Ethical Fashion Blog

All Mata Traders jewelry comes through Tara Projects in Delhi, India. Recognized as a Guaranteed Fair Trade member of the WFTO, Tara, which stands for “Trade Alternative Reform Action,” is the oldest organization we partner with, having begun in 1966.

The traditional Indian textiles you see in many Mata designs are the result of our partnership with Indigene Craft, a fair trade label built on the importance of storytelling and celebrating the essence of the makers.

Creative Handicrafts is a fair trade organization that produces Mata Traders apparel in Mumbai, India. Their dedication to community development and providing a supportive environment for hundreds of women makes our longstanding partnership even more meaningful.

If you love our hand embroidery, you have our fair trade partner Sadhna to thank for much of it. A passionate and supportive community and workplace for women in Udaipur and Delwara, India, Sadhna's membership has grown to include over 600 women.

Try out some of these strategies to keep in touch with friends and family and prioritize self care through the dreary winter months.

From lounging on a couch to the walking streets of a farmer's market, we have dress options that'll allow you to choose style AND comfort.

Our co-founder, Michelle, writes about International Women's Day and this year's Choose to Challenge theme reflecting on two Chicagoans: her own mother, and former first lady Michelle Obama.

Pay homage to dresses and the magical moments that happen when we wear them, on March 6, National Dress Day. Our co-founder Michelle had a momentous day in a Mata Traders dress.

Embrace sustainable living - extend the life of your clothing, buy less, and reduce your carbon footprint, all while enjoying a hobby at home.

October is Fair Trade Month, and we've got all the info on fair trade verifications, practices, and producer partnerships.

 

Choti is a member of one of our partner cooperatives. We had the opportunity to speak to her and learn about her experience working within fair trade. Read her story!

Marie Kando has everyone decluttering their lives. But when the process is complete, it’s hard not to pile on the guilt seeing bags of clothes in front of you, feeling like you're only contributing to a landfill. We have some ideas -- read these 6 tips to help you tidy up responsibly!