• Catskill Couture: MLE's Sustainable Fashion

  • Aug 27 2024
  • Duración: 20 m
  • Podcast

Catskill Couture: MLE's Sustainable Fashion

  • Resumen

  • In this episode of Kaatscast, we explore the journey of Emily Li Mandri, founder of the women's accessories brand MLE, based in Saugerties, New York. Emily shares insights into the challenges and rewards of running a fashion brand in Upstate New York, her commitment to eco-conscious materials and sustainable fashion, and the influence of her family's background in apparel. We also hear from her assistant, New Paltz theater grad Kiana Duggan-Haas, about the importance of sustainability in the fashion industry. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on ethical fashion practices, local craftsmanship, and a life/work balance in the Catskills.

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    Thanks to this week's sponsors: Briars & Brambles Books, Hanford Mills Museum, and The Mountain Eagle.

    Kaatscast is made possible through a grant from the Nicholas J. Juried Family Foundation, and through the support of listeners like you!

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    00:00 Introduction to MLE

    01:40 Meet the Founder: Emily Li Mandri

    03:20 Sustainability in Fashion

    05:58 Challenges and Innovations in Sustainable Fashion

    12:51 Living and Working in the Catskills

    14:44 Building a Local and National Brand

    17:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts



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