You know what we think around here: the more ethical fashion brands in the world, the faster meaningful change will rock the fashion industry – and change it forever. Start summer off with 7 ethical fashion crowding funding campaigns to know about and support right…
If what the ethical fashion movement needs to succeed are more options that stand out for their style – rather than their sustainable or socially-responsible selling points – Good Apparel is leading by example. Case in point: a pair of slim-fit, flare leg white overalls made to…
When it comes to crowdfunding, hefty fundraising goals and complex campaigns have become the norm – so much so that an emerging designer might easily think the only way to succeed is through months of planning, a sizable following and a massive campaign. One FEST…
The shoe brand behind one of last year’s most successful ethical fashion crowdfunding campaigns is taking a noteworthy step into its next phase this week. After raising more than double its campaign goal and reaching over $65K in November to start pre-orders for its artisan-made shoes,…
When Texas-based designer Dina Chavez experienced a family tragedy – the loss of her only sister to cancer – it not only changed her life forever, it also changed the direction of her career. As Dina explains below, she was inspired by her sister’s…
The FEST scene owes a lot to crowdfunding. So many sustainable fashion brands have gone from idea to reality by getting their big start from sites like Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and GoFundMe. Wondering what the next big crowdfunded FEST brand could be? Check out these awesome…
How many times have you heard this? You can’t go it alone. Teamwork makes the dream work. Collaboration is king. You’re the sum of the people you hang out with. How many times have you heard people tell you you’ve got to ask for help,…
With KiraKira founder Suz Somersall on the Spirit of 608 podcast this week, it was more than enough motivation to try 3D design and printing for the first time. If you haven’t caught Episode 98 yet, let me catch you up: Suz came up with the…
When we first got word of Wearwell, we were smitten from the start. Yes, style boxes abound, but none has surfaced with a solution for shoppers seeking sustainable style or fashion that gives back to worthwhile causes. But Wearwell’s Erin Houston and Emily Kenney are aiming…
Looking for Instagram post #inspo and instant Insta-networking with other ethical fashion fans and followers? Then you need to know about the new eco fashion photo challenge starting up this week. Hosted by Portland-based Vivid Element and San Diego knitwear brand Inca Colors, the Eco Fashion Challenge is…
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