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Eileen Fisher is an actual woman who has designed simple, timeless styles in natural fabrics for over 30 years. She has a commitment to environmental as well as ethical practices throughout the supply chain. The company supports all manner of programs benefiting women & girls.
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Sustainable and Fair Trade Fashion says it all. The founder of this British company, Safia Minney, is a pioneer in implementing the Fair Trade model of non-exploitation in Third World Countries. She is prominently featured in the documentary, The True Cost.
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This company sets up women's sewing cooperatives at the village level in India. Here's a statement of goals from their web site:
MarketPlace's model includes many opportunities for learning and experience related to running a business. By organizing and managing their own cooperatives, the artisans learn about design, production, quality control, and finances. |
This Swedish company named after the designer who started it 35 years ago, features playful, colorful, folk-wear inspired designs. They support Fair Trade factories in India and organic cotton and linen production.
And they feature mature models! |
This Memphis, Tennessee, company makes pricey, but simple & beautiful investment pieces from cotton, linen, and silk. All garments are made-to-order in their Memphis factory and generally sell out every Monday morning; you have to wait another week to have the chance to order again. That's how popular they are.
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Founded by fabled climber Yvon Chouinard, Patagonia has educated American consumers for nearly fifty years on the importance of sustainable clothing. They recently changed their mission statement to read: We're in business to save our home planet.
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