STITCHED Merges Fine Art and Everyday Neccessity
Whitney Riley — August 21, 2013 — Social Good
References: kickstarter
STITCHED handbags are a must-have. Not only is the business model for community empowerment and development, but the company also aims to provide fashionable items. Artisans hand-stitch the bags and gain recognition within their community, plus are paid fair trade wages without using factories.
STITCHED doesn't buy into the concept of cheap, disposable mass-produced products made on the backs of exploited workers. The handbags are hand-made, durable, personal and fun. These bags are made to last a lifetime, and are a fashion choice that everyone can feel good about.
The purchase of a fashionable Stitched handbag helps create sustainability, improving the quality of life for those who make them, and in doing so, making the world a better place to live.
STITCHED doesn't buy into the concept of cheap, disposable mass-produced products made on the backs of exploited workers. The handbags are hand-made, durable, personal and fun. These bags are made to last a lifetime, and are a fashion choice that everyone can feel good about.
The purchase of a fashionable Stitched handbag helps create sustainability, improving the quality of life for those who make them, and in doing so, making the world a better place to live.
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Sustainable Fashion — The trend of sustainable fashion provides opportunities for businesses to create environmentally and socially responsible products.
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Artisan Craftsmanship — The trend of artisan craftsmanship provides opportunities for businesses to create unique, handmade products while empowering local communities.
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Fair Trade Practices — The trend of fair trade practices provides opportunities for businesses to ensure ethical treatment of workers and promote community development.
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Fashion Industry — The fashion industry has an opportunity to shift towards sustainable, ethical, and artisanal practices to create long-lasting and responsibly made products.
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Craft Industry — The craft industry can capitalize on the trend of artisanal craftsmanship to create unique and personalized products that also support local communities.
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Social Enterprise — The social enterprise industry has an opportunity to promote fair trade practices and community development while creating profitable and socially responsible businesses.
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