Tag: fair trade fashion

In Defense of the Influencer

Ah, the world of influencing. Should I dismiss it as vapid or embrace it as a new way of business? What does it mean exactly? And am I one? Let’s dive in…

March 29, 2019
Charlene O’Brien Was An Eco-Designer Before It Was Cool

She’s been designing sustainably for 20 years from her studio in West Australia. We caught up about zero-waste, creative reuse, and why playing the long game matters in sustainable fashion. Plus, find out what eco fabric this stunning dress is made from.

July 9, 2017
Why food has fair trade labels, but clothes don’t

If you read your food labels or hunt for the tag inside your clothes, you’ve probably asked this question. So why is it so hard to find fair trade clothing?

January 23, 2017
One Chic Wrap, Worn Three Ways: Abrazo Style [+ Enter to Win It!]

Read my review of Abrazo Style’s versatile Catalina wrap, see it styled three ways and enter the contest to win it!

October 22, 2016
Austin, I’m Here!

I just made a cross country move from Florida to Austin, Texas! I uprooted my life to give The Peahen a better place to grow in a city that’s become a hotbed for creativity and innovation. How do I explain the Austin vibe to you? It feels like a cop out to compare it to…

June 29, 2016
An Ethical Fashion Treatise

I’ve been experiencing intense fashion burnout. My official breaking point was Dior’s soiree on the French Riviera to celebrate its 2016 Cruise collection. I fully acknowledge the coolness of a runway show in a lavish bubble house – but the hoopla and celebrity of the industry have officially driven me mad. The reason I haven’t…

June 8, 2015