UStrive, I strive, we all strive for a future full of sustainability in fashion! Guest Scott Wilson is here to share tips and advice on how he achieved sustainability and ethics in his business, so we can achieve it, too. We’re discussing ingraining sustainability into the supply chain, prioritizing employees, and what it takes to become GOTS certified - and the benefits that come with doing all of it! We are the key to building better sustainability, ethics, and brands, so let’s move forward towards a better future! 00:00 Introducing Scott and UStrive! 00:45 Fashion sustainability updates! 02:30 How did you get involved in sustainable fashion? 04:35 Can you tell us more about the UStrive supply chain? 09:40 How much effort did it take to get GOTS certified? 13:50 How do you prioritize the well-being of your employees? 20:00 Speed vs quality in the fashion industry. 24:15 What tips do you have for someone looking to ingrain sustainability and ethics into their supply chain? 28:40 What are the names of some promising or trustworthy start-ups and businesses you know? 31:10 What motivates you to achieve sustainability? 35:00 The future of sustainability in fashion. Learn more about UStrive: ustrivemfg.com   …………………………   Connect with Stella on Instagram: @stella_abril_ https://www.instagram.com/stella_abril_/?hl=en   Connect with Eartha of Revari on Instagram @shoprevari https://www.instagram.com/shoprevari/?hl=en  

We’re back! Change is Now is relaunching and ready to bring you more incredible series around sustainable fashion and conscious living! In this episode, we are excited to welcome Eartha as our full-time co-host of the show and dive deeper into both her and Stella’s stories! Tune in to hear what ignited their passion for striving to make an impact on the world through sustainability! It’s more than just how you do or don’t shop. We’re talking about everything from how to handle anxiety around the harsh realities of the fashion industry, to ways living sustainably encourages you to be playful and creative with your wardrobe! We’re so excited to be back and share the important messages on our hearts in Change is Now!   00:40 Exciting news for the Relaunch of Change is Now! 02:00 How Eartha got into the Fashion Industry! 03:30 Questions Stella’s daughter asked that ignited a passion for sustainability. 06:00 What are some interests you have outside of work and sustainable fashion? 07:50 Growing up thrifting out of necessity, to intentionally making an impact through shopping. 13:40 Did you make changes to shopping more sustainably all at once, or in phases? 16:00 Ways living sustainably encourages you to be creative! 17:00 How do you manage the feelings and anxiety that come with knowing the harsh realities of the fashion industry? 20:00 The strength and impact that can be made together! 21:20 Our current goals you’re working on towards living more consciously? 25:30 Was your partner on board when you made the decision to live more sustainably? 30:15 Just because it’s more expensive doesn’t mean it’s better. 32:00 What do you share with your kids about the negative effects of the Fashion Industry? 38:20 Hope as the next generation shows interest in activism and sustainability. 40:30 What side hustles are you currently working on? 42:40 What is something that has made you feel joyful recently? 44:30 Can you pinpoint a moment when you felt your efforts to live consciously were making a difference? 48:00 If you could be known for one thing, what would it be? …………………………   Connect with Stella on Instagram: @stella_abril_ https://www.instagram.com/stella_abril_/?hl=en   Connect with Eartha of Revari on Instagram @shoprevari https://www.instagram.com/shoprevari/?hl=en

Raise your hand if you learned about sustainability in school! For most of us, learning about the effects of what we consume is something we’ve had to actively seek out. In this episode, we are excited to chat with the Founder of Renewable English, Harry Waters. Harry is an English Teacher that found a need in making sustainability education easily available, helping educators and learners in their desire to be more sustainable. Tune in to hear his story, and how his knowledge of the many ways our world is affected by fast fashion has changed his life. Giving him the passion to educate others in a way that is empowering!   01:40 Who is Harry Waters? 05:30 What is missing in our children’s education beyond “reduce, reuse and recycle”? 08:15 What is Renewable English? Who is it for? 12:00 How we impact the world for the better with small changes in daily habits? 17:10 How did you go about establishing your business and brand? 24:00 Recognizing  27:30 What are some things in the sustainability education space you are excited about? 30:00 What advice would you share with those wanting to make sustainable fashion choices? 36:00 How can we find out more about Renewable English?   Follow along with Harry and Renewable English on Instagram | @renewableenglish   Dive into Renewable English lessons on their website | renewableenglish.com   …………………………   Connect with Stella on Instagram: @stella_abril_ https://www.instagram.com/stella_abril_/?hl=en   Connect with Eartha of Revari on Instagram @shoprevari https://www.instagram.com/shoprevari/?hl=en

Want to get all the tips on finding the best thrifted clothing? Look no further, because we have local AZSAA board member and owner of Green Thread Co, Paola (Anay) Chavez! Paola started flipping pre-loved clothing as a teen and quickly realized how her knowledge of thrifting and heart for sustainability could turn into a business with a mission! Tune in as Paola shares how she started her business, how she is rebranding, and the best and worst part about thrifting. 00:40 How the Good Human App can help you find sustainable brands! 02:50 Who is Paola Chavez? 04:00 What inspired you to start Green Thread Co. with pre-loved clothing specifically? 08:20 How did you go about growing your brand? 10:40 What was the process like rebranding Green Thread Co.? 12:00 Do you have go-to spots or tips to find the best second-hand clothing? 16:10 What are some challenges you’ve faced in the second-hand space? 19:00 What advice do you have for those starting their journey to live more sustainably? Follow Green Thread Co on Instagram | @greenthread_co   Follow Paola on Instagram | @anay_22   Shop Paola’s Poshmark closet | @anascloset22   Find all things Sustainable and ethical - Good Human App | getgoodhuman.com   …………………………   Connect with Stella on Instagram: @stella_abril_ https://www.instagram.com/stella_abril_/?hl=en   Connect with Eartha of Revari on Instagram @shoprevari https://www.instagram.com/shoprevari/?hl=en  

What is your go-to outfit when you are wanting that extra boost of confidence? There is something to be said about dressing for how you want to show up in the world. We are so excited to chat with today’s guest, Garik Himebaugh, Founder of The Eco Stylist. Garik shares his own personal journey of finding confidence through the way you dress and discovering sustainable fashion.  From his knowledge of fashion and sustainability, Garik created a business styling men. Tune in to hear what the process of creating a new wardrobe looks like, and how to do it sustainably.   00:40 Sustainability Updates! 02:30 Have you always been interested in fashion? 03:30 How did re-designing your wardrobe translate to helping clients? 04:00 Have you always shopped sustainably? 05:00 How a pair of boots changed how I saw fashion as a consumer. 06:20 What are some of your goals for the future with The Eco Stylist? 07:40 How do you go about researching the brands you work with? 09:00 Do you look for pieces that are on-trend or more timeless? 10:50 Why do you think there are less brands in sustainable fashion specifically for men? 13:20 Who is your typical client? What does The Eco Stylist process look like? 17:00 What is the main reason your clients seek out your styling services? 18:30 How The Eco Stylist is bringing awareness through sustainable fashion!   Work with The Eco Stylist |  eco-stylist.com   Follow The Eco Stylist on Instagram | @yourecostylist   …………………………   Connect with Stella on Instagram: @stella_abril_ https://www.instagram.com/stella_abril_/?hl=en   Connect with Eartha of Revari on Instagram @shoprevari https://www.instagram.com/shoprevari/?hl=en

Today’s guest is Kamilah Sanders! Kamilah is a fellow Remake ambassador and founder of International consulting agency Greater Than Equal. Kamilah is passionate about sustainable development strategies, marrying her advocacy for sustainability and her years of experience in marketing and retail fashion apparel. In this episode, Kamilah is sharing how fast fashion affects us all, what brands and consumers can do to make needed change for people of color within the fashion industry.

What is cultural appropriation, and what can the fashion industry do better to acknowledge this issue? As we continue this series Racism: the Heart of Fast Fashion, we are joined by guest and founder of Zoe Elle Co, is Taija Thomas. Taija is a former technology influencer and project planner for a Fortune 500 company that has shifted her focus to holistic wellness and sustainability. Buckle up as we dive deep into the harmful effects of cultural appropriation and racism, and what we can be doing better.

Today we are diving into our next series Racism, the heart of fast fashion. In this episode, our host Stella is joined by co-host Eartha and guest Reza Cristian. Reza is the Founder and editor-in-chief of Sustain the Mag and is sharing ways we can all contribute to amplifying the voices of all women in order to move sustainability forward. Tune in for Reza’s experiences creating Sustain the Mag, and her mission to create inclusivity, and teach resourcefulness she learned from a very early age.

In this episode, we are honored to have guest and skilled garment worker Veronica Arolla on the podcast. With the help of Daisy translating, our hosts Stella and Eartha ask Veronica what her experience has been like as a Garment Worker. Veronica sharing her story is so powerful from the pride she takes in the skill and quality of work she does, the harsh reality that her work is met with high pressure and inequivalent pay for her efforts, and what she wishes consumers knew when making a purchase.

Today we are diving deep into the negative environmental impact of fast fashion with Madeline Dolgin. Madeline is a higher educational professional by day and an advocate for sustainable fashion by night! Madeline also happens to be one of our very own Arizona Sustainable Apparel Association (AZSAA) Board Members and VP of fundraising. Tune in to hear about the class that changed her trajectory of becoming a fashion Journalist and opened her eyes to the harmful environmental impact of the fashion industry.