A little box containing a delicate piece of jewelry seems unassuming, but mazi + zo’s “VOTE” necklace is a secret powerhouse that’s anything but passive.
Comprised of recycled .925 sterling silver or recycled 14k gold, the “VOTE” necklace strings together four letters that mean almost as much to us in 2020 than they did in the mid-1960s. Voting has become a hotly debated issue over the last several months due to the grave amount of misinformation, needless doubt, and accessibility issues that are bountiful in this election cycle.
Jewelry designer mazi + zo are all in when it comes to promoting the democracy keeps America “free.” For each necklace sold, they’re donating 35% of the purchase price to When We All Vote, a non-profit organization dedicated to making every American voice heard through the patriotic act of voting by supporting and increasing vote turnout. When We All Vote is co-chaired by Michelle Obama, Tom Hanks, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Janelle Monae, and several other highly passionate and visible activists. Each dollar they receive will help them get more people to the voting booth.
The mazi + zo “Vote” necklace is also a great symbol of the life-long dedication to a fair and balanced system. After all, voting doesn’t stop after this ridiculous election is over with. Some of the most influential votes are made during midterm and municipal elections, and advocating for the voice of the people is a song that never ends. Those who are passionate about voting right now will likely be passionate about it until the end of their days which makes this necklace one of the most timeless pieces of jewelry we’ve ever written about.
The price of the “VOTE” necklace corresponds to the materials used, with the 16″ sterling silver version clocking in at $72 and the 14k gold version at $192 – each with free shipping. And remember, 35% of the purchase price (not the cost or profit), is going straight to the voter advocacy group When We All Vote. That’s $25.20 donated for the sterling silver necklace and $67.20 donated for the gold.
As far as everyday wearable jewelry goes, the simple design of this necklace lends itself to pretty much any occasion, from hyper casual to semi-formal. The gentle glimmer of the recycled sterling silver or gold lends itself well to just about any Zoom conference background or Skype date, and the more you wear it, the more chance you’ll have to spread your enthusiasm for voting to your friends, family, and curious onlookers.