September 27, 2022

Making Slow Fashion From Recycled Flowers with Melissa Hargus Pierce of Soul Studio

56 minutes

You’ve heard of fashion made with recycled polyester, but have you heard of fashion made with recycled flowers? In episode 53, Melissa Hargus Pierce gives us a glimpse into the creative and scientific natural dyeing process of Soul Studio - the sustainable, slow fashion brand she started with her mom.

Soul Studio is a Natural Dye House and Slow Fashion Label founded by Melissa Hargus Pierce and her mother Carol Hargus. They are known best for their ethereal and feminine silk fabrics created using plant based dyes and floral waste (Fashion Made from Flowers.) All wearable/functional art pieces are created using sustainable and ethical practices by their small team of women in Austin, TX.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why Melissa and her mom began Soul Studio

How Melissa advocates for self-expression

Why Soul Studio uses only botanical dyes

The science and creativity of natural dyeing

Where Soul Studio sources their flowers

Melissa’s favorite flowers for dyeing

How Soul Studio encourages their customers to slow down and appreciate the details

The three values that Soul Studio is built on

How Soul Studio found and connects with its audience

Melissa’s tips for running a business with a family member

Why hosting dyeing workshops and classes have been so fun and successful for Soul Studio

People and resources mentioned in this episode:

Soul Studio website

Soul Studio email

Soul Studio Instagram

Soul Studio LinkedIn

Soul Studio email list

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