Seattle summer is on its way out and no one's really ready to say goodbye. (Fall is my favorite, but I'm always cautiously excited knowing that the colors and crisp will soon turn to drizzle and gloom.) Loungewear options exploded during the pandemic, and I have a solid collection of sustainable joggers. But Covid winter round 2? I think we all deserve a little upgrade. I've been seeing so many sustainable pajamas lately whether it's linen or bamboo or recycled materials. It seems like the ... Read More
12 Etsy Shops with Beautiful Wedding Dresses
I'm not married, but I know much more than I'll ever need to about planning a wedding. I was a copywriter in the industry for years, interviewing couples on their wedding planning experience. I saw where they saved and where they splurged. Where they got creative and where they left things up to the professionals. What they went over budget for, and where they drew the line. Many couples designed their wedding to show off their style and creativity. Yet, as a conscious consumer that cringes at ... Read More
South Elevation: Why I Started My Own Sustainable Fashion Brand
The following piece is a guest post by Judith Henriquez, founder of forthcoming sustainable fashion brand South Elevation—launching this fall. The brand specializes in contemporary plus-size fashion for women while being kind to the environment. Read on to hear Judith’s entrepreneurial journey to launch a sustainable fashion brand. xx Angela Four years ago, if someone had told me that I’d be starting my own fashion brand I would’ve laughed in disbelief. I always dreamed of having my own ... Read More
12 of The Most Beautiful Beach Kaftans on Etsy
Ever since I discovered this stunning made-to-order resortwear brand, embroidered dresses and boho beach maxis have been top of mind. Plus, I'm kind of a lazy dresser and I'm not fabulous with heat so a one-and-done outfit is really all I care to sport all summer. Many cultures throughout history have their own version of a kaftan (or caftan), which has evolved over time, but they are typically long, maxi-length garments such as robes or dresses. There are lots of variations on the kaftan, such ... Read More
What The Ethical Consumer Looks for in a Sustainable Brand
It's been a minute since we shared resources for shop owners, but as an ethical consumer and digital strategist for small businesses, it's one of my favorite topics. Sustainable brands aren't just competing with other conscious businesses, they're competing with the myriad mass-produced copycat designs offered for pennies. Sigh. But I love using my experience managing social media, writing copy, and designing websites to give brands I actually believe in a way to stand out from the crowd. ... Read More
Sustainable Children’s Clothing Brands That Don’t Break The Bank
Now that three (three!) of my best friends are welcoming their first babies this summer, I'm pretty much never not looking up handmade baby clothes on Etsy. Plus, over the years, I've come across tons of adorable sustainable children's clothing brands, and yes, a lot of them are just as pricey as their adult counterparts. Which isn't exactly something every new parent on a budget hopes for. While it's important to acknowledge why sustainable clothing costs more than fast fashion (ie ensuring ... Read More
