“I decided to take it on myself to produce licensed collegiate clothing that was glamourous and gave women the opportunity to represent their cherished universities and colleges.”
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Heather Bridgers of Just for KiiX: High Heel Protector for Your Favorite Pumps
“My vision is that Just for KiiX will be the brand name leader in shoe protection.”
Nathalie Gaveau of Shopcade: The Ultimate Social Shopping App
“I started Shopcade because I wanted to do social shopping properly – to master it.”
Loren Velasquez of Just Materials: A College Student Starts an Online Store for Luxury Name Brands & Vintage Pieces
“I can’t believe I was able to manage a full time college schedule and start my own business- but I did it and I continue to do so now!”
A Fashion Brand Keeps Its Sewing in the US
Jan Erickson of Janska is trying a lean manufacturing strategy to produce her American-made apparel.
Jen Westmoreland Bouchard of Litany Jewelry Designs: Turning Antiques into One of a Kind Jewelry
“I also know I’ve been sucessful when I receive feedback from people who own my jewelry telling me that they always reach for their Litany pieces.”
Bethany Tran of The Root Collective: Support Responsible Shopping
“I wanted to partner with the people who lived in these communities, who had a vision for being leaders and wanted to build businesses to employ others.”
Sarah Wells of Sarah Wells Breast Pump Bags: Stylish Bags for New Moms
“I want to always remember that each purchase is a person for whom I’ve gained their trust and their hard-earned money.”
Jen Lewis of Purse and Clutch: Fair Trade Bags for Affordable Prices
“Purse & Clutch was started as a hobby to help support a dear friend working with amazingly talented artisans in India.”
Tara Martin of My Other Bag: Eco-Friendly Reusable Bags for the Fashion Forward
“My biggest success has been figuring out to to stay competitive in the market while keeping everything made in the USA.”
Amanda Curtis of Nineteenth Amendment: An Interactive Platform for Emerging Designers
“I want to give other designers a chance to succeeded in fashion by lowering the financial bar of entry and letting talent and drive be the determining factors of success.”
Ashley Howell of The Givve Collection: Shop & Share Your Favorite Socially Savvy Products
“The more users we acquire, the more products will be purchased and ultimately the more we can raise for our social causes.”
Amrita Aviyente of Date My Wardrobe: Renting Clothing & Accesories
“A failure can be considered a success too if it is taken as a learning experience.”
Emily & Jessica Leung of Hey Lady: Entrepreneurial Twins Create Comfortable Heels
“Shoes became the means for us to infuse fun and function back into the wedding industry.”
Ama Addae of Beach Glam: Stylish Wear for the Beach
“The top challenge with Beach Glam has been multi-tasking and being involved with all aspects of the business.”