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Designing for the Love of Craft, Artistry, and Environmental Awareness
Our featured designer has a diverse background in Environmental studies, fashion design, technical design, pattern. making & art

Oct 19, 20222 min read
Handful High Five Favorite F Words: Fashion, Function, Feel, Fun and FIGHT
Dear IFD Readers, Today I am sharing a message from the Founder of Handful- a Portland-based bra company that we have had the privilege...


Oct 17, 20223 min read
6 Key Steps to Starting a Business
Key business steps for a successful start-up


Oct 13, 20224 min read
5 Things Fashion Designers can do today to Achieve Sustainability
What 5 things can do today to incorporate sustainability in design? Advice from industry pros During the pandemic, the major footwear...

Oct 3, 20223 min read
What Does it Mean to be an Ethical Fashion Brand?
When you look up the definition of ethical fashion, you will find that it encompasses many areas in the fashion industry. It includes...

Jul 30, 20222 min read
5 Reasons You Can’t Miss Première Vision Sport at the NW Materials Show this August!
The last time we were all together was August 2019. Now, our industry is ready, willing, and able to attend our in-person shows. Brands...

Jul 12, 20222 min read
Are you a BIPOC Designer looking for 50K to build your Brand? You may qualify!
SOVEREIGNTY COMPANY, A NEO LUXE CIRCULAR SOCIAL ENTERPRISE, LAUNCHES TO DISRUPT FASHION We wanted to share some great news with our...

Jun 15, 20222 min read
Clothing with Purpose: Sustainable, Inclusive & Socially Responsible
"Lean into the Hope that comes with Spring. Rejoice in that hope." I had a blast attending the launch party of Hope Continues, a...


Jun 13, 20224 min read
What is a Career Development Plan and Why do I need one? 6 steps to build yours!
Career development matters because a career means so much more than the salary, security, and benefits we get from a job. A career...

Jun 8, 20228 min read
Happy World Oceans Day! And, What are the top 5 skills needed as a Creative Director?
‘From ocean waves to mossy mountains, Milan runways to Manhattan alleys’ – We had the pleasure of connecting with the worldly and...
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