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SHE Day: LA

October 11, 2017 Audrey Stanton
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I had the pleasure of attending SHE Day: LA last week, hosted by She Changes Everything. SHE stands for Sustainable. Healthy. Ethical. The company is run by sisters Jennifer Klotz and Heather Young, who together are incredibly passionate about a holistic approach to a happy lifestyle. They promote the importance and power of community, specifically female-driven community.

I was able to attend this full day event, complete with an awesome goodie bag and vegan food, through an Elisha C. giveaway! I wanna give them a shout out for letting me have this experience, but also for the awesome work they do. Elisha C. produces ethical goods with Haitian communities, empowering and supporting these individuals. Learn more about them on their website!

Clay coffee mugs from Elisha C.

Clay coffee mugs from Elisha C.

Bracelet made out of recycled cereal boxes from Elisha C.

Bracelet made out of recycled cereal boxes from Elisha C.

Natural lemongrass soap from Elisha C.

Natural lemongrass soap from Elisha C.

We Are All Unique

The biggest takeaway from this all-day event was that we are all unique. Whether it is style, health, education, or background, we each have a different story to tell. As the world becomes smaller and more homogenized, it is important to remember the beauty in diversity. We are not all the same, so why are we trying to dress, eat, workout, or learn the same? Through social media and aggressive marketing, I’ve fallen victim to comparison, jealousy, guilt, and anxiety. I know that our society has started to become more aware of these issues, but it still takes constant reminders that we do not, and should not, be like everyone else.

As someone who is passionate about conscious fashion, I think that personal style is a perfect example. Through fast fashion, and the rise of technology, everyone is starting to dress the same. We’ve lost a general love for personal style and it’s killing our earth. The more we demand the same thing everyone else is wearing, and now, the more clothing is going to be produced under terrible conditions. Clothing has become disposable and personal style has faded away. There are no quick fixes to the myriad of issues in our country, but let’s start by falling back in love with what makes us unique!

Sassa earrings from Freedom Array

Sassa earrings from Freedom Array

"Free to Grow" tote from The Tote Project

"Free to Grow" tote from The Tote Project

Some Highlights

Plastic-Free Tips

Heather Young shared a few alternatives she’s found for single-use plastic. A few years ago she realized she had a plastic allergy and had to completely change her lifestyle. Plastic is toxic for the environment and our health, so all the more reason to ditch it! Some of my favorite switches were stainless steel straws, polyester-free clothing, and coconut bowls.

Conscious Fashion Insights

Speaking of polyester-free, LA Beyond the Label was there! If you’re not familiar with the badass organization check out one of my recent posts for more info. Taryn Hipwell spoke for forty-five glorious minutes about what is in our clothing and how we can make better purchases for the world, and ourselves. #whatsinmytee?

Awesome Companies

From vendors to attendees there were some really exciting companies participating in this event. Some of my favorites are Elisha C., Freedom Array, Swap Society, Lucy & Jo, The Tote Project, Purpose Jewelry, and The Source Cafe. There are so many businesses doing great work and I feel lucky I got to learn more.

Even Cooler People

Arguably the best part of this event were some of the people I met and conversations I was lucky enough to have. There were so many inspiring women there whom I got to connect with. This little ethical and sustainable community is growing and I can’t wait to see what it can do!


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Sustainable Fashion Field Trip

September 6, 2017 Audrey Stanton
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We often don't think about how our clothes are made or what they are made out of, but as our skin is the largest organ on our body, we sure should. This past Friday I had the opportunity to accompany the Beyond the Label team as they toured Groceries Apparel and Reformation for their #whatsinmytee campaign! These two sustainable, Made in LA, brands have a commitment to their employees and the quality of their garments. It was great to see these brands as invested in the manufacturing of their pieces, as they are in the style of each one. Below are some highlights:

Groceries Apparel

@groceriesapparel • groceriesapparel.com

  • Use fabrics such as hemp, organic cotton, recycled cotton, eucalyptus and more
  • Commitment to research of new sustainable practices 
  • Made in the USA with fair wages
  • Transparent about every aspect of production
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Reformation

@reformation • thereformation.com

  • Thorough supplier and partner factory vetting
  • Free Pathway to Citizenship programs available for all employees
  • Free English language classes offered every week
  • Constantly challenging themselves to make their spaces as sustainable as possible
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Beyond the Label

@labeyondthelabel • labeyondthelabel.com

Beyond the Label is a nonprofit organization founded by Taryn Hipwell. Through events, campaigns, and partnerships BtL advocates for sustainable fashion. Their most recent campaign is focused on the question (and hashtag) "What's in My Tee?". Stay tuned for some very exciting content from them!


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Fair Trade Fashion Show Fundraiser

August 2, 2017 Audrey Stanton

On Saturday night I attended the "Third Annual Fair Trade Fashion Show Fundraiser" at CTRL Collective in Downtown Los Angeles. As that's definitely a mouthful, every part of this event was amazing! The Fair Trade Fashion Show Fundraiser was created by Sica Schmitz two years ago, in order to bring awareness and education to individuals about modern day slavery, as well as fair trade fashion. Schmitz is also the creator of Bead & Reel, an online boutique for ethical brands. They believe in the power of every day purchases and bring that belief to this wonderful event. The fashion show/fundraiser showcased fair trade vendors, vegan snacks, an amazing panel, and of course, a fashion show. I urge you to check out their website for information on all the amazing pieces that came together to make this event happen, including Free the Slaves, an organization committed to fighting modern day slavery, and the benefit of this fundraiser. I so much enjoyed seeing so many brands, individuals, and groups coming together to combat the stereotypes of fashion. As I sat there, listening and watching, I thought of all the truth that is hidden from us in this industry.

Free the Slaves was supported by the Fair Trade Fashion Show Fundraiser

Free the Slaves was supported by the Fair Trade Fashion Show Fundraiser

Lies the Fashion Industry Tells Us

  • Our clothing just appears out of thin air
  • Buying clothes only affects the customer
  • Clothes aren't valuable
  • We don't have the time, creativity or brain power to alter/add to/create our own clothes
  • That someone else gets to decide what we should or should not wear/look

We are fed falsities that machines make our clothes, while carbon copy models walk down the runways and cover our magazine pages. It was so refreshing to witness this fashion show highlighting a diverse cast of models. Each individual personality was shown through hair, skin color, walk, and smile- breaking down the story that we all should be the same. It filled me with so much happiness to see each woman's unique expression of joy. 


Runway Picks

Some of my favorite pieces from Saturday night's show! Shop them here.

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Let's combat this dissolving sense of community we have in the USA, in LA etc. Let's gather, learn about how things are made, who is behind them, and how we can together make a difference!


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