CLOAK'ED IN JOHARI CREATIONS

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Johari Creations |  Handcrafted Fair Trade Products by Artisans in Developing Countries

We are all about fashion with a purpose and we were delighted when we were contacted by Johari Creations and asked to do a feature story about them in COLLIDASCOPE.  We've had the opportunity to talk with Erika Philip, co-owner of the brand and learn about their purpose and positive social impact. What we learned was inspiring and we wanted to go above and beyond with exposing this responsible brand to our COLLIDASCOPE readers. 

JOHARI'S MISSION
Johari Creations is a marketplace for handcrafted products made by artisans in developing countries around the world. We seek to come alongside our artisan partners with sustainable incomes, holistic development and shared work and responsibility. We believe amazing beauty can come from poverty and while the artisans handcraft stunning products, it is the artisans themselves we celebrate as “johari” – the Swahili word for jewel.

SHOP THE BRAND
Johari Creations is offering to COLLIDASCOPE readers a 20% discount on all purchases until November 30, 2013.  At checkout USE CODE: CLOAKME20.

SOCIAL IMPACT
In addition to coming alongside women in poverty, they also assist families in the process of adopting through their Ambassador, Affiliate and Trunk Show opportunities. A percentage of all Johari Creation sales are given towards adoption, community based orphan care and/or clean water.

 

THE GIFT
A special thank you to Johari Creations for sending a beautiful piece for us to touch, feel, hold and try on.  We must say that this piece was gorgeous, check it out. This piece is from Ecuador and its crafting is superb.

CONNECT WITH JOHARI CREATIONS
Web site: http://joharicreations.com
Facebook: https://facebook.com/joharicreations
Instagram: https://instagram.com/joharicreations

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Pops & Purpose | A Unique Foodie and Fashion Event

There is no doubt it’s summertime here in Sunny Miami Florida.  Tropic breezes, swaying palms and humid days and nights give way to a fresh and unique event format sure to cool your palette for both flavor and fashion. Feverish Pops and CLOAK Apparel, Inc. also known as CLOAK INC are hosting the first in a series of four events entitled, Pops and Purpose.  A collaborative of socially conscious brands eating pops and raising awareness. 

On June 15, 2013, Pops & Purpose will launch at the Feverish Pops store located in the Shops at Midtown, 3252 NE 1^st Avenue, #120. The event will feature energetic sounds by DJ Davinci, a spoken word performance by Mr. Speak to My Future, Chris Wisdom Ledger, Feverish Pops, Fashion with Purpose and so much more.

The night’s purpose is to raise awareness concerning human trafficking. On May 18, 2013, CLOAK INC launched its latest campaign collection entitled, “I AM”.  The collection is a simple concept that speaks to a complex issue.  Self-identity, self-respect and, love of self can be issues victims of human trafficking face.  As well, traffickers and philanders of the industry often objectify and dehumanize their victims. “I AM is a personal statement of awareness and existence.  It is a declaration that gives way to life,” says Ebonie M. Mukasa, CLOAK INC, CEO and Founder. 20% of the net proceeds from the sale of the “I AM” Campaign Collection will be donated to organizations rescuing and restoring victims of human trafficking.

Feverish Pops and CLOAK INC are a sweet match. Feverish Pops’ mission is to introduce the world to a new way of enjoying frozen desserts while making the world a sweeter place.  The Feverish concept is fun and exciting, “We fuse art, music, social awareness and of course ice cream into vintage carts,” says Chief Popsicle, Felecia Hatcher.  CLOAK INC’s mission is to cover those in need through fashion. “As a fashion brand we create unique, trendy, casual wear in support of social issues,” says Ebonie. Through the use of campaigns, initiatives, print, video, social media, events and forums; CLOAK INC raises awareness and sells their collection pieces to raise funds to donate to non-profit organizations helping those in need.

Pops & Purpose is a platform for the community to meet and interact with social brands. This energetic atmosphere, offers a social opportunity for brands to share their purposes and products with consumers.  “We want these events to build awareness of socially conscious brands, garner public support and create lasting relationships - with pops in hand of course!” says Felecia.

If you would like to participate in this event as a socially conscious brand or vendor there are a limited number of spaces available. Contact CLOAK INC at info@cloakinc.com or call 786-505-2601. 

CONNECT WITH FEVERISH POPS: feverpopshop.com, Youtube (@FeleciaFlair), Facebook, Twitter (@FeverishMiami)

CONNECT WITH CLOAK INC: cloakinc.com, Youtube (@CLOAKApparel).  Search @cloakinc on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest.

Learn more about this event at popsandpurpose.com.

POSITIVE + THOUGHTS | I WILL

BACK STORY
I remember the first time someone told me that my dream to change the world was unachievable.  They went on to ask me, who did I think I was, which completely astounded me. My initial response was shame and fear, until the thought came to mind, "I am me and who are you to profess limitations over my life, purpose and destiny?" I immediately walked away from that conversation purposed in my heart to never let someone's small thinking negatively influence my ability to LOVE BIG, HOPE ENDLESSLY and HELP GENEROUSLY.- Ebonie M. Mukasa, CEO & Founder, CLOAK INC.