Elevate Your Voice: A Conversation with Stacey, Founder of Black and Beech
12:00-1:00pm
An incredible opportunity to delve into the journey of a trailblazer who has not only revolutionized the fashion industry but has also ignited change on a global scale.
Stacey's story is one of passion, purpose, and unwavering commitment to creating a more inclusive and equitable world. Through her feminist fashion activist brand, Black and Beech, she has redefined the concept of style, seamlessly blending fashion with social activism to empower women worldwide.
Stacey will share her personal journey and the driving force behind the creation of Black and Beech. From humble beginnings to international recognition, she will illuminate the path she took to turn her vision into reality and establish Black and Beech as a beacon in the industry.
So get ready to unleash your creativity and empower your voice alongside Stacey. Join us for an intimate workshop experience where you'll delve into Stacey's journey of championing feminist values in the fashion world. Discover how to craft an empowering plaque that resonates with your own personal values and principles. Learn to infuse your unique perspective with a bold, feminist edge, amplifying your impact on the world around you. Elevate your voice, embrace your power, and join us in reshaping the narrative of fashion. Secure your spot now and embark on a journey of self-expression and empowerment.
Location: Motivate Arts Tent
Black & Beech - Stacey Grant Thornton
Black & Beech was founded with a mission to make conscious, purposeful, feminist- informed fashion. Stacey Grant Thornton is the founder.
From concept to creation, we set out to support women; , to inspire feminist activism and to create timeless, quality garments and apparel in an environmentally conscious way.
We put quality and social partnership at the heart of what we produce. Every piece starts with a meticulous research process that includes customer interaction and conversations and collaboration with women illustrators and artists.
We pride ourselves on provenance, working with suppliers who maintain the highest ethical and sustainable credentials. We invest time in developing long-standing relationships with our suppliers, many of whom are independent family-run businesses themselves. We visit them regularly and we pay fair wages to deliver well-made garments using the highest quality products and materials.
In the last five years, Black & Beach has raised £20,000 for women’s rights charities, and collaborated with charities as well as influencers.