Raise your hand if you are a fan of helping empower women in other countries? I want to introduce you to Raven + Lily; an ethical fashion and lifestyle brand created to alleviate poverty among women. Currently, they employ over 1,500 women at fair trade wages to give them access to a safe job, sustainable income, health care, and education. All of their products are made by hand and follow fair trade standards. As of 2016, Raven + Lily employs women in Ethiopia, India, Cambodia, Kenya, Guatemala, the USA, Pakistan, Malaysia, and Haiti. They were even named Best for the World in Community Impact and their clothing is pretty dang cute too!
Each season, Raven + Lily creates a lifestyle collection that really reflects each culture of the women who handcraft each piece. For the Fall 2016 collection they took inspiration by Japanese minimalism. The designs are meant to complement and not distract from a women’s natural beauty. Each piece is modern and refined, using sustainable textiles such as alpaca, organic denim, silk/wool blends, mohair and many more. They have also expanded into accessories and home goods; which if you didn’t see my interior shot of their Austin store on Instagram, you need to check it out. Major GOALS!! Each accessory follows their ethical standards and include upcycled horn, brass jewelry, and vegetable tanned leather accessories.
I partnered with Raven + Lily to show everyone that ethical fashion should make an appearance in everyone’s wardrobe, especially if you are a fan of having a capsule wardrobe. Each and every piece in this collection is so unique yet classic enough that you can wear anything with each main garment. And of course, I chose the dress that will literally go with anything and everything; grey.
A couple weeks ago Grayson and I stayed at Lone Star Court and thought it would be the perfect time to pop my head into Raven + Lily at their new store in the Domain Northside. Immediately, I was smitten with everything in the store and knew it was going to be a major challenge to just stick with one look! I decided to go with a grey long sleeve, silk shirt dress that would be easy to pair with anything in my closet; shoes, jewelry, coats, bags, etc. As a stylist, even working with personal clients, I always stress the importance of keeping key pieces that you can make 10+ outfits with without thinking twice. This dress is definitely one of those pieces. It’s a great transitional piece since the Austin weather is in the 60s in the morning and 90+ in the afternoon. Once the weather gets a little chillier, I will easily be able to throw on tights and OTKs and be good to go!
As I mentioned above, Raven + Lily has branched out into accessories and home goods and I couldn’t be more excited. I absolutely fell in love with the cutest black leather lunch-sack clutch that was designed by my good friend Kim Lewis and produced in Ethiopia. Again, this is a piece that will go with anything and everything, dressy or casual.
Let’s talk jewelry. The store is filled with gorgeous, hand crafted pieces that I literally wanted all of! I chose the prettiest Horn + Brass necklace and the simplest brass bangles. The necklace was handcrafted in Kenya and is made of upcycled brass and horn, and literally made the entire outfit. When I look at these photos my eyes immediately go to this necklace. Not only is the prettiest thing ever, but the detail is out of this world!
The one thing I love about looking at pieces that are handmade all over the world is that when you really think about it, each and every piece is handmade which makes them one of a kind. No two pieces will ever be the same. How cool is that??
Outfit Details –
Dress – Raven + Lily // Handbag – Raven + Lily by Kim Lewis Designs
Necklace and Bracelet – Raven + Lily // Shoes – Lulus
Hat – H&M // Sunglasses – ILY Couture
Thats seriously amazing babe!!!! You also look so pretty as usual!
Alisha
saffrononrose.com
These photos are ridiculously beautiful, I just love the entire outfit as you look fabulous! Your hat and sunnies are rocking this look but I just love how you pieced this all together. This sounds like an AMAZING company, so I’m checking their site out now. I love a good cause! xx Adaleta Avdic
Oh my gosh I’m going to definitely check them out – these pieces are stunning!
http://www.maggiealamode.com
What an amazing ethical company that promotes women. I love the look. I’ll be checking out their products.
You look stunning as usual!The outfit is absolutely adorable.
http://www.dvfdressoutlet.com/
Wow this dress is amazing on you! The necklace pairs perfectly with it. We love all the dark shades paired together. Flawless as always!
Love the opportunity this company is to women and love the dress!
I loveee this look on you! The silk texture of this dress is so delicate and feminine. Gorgeous as always!
xoxo,
Bailey
Here’s The Skinny
@baileyschwartz
Sounds like a great company! I’m loving all of the accessories!
Xo, Nina
Law of Fashion Blog
Look at you strutting! Such a babe. 😉
Carrie
http://www.wearwherewell.com
I always love a company that has a purpose and gives back! This dress is so perfect and I love the shoes you paired with it!
Kim
http://www.mrscliftonscloset.com
WOW! What an amazing organization. And can we talk about that dress?! Totally need it!
xx Leah / http://www.eatpraywearlove.com
Sounds like such an amazing company, and I’m loving all their pieces! You look fab!
Lawren
http://www.saltwaterandstilettos.com
Such a chic effortless look! Love learning about new brands too!
Xo,
Brooke || http://www.kbstyled.com
Sounds like a great company I love when companies give back!
you look amaze
monic
Sounds like such an amazing company! I’m obsessed with that handbag and you styled this dress so perfectly.
Shannon
Clothes & Quotes
What a beautiful mission!!! Looking so chic as always!
Jenna from http://www.visionsofvogue.com
Shopping with a purpose! Love this entire look babe!
You are so stunning babe! I love this whole look, esp. those sunnies! You are a show-stopper for sure! xoxo
Dani // http://www.daniellealexandra.com
Such a great dress and necklace! I love when a store gives back and is for a great cause.
Greta | http://www.gretahollar.com
You look so chic! And I love your necklace and sunnies!
I need to check out this brand — I love it when brands empower other women, I think it’s so important!
xo, Alicia | Alicia Tenise
This brand sounds seriously awesome. I love this look too! So cute!
Fizz and Frosting
In love with those shoes – you look fab girl!
That dress looks amazing on you. Love how you styled it. Beautiful necklace and sunglasses.
Rita | http://www.styleroundtheclock.com
Love this look! So great for fall, and loving those shoes!
xoxo Mandy
http://www.sparkleshinylove.com
Love the story behind this brand!
Cute dress doll and I really like your necklace as well
Love this! I have never heard of them – will def check it out!!
Cristin | http://www.thesouthernstyleguide.com
I love your style! Those accessories are the cutest, I love that lether lunch sack, and hooray for empowering women!
I haven’t heard of them before, but it sounds awesome! Your look is fabulous!
Nataly || http://www.beautifullyelegantblog.com
This is FIERCE! Loving the all black. And that necklace!
Love this pretty dress on you! And this sounds like an amazing company!
Absolutely adore this look!!! I love all black and these boots are everything!!
http://beyondblessedblog.com/
How lovely babe!! Thanks for sharing 😉
Adore this satin dress and your killer heels!
This clothing brand sounds AMAZING! Love standing behind good causes.
Megan | http://www.pipmegan.com