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Starting an ethical fashion brand

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100 per hour - Virtual OK - Posted Jan 25, 2018

I will spend an hour with you to answer any questions you have about starting an ethical or sustainable fashion brand. I have worked in several countries on both the production, design, sales, and marketing sides of this industry - and I can give you insight into some of the tips and tricks I have learned along the way, as well as some of the pitfalls to avoid. Starting your own brand is hard and you don't have to do it alone! I've been getting a ton of email requests for advice, and although I want to help as much as possible, my time is limited, so I've decided to offer this consultation through Simbi rather than charge for it. Feel free to propose a direct trade that will benefit tonlé (have a look at our site first), or I am happy to take Simbi as well.

If you'd like to sign up for a session with me, it is helpful to know in advance some of the key topics you'd like to cover to make best use of our time. Please send me a little information about your business and what you would hope to achieve in a session with me when you propose a deal so that I can be as prepared as possible. Thanks and I look forward to speaking with you!

Training & Qualifications


I have spent 10 years working in the industry working in several countries and in several different aspects of the business. I've been running my own label for 9 years and have built a successful sustainable brand and production facility from he ground up. I have had to figure out how to do several things on my own that I could have or should have gotten help doing - don't make the same mistake!

Feel free to check out my linkedIn profile for specifics: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-faller-6b874a41/

Availability & Preferences


Once you have sent a request I'll send you a link to my calendar to pick a time that works for both of us.

Trading Preference: I’m flexible, just hit me up!

Reviews of Rachel


Mar 19, 2018
Rachel was very informative, collaborative and flexible. It was an honor and pleasure meeting her and I'm excited to work with her again on future col...laborations.show more
Mar 01, 2018
Rachel has been super helpful in answering all my questions. She is an expert in her field and willing to take the time to help you out. I would defin...itely recommend her. show more
Feb 22, 2018
Rachel is one of the most inspiring ladies in the fashion industry, and I'm fortunate to have connected with her. Her knowledge and creative thinking ...leads many, including myself, to strive for a better, more beautiful earth, and sets the bar for ethical fashion working conditions. She is a great leader and teacher :).show more
Pasquale provided session of Administration/ Coordination (FR/EN for Rachel
Jul 12, 2018
Rachel was very understanding, patient when I had questions and clear in the task that needed to be done and I'm happy if it helped her and her busine...ss! show more
May 11, 2018
Very interesting composition.
May 02, 2018
Very nice painting and very nice person.

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Art, like many things, is better when shared! I'm excited to share art and creative services in exchange for services for my business or unique experiences.
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Painting
Art, like many things, is better when shared! I'm excited to share art and creative services in exchange for services for my business or unique experiences.
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Rachel's requests


Rachel is requesting
Fashion model for outdoor shoot
I'm looking for a female model for an outdoor fashion shoot for an ethical fashion company. (tonlé) The shoot is Sunday the 17th. The shoot will be in the bay area and will involve hiking. I'm loo...

Art, like many things, is better when shared! I'm excited to share art and creative services in exchange for services for my business or unique experiences.
Rachel is requesting
Photography
A photographer who can help with casual fashion shoots that we can use for our social media platforms. I'd love to form a connection with folks I could work with on an ongoing basis. I'm flexible w...

Art, like many things, is better when shared! I'm excited to share art and creative services in exchange for services for my business or unique experiences.

About Rachel Faller

I'm an artist turned designer turned entrepreneur. I started an ethical fashion and sustainable fashion label (tonlé - tonle.com) in Cambodia 9 years ago and now travel back and forth between the Bay ...Area and Cambodia. Through running a business I picked up a number of skills in addition to fashion design; I've done quite a bit of styling for photography (fashion and food...long story!) As well as interior boutique design (I've opened 5 retail stores) and graphic design. I still do quite a bit of painting and illustration for fun. I can make clothing but I probably wouldn't do it for a trade, but I'm open to a range of other creative work and consultations. Recently I've been getting a number of requests from designers looking for help and feedback on starting an ethical/sustainable/eco fashion business. Because I've spent 10 years in the space and have a limited amount of time available, I have had to start putting a value on my time, but rather than charge for consulting I'm offering that service here on Simbi in order to contribute to the community here. I'm happy to trade that service directly for deals that contribute to tonlé - or for Simbi. Some of the things that I am always looking for are: models, photographers, creative contributors, bloggers, videographers, administrators, and designers. If you want to propose a project that incorporates any of those things related to tonlé, let me know! I'm also happy to trade for clothing - check out what we have on our site. show more

Open to other proposals
Rachel Faller is looking for:
  • Digital Marketing
  • Video & AV
  • Graphic Design
  • Music Lessons
  • Writing & Editing
  • Consulting & Coaching
  • Administration
  • Event Planning
  • Marketing
  • Legal
  • Accounting & Bookkeeping
  • Transport & Rideshares
  • Travel
  • Adventure
  • Massage
  • Photography