Graphic communication junior Emma Norland quit her job at a smoothie shop and now sells clothes full-time on Depop to pay her rent. Welcome to the world of online clothing resale. Depop is a United Kingdom-based social shopping app that…
Student startup prepares to launch the first convertible heels
The product will be on Kickstarter throughout the month of July and a pop-up shop will occur June 30.
The Kalicks: A Cal Poly student turns passion for art and fashion into a business
If there is one phrase that Kam Jamshidian lives by, it is Mark Cuban’s quote, “Find what you’re passionate about and try to find a way to make money out of it.” With a passion for the art and clothing…
Student crochet business promotes festival-style clothing
Kemp has been selling her creations on Etsy and Instagram since her sophomore year of high school.
The Thrift Queens: How two Cal Poly students have turned “trash” into treasures
Emma Norland and Sarah Raykhman have come together to create their own clothing business.
Small businesses adding a touch of artistry to the SLO community
Local artists Savannah Rae Nicholson and Danielle Curchill individually created Anahata Rae and RadicalSouls Collective, local artistry businesses. After teaming up last year, both brands have a collective vision of bringing nature, both environmental and humanistic, into their designs. Anahata…
Student models embody diversity at the Cross Cultural Center’s Fashion Show
The show’s theme, I Am Here, allowed students from diverse backgrounds to assert their presence on campus.
Film photographers create brand inspired by road trips along Pacific Coast
PΛCIFIC is a creative content platform — a website for photography, video, and music discovery, inspired by their road trips.
Slade student clothing venture
Slade is a student-founded online boutique and a lifestyle blog run by college girls primarily at Cal Poly.
Student promotes self-love with ‘Fuck With Myself’ fashion line
Business administration senior Kaija Clinton can’t wait until graduation to start her career. Her summer plans include launching her own outerwear fashion line called “Fuck With Myself.” The line’s recycled jean jackets promote diversity and individuality with screen printed original…
Student creates one-stop-shop for all things vintage
Jenna Cady brings new life to vintage flea-market finds and creates signature bags for her business