What really sets Etrican apart from other socially and environmentally conscious fashion brands is its reasonable price points, and thus its accessibility to consumers of many income levels. Dragos really struck a chord with me when he said 'environmental responsibility should not only be accessible to the rich. All consumers should be given the option to make ethical choices.' I have always found this somewhat disturbing- that in several instances only the higher classes have accessible means to contribute towards environmental sustainability. Recycling shouldn't cost money, and blouses shouldn't cost $300- organic or not.
Etrican's tagline- 'Change is Simple'- could not be more fitting. In the company's beginning stages. it accepted lower profit margins and a slower rate of growth in knowing that it is doing what's best for consumers and what's best for the environment. This attitude and the founders' passion and hard work are paying off, too. I'm excited to see what the future has in store for this brand and I can only hope that other fashion brands will follow suit.
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