Miranda Bennett is an Austin, TX based clothing designer who specializes in sustainable and size-inclusive fashion. Her commitment to sustainability includes growing the plants she uses to create dye for her gorgeous clothing. Recently, I had the privilege of asking her a few questions about her business and I hope you are as inspired by her responses as I was!  

Julia Turner Lowe’s story is inspiring. After starting her career in finance, she decided to pursue her true passion – fashion design. As designer and owner of JTL designs, Julie has created a brand that empowers women to feel confident through classic and timeless pieces in sizes 14-28. Read more to learn about her journey, design process, and how she approaches body positivity.

From a single couture sewing class in her loft, Rachel Ford built Made Institute, the premier independent fashion design and sewing school in Philadelphia. Recently, Printfresh founder Amy Voloshin sat down with Rachel to get an inside look at her inspiring journey.

Despite the challenges and loss that founder Amy Voloshin and her family faced this past year, it allowed for time to reflect on what is truly important to both Amy and the Printfresh brand. Amy shares her thoughts on the importance of connecting with others, sharing impactful stories, and how the PF Mag hopes to create a space that allows us to learn from one another and share inspiring new perspectives.

One of our company goals is to create pajamas that people of all sizes feel comfortable and confident in. But we also believe there is more work to do to improve inclusivity in fashion. Recently, we talked with body positive bloggers, Sean Taylor and Sandae Cooke to get their take on representation in the fashion industry and actions that we can all take to influence change. 

Lori L. Tharps is a writer, author and educator whose work lands at the intersection of race and popular culture. She strives to use her words to broaden the conversation about race in America; to challenge racial stereotypes; to dismantle white supremacy; and to celebrate ethnic and cultural diversity whenever possible. Recently, we sat down with Lori to discuss the framing of Black History Month, personal responsibility and her book recommendations for re-learning American History through the lens of people of color.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, it can sometimes bring anxiety and pressure. Yes, we do cute crafts, bake heart-shaped sweets, make dinner reservations (or at least we used to!) – but the holiday is also synonymous with high expectations as it relates to your romantic relationships. The expectation of intimacy on February 14th can make both men and women dread the day.