The Young Women in Business Vancouver Chapter hosted a night of fashion and environmental responsibility at their Pop-Up Fashion Show plus Q&A with the wonderful ladies of {r}evolution apparel and Malene Grotrian.
The moment I heard this was happening in Vancouver at an affordable price, I signed up and checked out {r}evolution apparel. I fell in love hard and fast. Two inspirational women pursuing what they believe in, and doing well already! Some tips they shared was to be honest and upfront about what you’re doing and tell your customers what’s going on with your business. This seems especially true during their start up. They have faced some struggles and bumps in the road, but they tell those who follow and invest in them what’s going on, building a strong relationship and not losing any customers along the way. Being transparent and sharing your feelings and experiences fosters connections with people. We all love to feel close, connected and intimate with those around us, even if it is the business we purchase from.
Something they said that really connected with me was:
Don’t wait for the perfect time. There is no perfect time. Just do it.
They’re really working for their dreams and their passions. They make the time for it. I think we can all do the same.
Then we were able to hear from Malene Grotrian and experience an intimate and amazing fashion show. Her pieces are versatile and multipurpose. Plus she has a warm heart and loves to give back, often providing clothes and models for a fashion show fundraiser or offering to host a private fashion show as an auction item. She looks at easy ways to flatter a woman’s natural beauty and provide many uses with one item. Check her out in Gastown on Fridays and Saturdays for her open studio times.
{please pardon my bad iPhone photos}
{the versalette by {r}evolution apparel, can be worn over 20 ways}
{malene grotrian’s first piece of the night}
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After the show we were able to interrogate these inspirational, amazing women. They showed us how important support from family and friends are, to not be afraid to ask questions and research, and to hustle for your dream and enjoy the moment when it comes. If there is a passion you have, you have to work for it. Be stubborn. Trust that it will work out and go with the flow. Be open to what comes your way. One of the {r}evolution apparel women had a great quote to keep in mind:
Everything’s going to be okay, but it might not be okay today.
In this messed up world we live in, keep in mind to think twice about where your clothes come from. Think about what your purchase means and begin to change your thought process when it comes to consumption.
{yvetta and i at the {r}evolution apparel photo booth with the versalette as a bag}
