Deep-dive into one brand's process in sourcing & developing responsible fashion. This week, Mary & Emma are chatting with Elisabeth de Gramont, Chief Brand Officer and Head of Impact at Frank And Oak.
Combining style, design and technology since it was founded in Montreal in 2012, Frank And Oak offers collections of sustainable, durable clothing and accessories for men and women that are thoughtfully designed and well suited to the lifestyles of its customers. Inspired by responsible thinking and with an eye to the future, Frank And Oak believes that dressing with intention can inspire a more conscious lifestyle for all.
They strive to inspire better living through thoughtfully designed products that care about you and the planet. Above all, they believe in helping communities to build a diverse and inclusive world that enriches our society, sustainably.
Topics Discussed

Elisabeth's background and journey to FAO


Unified Commerce Group  

History of FAO brand started with the idea of community and collaboration

2017 FAO took a strong turn towards sustainability

Elisabeth's current role with FAO

What's the relationship between scalability and sustainability? How can sustainable brands scale up?

Seawool

How FAO screens and selects suppliers

FAO's 100% Responsible Product announcement

FAO denim


SeaCell

FAO's other sustainable product innovations

Kapok


Yak Wool as an alternative to cashmere

Problems with cashmere

 How Elisabeth's own experience and evolution with sustainable fashion, and how covid shifted her perspective 

Consumer culture in the US is different than other cultures in its prioritization of price and appearance over source

Guppy Friend washing bag for microplastic pollution

Frank and Oak's updated progress report

FOA's focus on end -of-life options for garments

Consumer education on the issues with the recycled PET microplastics

FOA has eliminated all virgin polyester from their production


Connect with Frank & Oak:

Website: Frank & Oak



Instagram @frankandoak


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