Category Archives: Fair Trade Practices
A few months back we were recruited as a Brand Sponsor for the Fashion Revolution Day USA campaign by longtime colleague and friend, Oceana Lott, who is US Director for the campaign. Fashion Revolution Day is a movement to increase … Continue reading →
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I know it’s been all over the news. Played over and over again. But still, the message is so powerful that I am compelled to bring it up again here. In a recent interview with Jon Stewart, this amazing angel-on-earth, … Continue reading →
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I love clutch bags. They aren’t the most practical (especially when I have my infant in-tow) because there is no handle or strap, but nonetheless, I just love the idea of a small bag and holding it under my arm … Continue reading →
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pashen collection,
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In my endless hours of research, I came across breath-taking images of silk scarves, looms, and a story about a group of artisans in a village of Isan (North East Thailand). This group of artisans work only with silk, only … Continue reading →
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“Love and compassion are necessities, not luxuries. Without them, humanity cannot survive.” – Dalai Lama XIV Over the last few years, through my work in eco fashion, I have learned that the fair trade certification process can be lengthy and … Continue reading →
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