{"id":53952,"date":"2023-08-04T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2023-08-04T13:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/?p=53952"},"modified":"2024-07-10T10:39:26","modified_gmt":"2024-07-10T16:39:26","slug":"sustainable-positive-impacts-maggie-sottero","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.maggiesottero.com\/blog\/sustainable-positive-impacts-maggie-sottero\/","title":{"rendered":"Positive Impacts: Maggie Sottero’s Sustainability, Diversity, and Community Initiatives"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

At Maggie, we stand for LOVE and love for ALL, and through this promise, we strive to create positive impacts<\/strong> worldwide through diversity<\/strong>, community<\/strong>, and sustainability<\/strong>. We have put our whole heart into bringing this promise to life and we can\u2019t wait to share it with you! Keep reading to learn more about our values and make sure to follow us on social media to keep up with everything happening at Maggie!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How Maggie Sottero is Creating Positive Impacts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

We are creating positive impacts in the world through inclusive efforts, social responsibility, and environmental consciousness, and are proud to have our CEO and Creative Director, Kelly Midgley, heading these initiatives to carry the Maggie family into the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cIn the tapestry of progress, diversity, community, and sustainability weave a vibrant pattern that illuminates the path to a brighter future. Together, we can create a legacy that echoes through time, inspiring future generations to build a world where these three pillars flourish, writing an enduring narrative of hope, progress, and harmony. We all must work together to re-imagine our future.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\nKelly Midgley, CEO and Creative Director of Maggie Sottero Designs<\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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Through our promise, we are committed to creating beautiful and inclusive spaces for every single one of our brides. Each person, regardless of color, identity, body shape or size, wedding vision, budget, or timeline deserves to feel seen, confident, and celebrated on their wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are inspired by every love story and celebrate the diversity of love in all its forms. We design our gowns in loving answer. From construction and fit to the choice of fabrics and finishing details, our desire is to ensure every bride feels like the best version of themselves on their wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond our meticulous designs, our heart and love also continue to expand into our global community. Our sense of home is both local and global. Giving back and supporting others has always been at the core of this women-led, multi-generational family business. Love connects us all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Just as a wedding is a promise for long and happy lives ahead, we are working to create a more sustainable world in which to celebrate. Being the change, disrupting the standard, and creating the future for our next generations has never been more important. Our commitment to Mother Earth is integrated into our business practices \u2013 from reducing our environmental impact to helping restore vital ecosystems. We stand for Love and Love for ALL \u2013 including Mother Earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At Maggie Sottero Designs, we promise to uphold these values, nurturing an ethos that is inclusive,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

socially responsible, and environmentally conscious and always lead from Our Heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more info on how we are bringing these pillars into the spotlight, keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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As we continue to create and innovate, diversity and social responsibility are areas we strive to improve on for our Maggie family and community. Not only are they important today — but for our future. We are committed to embracing every bride and every love story and will not rest till all love is celebrated. Our heart… LOVE and love for ALL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, we have been able to better reflect and serve our community of unique brides and better represent all brides to ensure they have a meaningful experience during their wedding dress shopping<\/a> journey. From inclusive sizing and featuring diverse models, to partnering with brands and influencers who inspire positive change in the industry, we are working towards a future that celebrates everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diversity in bridal is not just words; it’s action. When we began our journey in bridal, we set out to ensure all Maggie brides are seen, and their wedding dreams become a reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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To promote our inclusive sizing and impeccable construction made for curvy brides, we partnered with curve fashion pioneer, Liris Crosse, for Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week in 2018. As the first plus-size supermodel to win Project Runway’s modeling competition, she was able to help us forge a path toward a brighter and more inclusive future in bridal. To continue the positive impacts of diversity in our designs, we also offer three different colors of bra cups and different shades of illusion tulle to make every bride of any skin tone confident and comfortable on their wedding day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting the conversations about accessibility within the bridal space has also been an important development and one Maggie is excited to lead! Through our partnerships with <\/a>Models of Diversity<\/a>, All Bodies All Brides<\/a>, and our newest influencer, Lona Krivanjeva, we are inspired to bring awareness and elevate brides of all backgrounds, paving the way for inclusion within our bridal communities worldwide. Make sure to get the inside scoop on Lona\u2019s bridal journey by watching the video below (and keep up with us to see which dress she chose for her wedding day!).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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