ETHICAL WEDDING SHOWERS AND FLOWERS – OH MY!
- Mata Traders
- 01 Jun, 2017
Weddings can take a lot of energy to plan, so it’s a huge relief that somebody else handles the bridal shower. When my mom and aunt brought up... Read More ››
From Paper to Print : Behind the Design of the Spring '17 Collection
- Mata Traders
- 17 May, 2017
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... Read More ››
Mata Loves Moms
- Laura Mobley
- 27 Apr, 2017
In honor of today being Take Your Daughter (or Child) to Work Day here in the U.S., and in anticipation of Mother's Day, we figured... Read More ››
10 WOMEN OF INDIA WHO CHANGED HISTORY
- Mata Traders
- 28 Mar, 2017
Happy Women’s History Month! As March comes to an end, we want to recognize the skilled female artisans who craft many of Mata Traders’ pieces,... Read More ››
SPRING BREAK STYLE
- Katie Gavenda
- 15 Mar, 2017
Dust off your flips flops and grab the sunnies – your escape from winter doldrums has arrived. Meet Mata’s new Spring/Summer 2017 collection! Read More ››
WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES IN HONOR OF INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
- Laura Mobley
- 08 Mar, 2017
Today is International Women’s Day, a day to acknowledge the perseverance and determination of women everywhere. What better way to celebrate than by supporting your... Read More ››
BEHIND THE SCENES: SPRING 2017 FASHION SHOOT
- Laura Mobley
- 21 Feb, 2017
As we get ready to launch our Spring ’17 Collection (coming soon to stores and our website!), we’re excited to share a little sneak peek... Read More ››
BEHIND THE SEAMS: A SPECIAL Q & A WITH KRISTIN
- Katie Gavenda
- 02 Feb, 2017
By now, you’re well aware that we specialize in unique prints and original designs – we create our own clothing and jewelry from start to finish. The... Read More ››
OUR TEAM’S MATA HOLIDAY WISH LIST
- Katie Gavenda
- 17 Dec, 2016
While many of our wish lists have some wants (“needs,” really) from other amazing ethical companies, most of us started by looking right in our... Read More ››
MATA TEAM HOLIDAY WISH LISTS: LAURA
- Katie Gavenda
- 16 Dec, 2016
The next Mata team holiday wish list comes from Laura, our Marketing Manager: Read More ››
MATA TEAM HOLIDAY WISH LISTS: LILLY
- Laura Mobley
- 16 Dec, 2016
Our last Mata team holiday wish list comes from Lilly, our Sales Manager: Read More ››
MATA TEAM HOLIDAY WISH LISTS: JUSTINE
- Katie Gavenda
- 13 Dec, 2016
I’m Justine, Designer & QC Coordinator, and I’m next up for Mata team wish lists – here goes! Read More ››
MATA TEAM HOLIDAY WISH LISTS: CHRIS
- Laura Mobley
- 12 Dec, 2016
We’re continuing our series of our staff’s holiday wish lists this week! Next up is Chris, our Managing Director: Read More ››
MATA TEAM HOLIDAY WISH LISTS: KACEY
- Laura Mobley
- 09 Dec, 2016
We’re continuing our series of some Mata team holiday wish lists! Next up, our Sales Manager Kacey: Read More ››
MATA TEAM HOLIDAY WISH LISTS: KATIE
- Katie Gavenda
- 06 Dec, 2016
Tis the season for peppermint mochas, stockings, and…holiday wish lists! Over the next few weeks we’ll be sharing the Mata team’s dream gifts and must-haves this holiday season,... Read More ››
LOOKS MADE FOR MINGLING
- Mata Traders
- 02 Nov, 2016
Hi! I’m Mary, a college student interning at Mata Traders this fall, and I’m here to share some festive looks for the holiday season. It’s... Read More ››
Behind the Seams: A Special Q & A with Jonit
- Katie Gavenda
- 13 Oct, 2016
When our founder Maureen started Mata, she had two best friends, Jonit and Michelle, by her side on a ’round the world trip. While she knew... Read More ››
MATA AND 360° FAIR TRADE
- Mata Traders
- 02 Oct, 2016
As a member of the Fair Trade Federation, Mata is happy to use Fair Trade Month as an excuse to introduce a new way of talking about what... Read More ››
FALL FASHION TO BEAT THE COLD IN STYLE
- Mata Traders
- 16 Sep, 2016
Hi, I’m Elizabeth, a college student interning at Mata, and I’m here to share some styling tips for the fall season! Read More ››
Upcycling Bone, Transforming Lives
- Mata Traders
- 02 Sep, 2016
Check out this short video to see the process of how our upcycled bone jewelry is made! Read More ››
10 TIPS ON HOW TO START SHOPPING CONSCIOUSLY
- Mata Traders
- 24 Aug, 2016
So, you’ve read about the environmental and social damages of fast fashion and the failure of retailers or factories to adequately improve working conditions and you’ve decided to make the... Read More ››