Ethical Fashion Blog

BACK TO THE BOOKS (& BACKPACKS)
BACK TO THE BOOKS (& BACKPACKS)
Fall is the perfect time to get back to the books, whether you’re headed to class or not. Grab one of our recommended reads, your ethical backpack and a notebook and hit up a cozy spot to give your mind some me-time.
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MUCH ADO ABOUT IKAT
MUCH ADO ABOUT IKAT
Ladies with a yen for compassionate fashion make a statement with both their wardrobes and their dollars. They set high standards for style (unique), quality (impeccable) and fit (flattering). And they celebrate the talents and traditions of artisans like those who handcraft Mata apparel and accessories in India and Nepal.
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23 SPRING/SUMMER MATA STYLES FOR PETITES!
23 SPRING/SUMMER MATA STYLES FOR PETITES!
It can be hard shopping as a petite! While everyone has challenges when searching for new clothes, petites have to be on the lookout for items that are the right proportions – the proportions of the bodice and skirt must be short enough, and the length of a dress is often too long.
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Red, White, & Blue Giveaway 2017 [Giveaway Closed]
Red, White, & Blue Giveaway 2017 [Giveaway Closed]
As temperatures rise here in Chicago, so does our excitement: Summer is finally here! That means donning some flirty sandals, floppy sunhats, and your favorite sundress while you soak up the warm sunshine. Here at Mata we are rejoicing the return of our own favorite time of the year: dress season!
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HIT THE BEACH WITH MATA
HIT THE BEACH WITH MATA
It’s that time of year again: beach season! But just because your mind might be on summer vacation, doesn’t mean your ethical shopping habits have to be! Support local, sustainable, and fair trade companies when you hit the beach this year.
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From Paper to Print : Behind the Design of the Spring '17 Collection
From Paper to Print : Behind the Design of the Spring '17 Collection
Hello! I’m Katelyn, one of the textile designers here at Mata Traders. With our Spring/Summer ‘17 collection off to such a great start, I thought it might be fun to give you all a glimpse behind the creation process of two of our most popular prints this season! Taking a sketch from the initial concept and developing it into one of a dozen finalized prints in a collection can be a labor of love, but it is always worth it in the long run. I love seeing my work on so many beautiful Mata customers!
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SPRING BREAK STYLE
SPRING BREAK STYLE

Dust off your flips flops and grab the sunnies – your escape from winter doldrums has arrived. Meet Mata’s new Spring/Summer 2017 collection!

 

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