Whether you want a view of snowcapped mountains or to be surrounded by green trees, The Lorca is a perfect escape into nature any season. Breaking generational barriers, the root and conception of the space was to create a space that is inclusive and accessible to everyone and put land back in the hands of Black people whose ancestors were systematically denied land ownership. This powerful form of decolonization not only creates a safe space, but it is a great way to reconnect with nature and find peace in the Catskills or Adirondacks. Check out our interview with founders Coco & Breezy ..read more

A reliable basic has never been more comfortable or environmentally conscious: AYA is a brand that uses organic pima cotton that is more resistant to pilling and wrinkling than other cottons, providing your trusty tee with an extra bit of love and attention. Even more, this brand has an in-depth approach to sustainability all located on their website. Whether it’s underwear, dresses, bottoms, or shirts, this brand covers all the essentials that your skin will love. Check out this interview to learn more: Why did you start AYA? Image via AYA My brother and I launched AYA at the beginning of ..read more

Our lives are intertwined with the lives of plants; from the trees that line the sidewalks to the subway or the mountains that command the distant view on our drives, plants are a part of our world. It only makes sense that when looking for plants to live in our homes we find them in a place that embraces this balance of community, world, and flora. That’s why this week, we are honored to highlight Blk Girls Green House! Based in Oakland, CA, this place was founded by Kalkidan Gebreyohannes and J’Maica Roxanne who have created a space that houses your dream plants, expert-knowledge, and a comm ..read more

Introducing Kajal New York- the brand that uses post-consumer and post-industrial waste to create clothing that is friendly to the earth and incredibly kind to the skin. By using zero waste techniques and paying full attention to tailoring and design, this brand is the perfect example of thoughtful luxury. Check out this interview: When and why did you start Kajal New York?  Image via Kajal New York I founded Kajal New York in 2021 with the goal of transforming the luxury fashion industry by placing equal emphasis on product, people, and the planet. Our mission is to create sustainable ..read more

Get to know the up-and-coming jewlery brand- House of Heritage- sourced from Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, bringing beauty from the homeland to the diaspora. Created by Perpetual Tamakloe, these unique pieces are meant to be statements and pendants of heritage, all while being kind to your wallet. We love this unique approach to jewelry and accessories - why not get it all straight from the source? Check out this interview to learn more: Why did you start House of Heritage? Image via House of Heritage I started House of Heritage (HoH) because I saw the need for having authentic handmade a ..read more

This December, Dominique Drakeford and IKKIVI (interview here) have collaborated to curate a dreamy capsule collection from IKKIVI’s online store of 45+ one-of-a-kind sustainable and ethical independent designers from India. Dominique’s unique shop featured on IKKIVI’s website is a beautiful selection of 50 pieces from alive prints and texture to modest and minimal silhouettes. DOMINIQUE’S SHOP will be open ALL DECEMBER and a portion of the proceeds will support Custom Collaborative - a Harlem-based not for profit that serves women from low-income and immigrant communities by training and supp ..read more

Accessorizing has been made more joyful and much more sustainable with the fun allure of Mo.Na. Gems. By blending art and science, the founders, Mecca McDonald and Mia Dunn were able to create a formula for bioplastic that makes these unique pieces both spunky and sustainable. Check out this interview to learn more: When and why did you start Mo.Na. Gems?  Image via Mo.Na. Gems We are one of the first artists to create a bioplastic material to design "sustainable" accessories that aren't made from wood, seashells, cotton, etc. We created Mo.Na., whose name is short for Mother Nature, a ..read more

Introducing the brand merging unisex street style with minimalism and sustainability; Kodama Apparel. Founded by Natsuko Kondo, these sleek styles incorporate elements of Japanese-inspired silhouettes and colors to create a trans-national streetwear language. Check out this interview: When and why did you start Kodama Apparel?  Image via Kodama Apparel After graduating from my fashion degree, I started working as a product developer for different apparel companies. Over the years coordinating production from small to mass scale businesses, I realised how wasteful the apparel industry w ..read more

We are incredibly excited to celebrate this beautiful sustainable fashion brand ILAMRA founded by Trishala and Yashila. These beautiful phenoms work with a third-generation Kalamkari unit in the village of Pedana, Andhra Pradesh. This is the only unit in all of India that is practicing the art of Kalamkari using natural dyes, the way it was originally and ancestrally crafted. Check out this interview: When and why did you start Ilamra?  Image via Ilamra ILAMRA started as a conversation between the two of us - Trishala and Yashila back in 2017. Born in a household of people who got crea ..read more

Herb & Health (HH) is a Taiwanese feminine hygiene brand that recently entered the US market. Using health conscious and environmentally-friendly ingredients, along with high manufacturing standards, HH is helping to bring healing solutions to feminine care products. Check out our interview with founder Doris: When and why did you start Herb & Health? Image courtesy of HH I was a cosmetics salesperson when I was 22, started my own business which also sold cosmetics when I was 23. The shop closed because of poor business after 4 years. I left a lot of inventory and don’t know how to ..read more