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Portland Takes Center Stage: Fashion Five Runway Week Celebrates Local Style
On May 1 and 2 at Rossi Farms (3839 NE 122nd Ave, Portland), thirteen designers will showcase work ranging from sustainable Pacific Northwest minimalism to traditional Indian couture to raw, emotionally charged collections exploring identity and survival. It's two nights, one custom-built T-shaped runway, and a room full of people who care about what fashion can do when made with intention.
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April 2026 Monthly Thread: Conscious Materials, Sustainable Sourcing & Better Decision-Making
Across textiles, sourcing, and production, innovation continues to move quickly—especially in material development and digital tools.
At the same time, there’s a growing awareness of the need to balance innovation with responsibility.
Apr 68 min read


Breaking the Binary: How Gen Z Is Redefining Personal Taste in Fashion
For decades, the fashion industry relied on clear categories. Menswear and womenswear. Masculine and feminine. Classic and avant-garde. These labels helped brands design collections, segment audiences, and sell products.
Mar 75 min read


How to Evoke Mind Blowing Emotions for your Brand
Understanding Color Theory and the psychology of color can guide your design work. With conscious & strategic color usage, you can achieve
Aug 13, 20259 min read


Designing into Circularity for Fashion
If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the maze of sustainability choices—such as zero waste, upcycling, and biodegradable fabrics—and wondered where to start, we have the solution for you!
Dive deeper & learn with us through The Conscious Fashion Design Academies on-demand course, "Building A Circularity Model in Fashion, Taught by Caroline Preibe
Jul 2, 20253 min read


The Most Complete Fashion Design & Development Sustainable Fashion Checklist
Here’s the truth: conscious fashion design is not fast fashion. It’s not about rushing to market or cutting corners. This process is multi-layered, strategic, and intentional. Each decision—from your fabric choices to your pricing model—requires thoughtful planning, time, and integrity. There are no quick wins or one-size-fits-all shortcuts. If you're serious about doing it right, you must understand just how extensive and in-depth this journey truly is.
Jun 6, 20254 min read


Monthly Thread: Fashion Trends and Events June 2025
Designers and fashion lovers, get ready—June 2025 is bursting with fresh colors, confident silhouettes, and a whole lot of creative energy. It is also Menswear fashion weeks- check out the schedule below. Whether you're sketching your next collection or curating your summer wardrobe, these trends are your ticket to staying ahead and staying conscious.
Jun 3, 20254 min read


Beyond the Runway: 30 Reasons Why I Love Being a Fashion Designer
If the world of fashion tickles your fancy, it's worth noting that countless avenues within the industry can accommodate your passion and sk
Feb 15, 20254 min read


How To Increase Your Apparel Intelligence Quotient
Hey there, Conscious Fashion Friends! Let's talk about something cool you may have not heard of: Apparel Intelligence Quotient, or as we lik
May 15, 20245 min read


Want To Help Us Celebrate? Party With Inside Fashion Design!!!!
Hey, fabulous Conscious Fashion Friends! Can you believe it? Inside fashion Design is celebrating its seventh year! Oh, what a journey...
Apr 10, 20243 min read
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