Passion Lilie is a fair trade fashion brand based in New Orleans. They blend classic silhouettes with handwoven ikat and playful block prints to create pieces that are both timeless by design and effortless to style. Designed with a comfort and fit in mind, each item is ethically handmade in small batches in India by producers and artisans dedicated to preserving heritage techniques.
Purpose
Passion Lilie was founded by Katie Schmidt in 2013 with the goal of making fair trade apparel more stylish, well-fitting and affordable. Designing for all ages, body types, and seasons, Katie aims to create collections that will inspire confidence in the person who wears it. Passion Lilie believes in making things the right way. They care deeply about doing their part to build a more sustainable world, one built on honesty and respect. From the way they design to the way they create each fair trade collection, sustainability is at the core of every aspect of their business.
People
Passion Lilie believes in nurturing economic sustainability by collaborating with partners in India who are dedicated to paying fair living wages, creating a safe and healthy work environment, and investing in the overall wellbeing of the artisans they employ. Sustainable change is about going beyond fair wages, which is why they make sure their artisan partners are provided with opportunities for community development and to further their skills.
Planet
Passion Lilie believes it is important to understand the impact of their decisions. They are dedicated to sourcing thoughtfully, using materials that will not harm people or the planet. Recognizing the negative impact of pesticides on biodiversity and the health of farming communities, they use durable natural fibers, organic cotton, and nontoxic dyes. They recognize the importance reducing their carbon footprint, which is why they have created a supply chain built on sourcing from areas local to where they produce.
