Ethical Fashion Blog

Creative, Fashion-Loving Chicago Local: Steph

Meet Stephanie: multi-passionate, creative, fashion-loving chicago local who modeled at our latest shoot!

The 9 Principles of Fair Trade

As longtime Fair Trade Federation members, we explain how we practice the 9 Principles of Fair Trade.

Tree rings collection Top from Mata Traders

Behind the Print: Tree Rings

One of our organic cotton jersey prints this year is “Tree Rings,” a loose and abstract take on the layered growth...

Best Natural Fiber Clothing

There’s a certain magic in natural fabrics—the way a cotton dress feels against your skin or how linen keeps you co...

What is Slow Fashion?

What is slow fashion?It means we aren’t churning out a new collection every two weeks.When we add new styles, it’s ...

women wearing a comfortable dress with pockets

The Feminist History of Dresses with Pockets: Why Women's Pockets Matter

Today, on #WomensEqualityDay, we briefly explore a feminist topic near and dear to our heart: women’s pockets.When ...

An Invitation to Slow Down

These days, it seems everything has to be fast.Same day shipping.Order food online for pickup.Binge a show.Google i...

The Beauty of Handcrafted - Creating Clothing With Aesthetic Perfection

Aesthetic “perfection” wasn’t always the end goal. Way way back in time, clothing that *functioned* perfectly, yes....

Create a Summer Travel Capsule Wardrobe

Summer Travel Capsule Collection: Travel Light, Stay Stylish Summer trips should feel light—on your suitcase and...

Colorful, Thoughtful, Vibrant: Meet the Brand That Gets You

Maybe now you’re a creative professional who still cares about the world.Maybe you found a brand that still represe...

Yellow Cotton Dress on Model Sunny Floral Print Mata Traders

Behind the Pieces: Sunny Floral

Tired of feeling “meh” about your clothes?Imagine you wake up to a closet that makes you happy. You love the prints...

All About Ikat Fabric

Celebrate the talents and traditions of artisans like those who handcraft Mata apparel and accessories in India and Nepal by learning about a centuries-old weaving technique: ikat. Mata Traders' ikat collection is full of this beautiful fabric, offering statement pieces like ikat dresses, tops, and bottoms.