Sol Inspirations

Buffalo Exchange

As I walked into Buffalo Exchange (BE) for the first time I fell in love, everywhere I looked there was a new thing that I had to have. BE has an open, spacious, community-inspired atmosphere in the shop and Minneapolis’ uptown location (at 2727 Lyndale Ave. S) is so accessible. I was surprised to learn [...]
D.I.Y. T-shirt Hack

Do you have too many unused t-shirts in your possession? Do you wish some of them were a different cut than just a typical… t-shirt? This D.I.Y. t-shirt hack will show you how in just two steps you can transform a t-shirt into a top with attitude. You will need: ~ one loose fitting t-shirt [...]
Textile Center // A National Center for Fiber Art

Posted By: Katherine Price The people of the Twin Cities’ are known for being skilled creatives and no organization can attest to this spirit more than the Textile Center – a national center for fiber art. Located on University Ave S, the Textile Center is a non-profit group that consists of an impressive 40 different [...]
June – Upscale Resale Boutique

Posted By: Maren Walk into June Upscale Resale and walk into a wonderland of lush and lustrous clothing, shoes, and accessories. A wall of jewelry bedazzles, racks of clothing lure you in with their rich fabrics and unique designs, the purses are exquisite, and the room of shoes awaits your time and attention. June is [...]
LUSH / Cosmetics You Can Love

Posted By: Sierra LUSH is an international cosmetics company, they invent things that you didn’t even know you needed. Every single product is made by hand, using fresh, organic ingredients and when needed, safe synthetics. By using essential oils, fruits and vegetables LUSH has created a unique line of cosmetics that work like a dream. [...]
Fried Bologna Vintage

Posted By: Maren When I first heard about Fried Bologna Vintage, I did not know what to think. Located in Northeast Minneapolis, I could only assume it was a hidden treasure trove of goods, posing less threat to the public than the bologna sandwiches I consumed as a child. Located at 158 13th Avenue NE [...]
AROMI – Hannah Follis

Posted By: Katherine Price Recently the world has started to become aware of the cosmetic industry’s toxic impact and at Sol Inspirations we feel it is not only our responsibility to educate you about conscious fashion but also about holistic beauty. The toxins that are put onto your skin end up in your body. [...]
DIY: ’70s Yarn Hanger

These colorful hanger creations were very popular in the 1970s. I used to make yarn covered hangers with my grandmother when I was a kid since she continued making them throughout her life. I still enjoy making them as an adult since they are easy, make great gifts, offer a creative way to utilize those ugly [...]
THIS THURSDAY: Sandy Black & MIA Fashion Event

Posted By: Katherine Price February 21st, this coming Thursday, there are two events that SOL is endorsing and enthusiastically encouraging all of you to attend! The first is an hour long seminar hosted by the University of Minnesota – Professor Sandy Black, a very prominent educator and author in the sustainable fashion movement. [...]
Fashion Scholarship Competition and Benefit // Recap

Posted By: Katherine Price Last Thursday Sol Inspiration and Bespoke Hair Artisans pulled off a ground breaking event – SOL’s (and the nation’s) first ever Eco-Fashion Scholarship Contest, it would not have been possible with out the help of many wonderful souls! Officially called the Sol Inspirations’ Fashion Scholarship and Benefit was an event hosted [...]

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Our Vision To make Responsible Fashion available to US consumers. Mission Sol Inspirations is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that advocates for responsible clothing, styling and beauty products and educates consumers about how these products make our world a healthier and better place to live. Our Philosophy We know that changes are necessary for improving our [...]

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Alter/Nation

Clothing swap, alterations, and fashion show! St. Paul Union Depot 214 E 4th St., Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101 Alter/Nation is an all-day clothing swap brought to you by CounterCouture and Sol Inspirations. For only $5, attendees may bring up to 20 garments that can be exchanged for the same number of items on racks and [...]

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Community

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Sol Inspirations is a center for the fashion community to express ideas through partnership and business responsibility. We encourage designers, businesses and schools to connect with us about your ideas on how to make responsible fashion available to consumers.

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