Artisan & Fox is an ethical fashion brand committed to ensuring sustainable livelihood of artisans in developing regions while promoting the culture and history of these countries on a global platform.
I have a wrote several pieces of blog articles for the brand Artisan & Fox during my internship and part time work with them.
The Truth About “Conscious Fashion”
Does shopping conscious brands automatically make you an ethical shopper? The rise of conscious fashion seems to have created an intangible pressure on mindful consumers to completely switch to conscious brands. However, conscious consumption is not really about where you buy from. Read More
Organic Cotton – Is It Truly Sustainable?
We’ve always believed that ethical businesses can change the narrative for entire ecosystems in developing regions. At Artisan & Fox, we seek to uncover the human stories behind the things we love and wear, and this includes knowing the origin of our materials. We’ve heard so many wonderful stories about organic cotton, but wondered, is organic cotton truly a better alternative to the regular cotton, or is it simply a marketing tool? Read More
Refugees: The Crisis of Opportunity
For the majority of us who live far from conflict areas, facts and figures about the refugee crisis can often seem to reduce refugees into mere numbers on our screens. But we believe that it is important to remember our common humanity. Read More
Style Notes ft. Ethical Fashion Blogger & Fine Arts Photographer, Aditi Mayer
Aditi Mayer is a fashion & documentary photographer, journalist, and creator behind ADIMAY.com. A passionate activist, Aditi expounds on art for social action. We asked her a couple of questions in our latest series with trailblazers in the sustainability and ethical fashion space, Style Notes. Read More
The Importance of Women in Craft and Development
With women driving 70+% of all consumer purchases globally, women as consumers also have the power to alleviate the unfair treatment of other women and girls in developing regions, and push for the rights they deserve by being more conscious in how we consume. Read More
Reinvigorating the Seas – The Living Coral Scarf
Did you know that coral reefs are more than just homes for sea creatures? Known as the ‘Rainforests of the Sea’, coral reefs cover less than 1% of the ocean, but are home to almost 25% of all known marine species. However, these beautiful ecosystems are facing risks of extinction due to global warming, pollution and overfishing. Read More
Last year, a record 68.5 million people were displaced by war and violent conflict, and this number is unlikely to decrease in 2019. Each and every refugee tells a tale of resilience which inspires us to be grateful for what we have, and to strive towards peace. We want to honour the strength and courage of refugees by sharing the story of an exceptional refugee artisan, Saeeda Etebari, who we have been privileged to work with. Read More
The Best Ethical Gifts This Holiday Season
At Artisan & Fox, we believe in gifts that extends beyond the recipient. Our ethical and sustainable gifts not only bring a smile to the faces of your loved ones, but also empower our artisans and give them the recognition they deserve. This year, we have rounded up our favourite unique and meaningful gifts that are great for every personality and style, including those for men. Read More
*Images taken by me