Spring Collection: Surplus Fabric
- Mata Traders
- 14 May, 2022
In need of a sustainable solution for surplus fabric from a few collections back, we utilized it for several styles this spring! Read More ››
Spring Collection: Comfortable Dresses
- Mata Traders
- 05 May, 2022
Our Style Snapshot this week: Adjustable Waists. This season, we're all about relaxed fits, fewer zippers, and comfortable dresses that can be worn belted or... Read More ››
Fair Trade Producer Spotlight: Tara Projects
- Mata Traders
- 19 Apr, 2022
All Mata Traders jewelry comes through Tara Projects in Delhi, India. Recognized as a Guaranteed Fair Trade member of the WFTO, Tara, which stands for... Read More ››
Fair Trade Producer Spotlight: Indigene
- Mata Traders
- 16 Apr, 2022
The traditional Indian textiles you see in many Mata designs are the result of our partnership with Indigene Craft, a fair trade label built on... Read More ››
Fair Trade Producer Spotlight: Creative Handicrafts
- Katie Gavenda
- 05 Apr, 2022
Creative Handicrafts is a fair trade organization that produces Mata Traders apparel in Mumbai, India. Their dedication to community development and providing a supportive environment for... Read More ››
Fair Trade Producer Spotlight: Sadhna
- Mata Traders
- 31 Mar, 2022
If you love our hand embroidery, you have our fair trade partner Sadhna to thank for much of it. A passionate and supportive community and... Read More ››
Fair Trade Producer Spotlight: Mahaguthi Craft With a Conscience
- Mata Traders
- 27 Mar, 2022
A supporter of family-owned artisan printing and weaving units, this WFTO Guaranteed Fair Trade Member also provides goods, skills training, and development programs to marginalized... Read More ››
6 Galentine's Day Gift Ideas
- Mata Traders
- 07 Feb, 2022
Galentine's Day gifts made easy, with this list of favorite jewelry pieces and home goods. Read More ››
Staying Connected
- Mata Traders
- 13 Jan, 2022
Try out some of these strategies to keep in touch with friends and family and prioritize self care through the dreary winter months. Read More ››
The 9 Principles of Fair Trade
- Mata Traders
- 01 Oct, 2021
As longtime Fair Trade Federation members, we explain how we practice the 9 Principles of Fair Trade. Read More ››
The Market Dress: Your Go-To Style This Year
- Mata Traders
- 10 Aug, 2021
From lounging on a couch to the walking streets of a farmer's market, we have dress options that'll allow you to choose style AND comfort. Read More ››
A Sustainable Fashion Journey Starts With Just One Dress
- Mata Traders
- 12 Jul, 2021
Could you wear just one dress for 100 days? That’s exactly what one of our customers did this spring. We caught up with her afterward... Read More ››
Talking Houseplants for National Gardening Day
- Mata Traders
- 14 Apr, 2021
Our National Sales Director and Brand Coordinator sat down for a conversation on houseplants in honor of National Gardening Day, April 14. Read More ››
International Women's Day: On Mothers, Michelle Obama, and growing up in Chicago
- Mata Traders
- 08 Mar, 2021
Our co-founder, Michelle, writes about International Women's Day and this year's Choose to Challenge theme reflecting on two Chicagoans: her own mother, and former first... Read More ››
National Dress Day
- Mata Traders
- 02 Mar, 2021
Pay homage to dresses and the magical moments that happen when we wear them, on March 6, National Dress Day. Our co-founder Michelle had a momentous... Read More ››
Ethical Gifts for Galentine's Day
- Mata Traders
- 05 Feb, 2021
This Galentine's Day, send your friends an ethical gift. Get creative with your gift-giving, or try sending a product from any of our favorite ethical companies. Read More ››
Sustainable Living: Mending for Mindfulness
- Mata Traders
- 12 Jan, 2021
Embrace sustainable living - extend the life of your clothing, buy less, and reduce your carbon footprint, all while enjoying a hobby at home. Read More ››
Find Your Zodiac Sign Dress
- Mata Traders
- 18 Aug, 2020
What better way to address the curveballs of 2020 than to the find the perfect dress for your zodiac sign? Read More ››
Small Businesses Need Your Support in a Time of Uncertainty
- Mata Traders
- 27 Apr, 2020
Small businesses around the country have shifted their business strategies to compensate for reduced customers and sales. Try our tips to help them out. Read More ››
Sanity-Saving Strategies for Self-Isolation
- Mata Traders
- 23 Mar, 2020
With many of us spending days and days at home, we are all in need of some creative ideas to pass the time. Read More ››