Good News Notes: “Naomi Osaka is building her fashion empire. The tennis pro just announced her latest collaboration — a limited-edition womenswear line in partnership with Levi’s — that pays homage to her Japanese heritage. Available Aug. 24 in select Levi’s stores and on the brand’s app, the Levi’s x Naomi Osaka collection features four upcycled denim pieces:…
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Blogger helps raise $20,000 for Boise nonprofit
Good News Notes: “Have you heard about The Closet? It’s located in a strip mall on Fairview Avenue in Boise. It looks like a teen retail shop, and it is. But, it’s so much more than that. It’s a nonprofit organization that provides free clothing to teens in need in 6th through 12th grades in…
Jonathan Cohen Launches Latest Fashion Line to ‘Reinvent Waste’
Good News Notes: “Fashion designer Jonathan Cohen has used Econyl nylon to create his ten fall/winter 2020 pieces in a nod to zero-waste design. The designer says the use of Econyl furthers the company’s commitment to “taking responsibility for its impact on the world.” Cohen says designing with Econyl has given him the opportunity to get…
Nike’s New Vegan ‘Space Hippie’ Sneakers Are Made From Trash | LIVEKINDLY
Good News Notes: “The Space Hippie’s flyknit-based uppers use at least 85 percent rPoly—primarily recycled plastic water bottles, t-shirts, and yarn scraps. The sole uses 15 percent Nike Grind Rubber, combined with 100 percent recycled foam materials. ‘I’d say Space Hippie attacks the villain of trash,’ adds Hoke. ‘It’s changed the way we look at materials,…
NBA Makes $100,000 Donation to Bryant Family’s MambaOnThree Foundation
Good News Notes: “The NBA plans to carry on Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna’s, legacy. On Friday afternoon, the organization announced they will be making a joint donation of $100,000 with the National Basketball Player Association to the MambaOnThree Foundation. In addition, the NBA, NBPA and Nike revealed they will be honoring Gianna and Kobe by featuring…