Mata Traders designer floral dress. Fair trade. Ethically sourced.

Beautiful dress in great condition. Lovely print. Who We Are Mata Traders’ journey in fair trade fashion began in 2007 with a simple question: “Is this fair trade?” Almost immediately, we were driven to produce responsibly, seeking out partnerships with fair trade organizations that could make ethical production a scalable reality. Prioritization of worker well-being and respect for handmade artistry had us hooked from the start. Now, that passion has multiplied alongside a growing relationship with our partners and an expanding team in our home city of Chicago. Ethical Fashion, Made Fair Trade While the processes described above certainly fall into the often romanticized idea of “handmade,” we also want to highlight that the many hands involved in garment making do not start or stop there. Our apparel, like all apparel, passes through many people before finding its home in a closet.