Safia Minney’s Book on “Naked Fashion”
I met Safia and her label People Tree in Hong Kong at the World Trade Organization back in December of 2005. I believe I picked her up on stage after walking in her runway show. The pictures would confirm such a memory. Rest assured – we’ve been friends ever since and am honored to be [...]
Weaving one’s way through the Sacred Valley of Peru
This past May I traveled through the Sacred Valley of Peru with Benita, sourcing fabrics for Source4Style. Peru has a rich history of weaving alpaca and naturally-colored cotton. Just a couple months before the trip, I was fortunate enough to meet Annie from Awamaki Lab who photographed me (above) in my home wearing some pieces [...]
horn rings, wood cuffs and metallic dreams
The 1 year anniversary of Linhardt Design Studio and the launch of the a.d. schwarz label is a NY success.
High-end African design debuts in New York, NY
a.d. schwarz, the coveted Mozambican label designed by artisans and South African architect, Allan Schwarz, debuts in New York City May 2009.
We’re launching a.d. schwarz in New York!
Sustainable development meets sustainable design in the a.d. schwarz label. From deep in the heart of the Miombo forests of Mozambique, each high quality design is hand-wrought from beautiful, sustainably-harvested African wood.
Celebrate 1 year of Linhardt Design + launch of a.d. schwarz
Mark your calendars for the one-year celebration of Linhardt Design and the launch of the a.d. schwarz collection JUNE 25, 2009 in New York, NY.
The top 10 coolest African fair-trade fashions
Summer Rayne Oakes gives her Top 10 Picks for the coolest in African fair-trade design.
Summer Rayne Oakes for Fair-Trade Label, LOTUS by LOA
LOTUS by LOA creates a new fashion for fair-trade fashion.
Summer Rayne: Eco-fashion and "S4" at Hofstra Conference
Summer Rayne Oakes talks about S4 and sweatshops at Hofstra University.
Summer Rayne Oakes to speak in Ithaca, NY for Earth Day
Summer Rayne to speak on sustainable fashion for Earth Day in Ithaca, NY.
The China Blues: What your $20 pair of jeans really gets you
China Blue opens up the life of a young girl in a denim sweatshop.
