Posts Tagged ‘sustainable design’
The London Launch Event
November 4, 2010
Source4Style will celebrate the launch of their B2B online platform at a private event in London later this week. The event will preface other roll-out programs, including the Source4Style Atelier, which are a series of sustainable design workshops starting in January 2011.
Source4Style partners with Cornell University
October 29, 2010
Five MBAs with experience in fashion, marketing and operations have joined forces with Source4Style.
This past week I headed north to meet up with some of our Academic Associates at the Johnson School of Business Management at Cornell University, my old Alma mater. We’re proud to announce that a dynamic group of five MBAs – Hala, Xueli, Mona, Lisamarie and John – as well as their Advisor, Zach Shulman (Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute) have assembled together to work on two different emerging business opportunities for the Source4Style platform – one specifically designed to aid independent designers in meeting supplier minimums and the second one focused on facilitating business along the supply chain for the industry at large. We’ll have a full report of our findings in Q1 of next year and hope to implement some of our findings within the next 4-6 months. Stay tuned for more updates. ~ Summer Rayne Oakes
This past week I headed north to meet up with some of our Academic Associates at the Johnson School of Business Management at Cornell University, my old Alma mater. We’re proud to announce that a dynamic group of five MBAs – Hala, Xueli, Mona, Lisamarie and John – as well as their Advisor, Zach Shulman (Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Institute) have assembled together to work on two different emerging business opportunities for the Source4Style platform – one specifically designed to aid independent designers in meeting supplier minimums and the second one focused on facilitating business along the supply chain for the industry at large. We’ll have a full report of our findings in Q1 of next year and hope to implement some of our findings within the next 4-6 months. Stay tuned for more updates. ~ Summer Rayne Oakes
The NY & SF Source4Style Atelier
October 11, 2010
Discover the latest internal environmental assessment tools for your fashion or home brand.
Registration Details:
San Francisco, CA – Friday, October 15 – Register here.
New York, NY – Tuesday, October 19 – Register here.
About the workshop:
Measuring the environmental impact of products has been a mystery to many until now. Originally brands would hire expensive outside firms to develop a framework to measure environmental externalities and record progress. Now easy-to-use and accessible tools are available to designers and brands to internally assess the environmental footprints of their products. Learn about the evolution of environmental assessment in the apparel industry, what money-saving tools are currently available for your use, and how to assess the environmental impact of an apparel and home item through the Eco Index, one of the groundbreaking environmental assessment tools of the industry. Attendees will leave with the basic framework to assess the environmental impact of their products.
Level: Suitable for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Levels
Areas: Apparel Design, Home & Interior Design, Equipment Design, Textile & Materials
Registration Details:
San Francisco, CA – Friday, October 15 – Register here.
New York, NY – Tuesday, October 19 – Register here.
About the workshop:
Measuring the environmental impact of products has been a mystery to many until now. Originally brands would hire expensive outside firms to develop a framework to measure environmental externalities and record progress. Now easy-to-use and accessible tools are available to designers and brands to internally assess the environmental footprints of their products. Learn about the evolution of environmental assessment in the apparel industry, what money-saving tools are currently available for your use, and how to assess the environmental impact of an apparel and home item through the Eco Index, one of the groundbreaking environmental assessment tools of the industry. Attendees will leave with the basic framework to assess the environmental impact of their products.
Level: Suitable for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Levels
Areas: Apparel Design, Home & Interior Design, Equipment Design, Textile & Materials
About the presenter:
Summer Rayne Oakes has helped brands actualize their sustainability goals through her unique platform of environmental strategy and brand ambassadorship. She has launched, Zoe & Zac, a more environmentally-preferable shoe line with PaylessShoeSource; a bedding & bath line with Portico Home; and most recently joined a project to launch a recycled line of eyewear and optics with MODO. Oakes is the author of the best-selling style guide, Style, Naturally, editor-at-large of Above Magazine, founder of SRO, LLC – a sustainability innovation firm, and Co-founder/CEO of Source4Style, the first B2B online marketplace that allows designers and brands to search and source more sustainable materials and services from a network of global suppliers
Source4Style checks in from London
October 5, 2010
Source4Style not only announces their Public Beta launch but also their sustainable design workshops in SF, NYC, and London.
10.5.10 Report: Clearly the biggest news right now (if you haven’t noticed) is the fact that Source4Style went live in Public Beta today<!>
It’s been quite a whirlwind and our team will have to have a celebratory meal in a week or so because we are all hailing in different parts of the globe right now, which is appropriate considering that we’re a site connecting designers from all over the world with sustainable suppliers from all over the world.
Benita and I have been busy in London. We got to announce the launch of Source4Style today at the Made-By annual event held at the House of Lords (The Parliament) and tomorrow we showcase our new site at the RITE Conference. Adam and Elizabeth have been working into the wee hours of the night in our office in Brooklyn uploading products, checking and re-checking supplier minimums, and basically fielding the calls and emails; and Dave (San Francisco Bay Area) and Max (Montreal) have literally been slaving away (Dave with 5 o’clock shadow chowing down on a Snickers bar; Max in his teddy bear nighties) working on getting the in-site messaging and search to work as good as possible.
We have lots of new features and materials coming in the weeks following – as well as the announcement of Source4Style Atelier, our experiential sustainable design workshops in San Francisco, New York and London. Find out more on how to register here.
10.5.10 Report: Clearly the biggest news right now (if you haven’t noticed) is the fact that Source4Style went live in Public Beta today<!>
It’s been quite a whirlwind and our team will have to have a celebratory meal in a week or so because we are all hailing in different parts of the globe right now, which is appropriate considering that we’re a site connecting designers from all over the world with sustainable suppliers from all over the world.
Benita and I have been busy in London. We got to announce the launch of Source4Style today at the Made-By annual event held at the House of Lords (The Parliament) and tomorrow we showcase our new site at the RITE Conference. Adam and Elizabeth have been working into the wee hours of the night in our office in Brooklyn uploading products, checking and re-checking supplier minimums, and basically fielding the calls and emails; and Dave (San Francisco Bay Area) and Max (Montreal) have literally been slaving away (Dave with 5 o’clock shadow chowing down on a Snickers bar; Max in his teddy bear nighties) working on getting the in-site messaging and search to work as good as possible.
We have lots of new features and materials coming in the weeks following – as well as the announcement of Source4Style Atelier, our experiential sustainable design workshops in San Francisco, New York and London. Find out more on how to register here.
Source4Style is now live!
October 5, 2010
After five months in private beta, Source4Style, the premier B2B online marketplace that connects designers to sustainable suppliers across the globe, goes live in Public Beta.
NEW YORK, NY. October 5, 2010. Source4Style, a B2B online marketplace that allows fashion and interior designers to search and purchase sustainable materials from around the globe launched today in Public Beta.
The sourcing platform, founded by model and sustainability strategist Summer Rayne Oakes and fair trade entrepreneur Benita Singh seeks to connect designers to more sustainable sources around the world. Currently the site hosts over 30 suppliers and over 1000 materials, such as organic cottons, hand-woven silks, reclaimed textiles, and other novel fabrics and materials.
“This is truly an exciting time for us,” says Oakes. “Our early market research revealed that designers have difficulty accessing information on sustainable materials and spend more time researching than designing, so a site like Source4Style is incredibly valuable in order to move sustainable design forward.” Source4Style’s aim is to reduce the amount of time and money that designers and retail sourcing specialists currently spend looking to source and purchase quality raw materials. For sustainable suppliers, Source4Style will provide a unique opportunity to display their stories and product offerings in a clear and concise way to a range of interested buyers.
Source4Style will service independent fashion and interior designers as well as small- to mid-size retail sourcing teams. “By allowing designers to source swatches and yardage at the click of a button, Source4Style will make sustainable design the norm. We basically give brands no reason to source another way,” says co-founder Singh.
Source4Style previews today at the Made-By Annual event at the House of Lords as well as the RITE Conference in Westminster tomorrow. The new company will also feature sustainable design workshops called The Source4Style Atelier, which will launch in San Francisco on October 15; New York on October 21; and London on November 5.
Registration to search and source on the site is free.
About Source4Style
Source4Style was founded by Summer Rayne Oakes and Benita Singh in October 2009. It is an online B2B marketplace that allows designers and sourcing teams to search, compare and purchase sustainable materials from a curated network of global suppliers. For more information please visit: www.Source4Style.com.
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NEW YORK, NY. October 5, 2010. Source4Style, a B2B online marketplace that allows fashion and interior designers to search and purchase sustainable materials from around the globe launched today in Public Beta.
The sourcing platform, founded by model and sustainability strategist Summer Rayne Oakes and fair trade entrepreneur Benita Singh seeks to connect designers to more sustainable sources around the world. Currently the site hosts over 30 suppliers and over 1000 materials, such as organic cottons, hand-woven silks, reclaimed textiles, and other novel fabrics and materials.
“This is truly an exciting time for us,” says Oakes. “Our early market research revealed that designers have difficulty accessing information on sustainable materials and spend more time researching than designing, so a site like Source4Style is incredibly valuable in order to move sustainable design forward.” Source4Style’s aim is to reduce the amount of time and money that designers and retail sourcing specialists currently spend looking to source and purchase quality raw materials. For sustainable suppliers, Source4Style will provide a unique opportunity to display their stories and product offerings in a clear and concise way to a range of interested buyers.
Source4Style will service independent fashion and interior designers as well as small- to mid-size retail sourcing teams. “By allowing designers to source swatches and yardage at the click of a button, Source4Style will make sustainable design the norm. We basically give brands no reason to source another way,” says co-founder Singh.
Source4Style previews today at the Made-By Annual event at the House of Lords as well as the RITE Conference in Westminster tomorrow. The new company will also feature sustainable design workshops called The Source4Style Atelier, which will launch in San Francisco on October 15; New York on October 21; and London on November 5.
Registration to search and source on the site is free.
About Source4Style
Source4Style was founded by Summer Rayne Oakes and Benita Singh in October 2009. It is an online B2B marketplace that allows designers and sourcing teams to search, compare and purchase sustainable materials from a curated network of global suppliers. For more information please visit: www.Source4Style.com.
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Source4Style Atelier: Experiential Sustainable Design Workshops
October 4, 2010
Source4Style, the premier destination to search and source sustainable materials online just helped make you a bit smarter ;) with The Source4Style Atelier. May the source be with you.
Source4Style announces the launch of The Source4Style Atelier, a series of experiential workshops and training programs that provide designers, fashion teams, and company boards with leading edge information, insider knowledge and hands-on experience in the sustainable design industry.
The Source4Style Atelier’s inaugural launch will take place in San Francisco, CA on October 15, 2010.
Fashion Footprints: Tools to Assess Environmental Impacts of your Products: Part 1
Measuring the environmental impact of products has been a mystery to many until now. Oftentimes brands would hire expensive outside firms to develop a framework to measure environmental externalities and record progress. Now easy-to-use and accessible tools are available to designers and brands to internally assess the environmental footprints of their products. Learn about the evolution of environmental assessment in the apparel industry, what tools are currently available for your use, and how to assess the environmental impact of an apparel and home item through the Eco Index, one of the groundbreaking environmental assessment tools of the industry. Attendees will leave with the basic framework to assess the environmental impact of their products.
Level: Suitable for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced
Areas: Apparel Design, Home & Interior Design, Equipment Design, Textile & Materials
Date/Time: October 15, 2010; 6PM-8PM
Source4Style announces the launch of The Source4Style Atelier, a series of experiential workshops and training programs that provide designers, fashion teams, and company boards with leading edge information, insider knowledge and hands-on experience in the sustainable design industry.
The Source4Style Atelier’s inaugural launch will take place in San Francisco, CA on October 15, 2010.
Fashion Footprints: Tools to Assess Environmental Impacts of your Products: Part 1
Measuring the environmental impact of products has been a mystery to many until now. Oftentimes brands would hire expensive outside firms to develop a framework to measure environmental externalities and record progress. Now easy-to-use and accessible tools are available to designers and brands to internally assess the environmental footprints of their products. Learn about the evolution of environmental assessment in the apparel industry, what tools are currently available for your use, and how to assess the environmental impact of an apparel and home item through the Eco Index, one of the groundbreaking environmental assessment tools of the industry. Attendees will leave with the basic framework to assess the environmental impact of their products.
Level: Suitable for Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced
Areas: Apparel Design, Home & Interior Design, Equipment Design, Textile & Materials
Date/Time: October 15, 2010; 6PM-8PM
About The Source4Style Atelier:
We understand that sourcing more responsibly can be a frustrating experience – calling suppliers constantly, worrying about quality control, trying to make sense of certifications, finding the right price.
Sound like your life?
Well, we’re here to change that.
Source4Style helps you discover new sustainable materials around the globe from the convenience of your home or office. We turn the sourcing experience from dreadful to dare we say – enjoyable. And The Source4Style Atelier brings the sourcing experience closer by exploring the intersection of sustainability and design; synthesizing the latest industry knowledge; and deep diving into the hot topics of the moment.
Save the date: Source4Style Atelier: New York, NY – October 21, 2010 (Registration opens soon).
Save the date: Source4Style Atelier: London, UK – November 5, 2010 (Registration opens in 1 1/2 weeks)
Source4Style Launch: Lectures & Locations
September 21, 2010
The Source4Style Team. photo: ecouterre
Source4Style, the world’s premier B2B online marketplace that allows designers and retail sourcing specialists search, compare and purchase more sustainable materials and services around the globe, will be launching it’s online platform in two weeks time. The team is very excited to get Source4Style out to retail brands, designers, and interior decorators throughout the world. You can catch up with us and learn more about Source4Style and its offerings at the following locations from September through November. Some dates and times are still TBD.
The Source4Style Team. photo: ecouterre
Source4Style, the world’s premier B2B online marketplace that allows designers and retail sourcing specialists search, compare and purchase more sustainable materials and services around the globe, will be launching it’s online platform in two weeks time. The team is very excited to get Source4Style out to retail brands, designers, and interior decorators throughout the world. You can catch up with us and learn more about Source4Style and its offerings at the following locations from September through November. Some dates and times are still TBD.
The Art & Science of Sourcing Sustainably - September 30, 2010, 10:00-11:00AM
Eco-Fashion Week Vancouver, Creekside Community Center
A birds eye view on defining sustainability; international industry metrics; latest technologies to help designers and retail sourcing specialists source more sustainably, and what suppliers should be prepared to answer. Talk includes the great reveal of Source4Style, the much-anticipated B2B online materials sourcing site. Also visit the Source4Style booth at the tradeshow venue.
Source4Style - October 6, 2010, 9:00AM-5:00PM
The Rite Conference, Central Hall Westminster, London, UK
Join Source4Style Co-founders, Summer Rayne Oakes and Benita Singh at the Central Hall in Westminster and find out more on Source4Style, the first ever B2B online marketplace that allows designers to search, compare and purchase sustainable materials from a network of global suppliers.
Supply Chain Management Within the Developing World – October 8, 2010, 2:15PM-3:15PM
Social Enterprising Conference, Columbia University, Alfred Lerner Hall
Demand for sustainable and fair trade products continues to grow, and businesses are working to supply the market with goods. Speakers will address the current market and emerging trends in fair trade practices and explore opportunities and challenges in building linkages between developing country producers and customers. What is the role of the private sector and developed nations in the expansion of these industries around the globe? How are retailers integrating sustainable sourcing of products into their core operations? What are the incentives for retailers to get involved? What are the major supply chain management challenges facing these industries?
Moderator: Rick Larson, Director of Sustainable Ventures, The Conservation Fund; and Adjunct Associate Professor, Columbia Business School
Speaker(s): Summer Rayne Oakes, Co-founder and CEO, Source4Style; Jim Thaller Managing Director, Talier Trading Group; Michael Faherty, Vice President Brand Development, Unilever
Sourcing Sustainable Fashion – October 28, 2010, 6:30 – 8:00pm
Cooper Hewitt Design Museum, 2 East 91st Street, NY, NY 10128
The trend toward organic goods and ethical trade is spreading in the fashion world with a wealth of new initiatives to connect designers to sustainable resources and materials. Hear from Summer Rayne Oakes, Co-founder/CEO of Source4Style – a B2B marketplace that allows designers – both fashion and interior – to search, compare and purchase more sustainable materials from around the world, and Tone Tobiasson, co-founder of NICE, Nordic Initiative Clean & Ethical, and nicefashion.org, a web tool for consumers, designers and people involved in the textile business, as well as a forum where professionals can find resources and exchange information.
The Source4Style Atelier – a Series of Professional & Experiential Sustainable Design Workshops
launching in San Francisco & New York in October 2010; launching in the UK in November 2010.
Locations and Topics TBD
Announcing The Source4Style Atelier: A series of workshops and training programs that provide designers, fashion teams, and company boards with leading edge information, insider knowledge and hands-on experience in the sustainable design industry. Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Level offerings are available.
Source4Style: The Platform – Presentation at AAFA Eco-Committee Meeting – December 7, 2010
The American Apparel & Footwear Association Eco-Committee Meeting in Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C., Specific Location and Time TBD
Source4Style will unveil it’s sustainability questionnaire and B2B materials platform at the latest AAFA committee meeting.
