slow fashion

Elisamama Adunni Maxi Dress from Saks Fifth AvenueElisamana

In October 2021, I committed to being more mindful of my fashion choices. I called this initiative my “sustainable spotlight” and featured recently discovered brands. One such brand is Elisamama, a farm-to-fashion brand known for its artisan-produced clothing from Nigeria.

Sustainable Spotlight featured Nigerian Crafted Brand ElisamamaElisamama History
Fisayo Che, a Nigerian-born Californian, launched Elisamama in 2020. The brand came into existence when Fisayo visited Nigeria to have clothing made for her daughters and discovered artisans struggling to make a living. She fell in love with the vibrant, joyful prints created by these artisans. The Elisamama brand also makes little girls’ clothing also sourced in Nigeria. (more…)

I'm Wearing Recycled Materials in Today's Post

In today’s post, I’m wearing recycled materials to share my commitment to reducing my carbon footprint. You may recall that, late last year, I vowed to move away from fast fashion and seek out companies committed to sustainability. I’m intentionally withdrawing from fast fashion but focusing on manufacturers specializing in old-fashioned craftsmanship and sourcing more […]

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Are You Helping to Reduce Fashions Carbon Footprint?

Last year’s Coronavirus health pandemic pause caused me to examine how much I need to own. I’m examining myself by asking the specific question: are you helping to reduce fashion’s carbon footprint?  I’ll answer the question first. When I started blogging in 2013, I knew I would catapult myself into purchasing so much fast fashion.

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Arlinda McIntosh, Sofistafunk creator and founder.

Arlinda McImtosh’s Sofistafunk Skirts Join me on March 24 to play dress up with the founder and creator of the fashion Sofistafunk label, Arlinda McIntosh, who will welcome us all with crumpets and tea as we try on her signature “Gathering” skirt in Verona, New Jersey. So, who’s up for becoming a Sofistafunk girl with me?

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Are Chic and Sustainable Mutually Exclusive; Laura Tanzer

Are our chic and sustainable mutually exclusive?  Recently, award-winning designer Laura Tanzer emailed me to see if I was interested in selecting one item to share on my blog.  Laura is known for her modern and sustainable fashions. This blogger’s dream is to experience custom eco-friendly clothing. How did the environmental movement evolve to include sustainable fashion? […]

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