132: The Art of Slow and Functional Fashion with Zack of After Always Apparel

Mar 5, 2024

Zack (@after_always_apparel) thrifts blankets, sheets, curtains, and other textiles and turns them into comfortable, wearable works of art. Tune in to this episode of the Get Thrifty Podcast with host Maggie Scivicque and learn how Zack taught himself how to sew, what inspires him, and his desire to inspire and empower others to live a sustainable lifestyle.

SHOW NOTES & TAKEAWAYS:

• Spreading the mission of Slow Fashion.
• Empowering others to practice a sustainable lifestyle.
• Defining “realistic” and functional fashion.
• Designing fashion with thrifted fabric that is comfortable and seasonal.
• Celebrating color, unique fabrics, and the unusual.
• Participating in Denver Fashion Week and bringing his fashion to the runway.
• How he grew his presence on TikTok and engages with his thousands of followers.
• His dream of creating fashion for stars like Post Malone.