A lovely customer came in last week looking for a plus size clothing section. While we don't have a dedicated section, I explained that we had plus size items mixed in on the racks. I walked around the salesfloor highlighting items but realized we had sold a lot of it from our last haul.
The customer left empty handed and I was disappointed I couldn't help them out more...so I decided to put together this resource list to share with future customers who are looking for plus size clothing.
We try our best to stock plus size vintage and upcycled, and all of our eco friendly basics can be made to order up to 5x.
Please share this list of amazing (women-owned) local businesses that have inclusive sizing! Shout out to @flamingovintagedetroit @curvybirdboutique @the.re.vamp @margauxandmax @hipsresaleboutique and @harmonicthreads !!
Since we shared this post on our Instagram, followers have commented with their own recommendations on local shops that have inclusive sizing. They include:
- Mama Coo's Boutique
- Busted Bra Shop
- Peacock Room Detroit
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In the heart of Ferndale lies the woman-, Black-, and Latinx-owned Not Sorry Goods, a stylish, safe haven for the unapologetic. Underneath a rainbow-tinged neon “OPEN” sign, a bold message against intolerance is etched on a glass pane near the door: “NO PLACE FOR Homophobia, Transphobia, Violence, Racism, Sexism, Hate.” Inside, a shock of pristine, stark white walls help frame eye-popping garments appealing to both masculine and feminine styles and silhouettes, neatly curated as if one was stepping into an art gallery. The embroidery machine stands in clear view, so patrons can see the process of reinvigorating looks firsthand. A wall of fake, forest-green vines serves as the backdrop behind a cash register surrounded by tidily displayed stickers, earrings, patches, and other accessories. In the back of the store, a vintage tangerine sofa is situated near the dressing area. Full-length mirrors abound for model posing and selfie-takers. The bold ‘fits, harking back to ’90s and Y2K style eras, feel like political acts of resistance as much as wearable art which seduces the imagination. Your dollars may not be safe for long.
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This Fill-A-Bag sale features racks of deeply discounted vintage & upcycled clothing from the past year. You can RSVP for this event here.
See FAQ & Details Below:
Date & Time: April 1 from 12-7PM
Location: 22963 Woodward Ave.
Pricing:
- $30 Fill-A-Bag (BYO Tote Bag) - preferred tote dimensions: 15" x16"
- $45 Fill-A-Bag (We Provide the Tote)
*NO IKEA bags, duffel bags or oversized totes ALLOWED*
*NO RETURNS*
1 - How does this sale work?
Step by step:
$30 Fill-A-Bag (BYO Totebag standard size - 15" x16"); Cost is $45 if you need to buy a tote
Upon payment, you will be allowed to enter the “shop”
Fill the tote with as much clothes as it can fit. All items must fit in your bag. No stacking allowed.
Go home a happy shopper 😎
2 - Am I paying additional for the clothes that fit in my bag?
NO you pay once and everything that fits in your tote is yours. No additional payment.
3 - What if all my clothes don’t fit in one bag?
You must purchase another tote to fill it with the clothes that don’t fit. All items must fit securely in your bag. No stacking allowed.
4 - Can I shop before I buy a tote?
No you will not be allowed to enter the “shop” until a tote is purchased.
5 - Can I split a bag with a friend?
No everyone needs their own bag in order to shop.
6 - Is there parking?
Yes, there is a metered parking lot available behind our building.
7 - If I don’t RSVP can I still attend?
Absolutely! RSVP is not required to attend.
8 - Can I return or exchange an item?
NO all items are FINAL SALE.
9 - Is there a preferred method of payment?
We accept credit cards and cash. Please try and come with exact change to help us out.
10 - Will items be organized by size/ season/ article type?
Everything is mostly organized by style. You will still have to sift through for your size. We will not be organizing racks throughout the day so they may not be sorted by style when you arrive.
11 - Will basics and crewnecks from the Not Sorry website be on the racks?
Some oopsie garments that have a small defects will be available on the racks.
12 - Where can I purchase basics or crewnecks?
You can shop online or in store at the Flagship.
13 - Will any of the apparel be Detroit Not Sorry items or have anything Detroit on them? I’m confused what upcycled means.
Yes! All the sale items are second hand…some of it is straight up vintage and some of it has been upcycled meaning we added our designs to them, like our Detroit Not Sorry print.
14 - Will there be a public restroom available?
No Public Restrooms are available, but Treat Dreams next door has restrooms
15 - Will there be fitting rooms?
Yes, there will be a couple of fitting rooms available.
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We love making accessories out of fabric scraps! Above is a photo of a small handbag made by our intern Lakiya! This handbag was made from several different scraps of denim jeans. Each one is completely unique and original!
2- Patches
Patches are such a fun and easy way to re-use scraps, especially small scraps that can't be used for a pattern! These smiley face patches are a great example of how we use small denim strips to create textured patches.
3 - Pockets
Pockets are always an interesting way to jazz up a basic top. We love using our t-shirt scraps to make pockets! Check out the video of the upcycled pockets we made for India Solomon's latest drop. The pockets feature her artwork turned into embroidery for a thoughtful detail added to the garments. We love using the tee scraps because they're already finished on a cover stitch, so they make any upcycled pocket look instantly polished!
4 -Trendy Tops
This pattern was made from one of our old tank tops we traced and graded! What's great about the panels is that you can mix and match different scraps to create a completely one-of-a-kind garment. We will be making these paneled tops all summer long!
5 - Scrunchies
One of our absolute favorite ways to upcycled scraps is to turn them into scrunchies! It's a great way to salvage the last bits of scrap!
This week we're celebrating Earth Week by giving out FREE upcycled scrunchie with any in-store purchase over $25!
How do you reuse and upcycle in your life?
]]>Here are some simple tips to fill an environmentally-friendly closet with a wardrobe that looks great and lasts a long time:
Shop secondhand first. Buy pre-owned clothing from thrift shops, consignment shops, vintage sources, and online resale shops.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll be reducing impacts on the environment and waste from the overproduction of new merchandise.
Buy fewer clothes. Value what you buy. Buy clothes you know you will wear many times because they look good and fit well. With carefully chosen clothes, you can mix and match items to create many different looks. Fewer, better-made clothes with the right accessories can give you a more sophisticated and stylish look than volumes of cheaper clothing.
Bonus: You’ll look better and find creativity in styling on your own.
Invest only in clothes you really like and need. Consider not what is being pushed at you by fashion designers but instead look at your own style and what you want to communicate. Before you buy a new piece of clothing, consider if you have a similar piece in your wardrobe already.
Shop locally. Buy from local shops for clothes, buy from local craftspeople to accessorize your outfits and use your neighborhood tailor for adjustments.
Earth-friendly benefit: Buying clothes locally reduces carbon emissions from shipping while supporting your local economy.
Swap with friends and neighbors. Host a clothing swap with friends.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll divert waste from landfills while having fun adding pieces to your wardrobe!
Donate, don’t throw out. One person’s trash is another’s treasure. Donate unwanted clothing to thrift stores or local shelters instead of throwing them out.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll divert waste from landfills while supporting your local community.
Upcycle clothing. You can work wonders with a pair of scissors and a needle and thread and give new life to an old garment.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll divert waste from landfills and save money! When you repair your clothes, you make each piece unique and special!
Sell unwanted clothing. Sell your clothing on online or brick and mortar resale shops. There are so many websites and apps which allow you to buy and sell used clothing. Here is a short list of sites you can use to simplify your closet.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll divert waste from landfills while earning money!
Upcycle clothing. You can work wonders with a pair of scissors and a needle and thread and give new life to an old garment.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll divert waste from landfills and save money! When you repair your clothes, you make each piece unique and special!
Other Tips:
Go natural. Buy clothing made with natural fabric fibers instead of synthetic fabrics. Natural alternatives to synthetic fabrics include cotton, linen, bamboo, flax, jute, silk, wool, and alpaca. Also look into low impact materials such as Modal and Lyocell. Avoid polyester, nylon, spandex and acrylic. These materials are made from petroleum, a high-emission fossil fuel.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll reduce the amount of microplastics in rivers and oceans that come from synthetic fibers that shed during washing.
Buy organic. Buy clothing made with organic fabrics when you can.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll play a part in reducing the use of pesticides and herbicides as well as keeping the Earth’s water sources clean.
Shop sustainable brands. Choose ethical brands that care about the environment, pay their workers fairly, and are transparent across their entire supply chain – not just one part. Many companies promote certain clothing lines as having been made with renewable materials, but still use unethical labor practices to make the clothing. Make sure to do your research on a brand before you buy from them.
Earth-friendly benefit: You’ll be taking business away from companies that pollute our planet in favor of ones that care about people and the Earth.
Shop for quality over quantity. Higher quality pieces often last longer. Check the workmanship of your clothing. Check seams and zippers. Shop with durability in mind even if it is somewhat more costly. Investing in well-made clothes will save you money in the long run by not having to keep replacing items.
Bonus: With many more wears, your investment will pay off over time.
Buy from designers who will repair their garments for free or for a small fee. High-quality items usually have lifetime guarantees or are made to be repairable. On the other hand, trendy, low-quality items are sometimes made to last one season and be thrown away.
Buy from designers or organizations that are willing to take back their used garments and recycle them or find responsible organizations that will recycle. They may even give credit or cash back for your used clothes.
Look for certifications. It is important to keep an eye out for certifications which prove that clothes are made sustainably and ethically. Here is a detailed list of certifications to look for when purchasing from a company.
Detroit Phoenix Center provides critical resources, wrap around support, and a safe, nurturing environment to youth who are transitioning out of homelessness and poverty.
Last year we raised $500 for the organization, let's see if we can raise more this year!
In addition to supporting DPC, our limited edition "You Belong Here" totes will benefit Affirmations, LGBTQ+ community center in downtown Ferndale.
If you are interested in directly supporting either of these incredible organizations, visit their websites below:
]]>Good Tidings will take place at the Not Sorry Flagship Store, 22963 Woodward Ave Ferndale, MI 48220, on Saturday, December 11 from 2-8pm.
Designers EMLE & Shoot Dope Spot will be showcasing some new pieces as well as offering on-site customization of their designs. Bring your own clothes to get customized, or purchase clothing on-site to get stitched up or printed on.
Come get some incredible 1-of-1 pieces for holiday gifts and a little something for yourself! Shop small and support local art!
]]>Come treat yourself to a pair (or two!) of Madewell's incredible sustainably-made denim jeans and get them customized for free! We'll be offering monograms, custom text (up to 10 characters) and a couple of our exclusive designs. The event is free to attend.
]]>Here's how it works:
1. Bring one item for Indy to live paint with premium acrylic for leather goods or fabric paint for clothing
2. Pay a flat fee of $50 paid at the beginning of your appointment and you will walk away with a finished product
3. Brag to your friends (totally optional but you'll want to)
Please note: The smaller the item, the more coverage, but items of all sizes are welcome. Materials that CANNOT be painted include silk, velour, velvet, and wool (i.e. sweaters).
You don't want to miss this! Book your appointment here.
]]>Chanel Stitt wrote: "The sewing machines are constantly running at Not Sorry Goods in Ferndale, where you can purchase apparel and accessories customized just for you. Textile reconstruction, patchwork and stitching are a few services this store offers, in addition to hosting at least 12 other local brands and artists in the retail space. Store owners Dy-min Johnson, 30, of Detroit, and Jess Minnick, 31, of Ferndale, said inclusion-focused and unique stores like this should exist in the community."
Thank you Chanel & Mandi for visiting and sharing our story. Check out the rest of the article here.
]]>"Like its name suggests, Not Sorry Goods is all about looking, feeling and doing good — no apologies necessary. With a passion for sustainable fashion, co-founders Dy-Min Johnson and Jessica Minnick center their brand around upcycled and vintage items. They also avoid excess inventory with made-to-order pieces, use recycled-material packaging, and carry eco-friendly local brands."
Check out the rest of the article here.
]]>Live Clothing Customization in store on anything you bring in!
Jean jackets, shirts, pants...whatever! We customizing it.
From 7pm -10pm. Come See The Show & Shop wit us.
Custom Clothes , Art & Hella Fun.
]]>Check out Part I of our interview with multi-talented artist India Solomon and our co-founder Dy-Min Johnson below.
We commissioned India Solomon to create a mural in our new store and with her help we were able to create an inviting, fluid space.
Watch to learn more about her and the inspiration behind her art!
]]>Not Sorry Goods is pleased to announce our September Fundraiser for for local arts & theater organization, Michigan Stage.
Michigan Stage is a professional non-profit theatre and community arts organization. We provide training, opportunity and resources for aspiring creative minds under the guidance of professional teaching artists, guiding and nurturing minds to their highest creative potential. Our productions are presented in refreshing, non-traditional settings throughout the community, attracting new audiences, nurturing curiosity and creating opportunities for social, cultural, civic engagement. For more information please visit Michiganstage.org.
The organization's next play is called "Looking Back Through Stained Glass"
ALL of the profits from this t-shirt will benefit Michigan Stage and support their upcoming show, "Looking Back Through Stained Glass featuring Nancy NoGood" at the historic ANT hall in Hamtramck, Michigan.
This unisex t-shirt features drag queen Nancy NoGood's iconic eyelash logo and tagline, "She's Up to No Good," embroidered on the left chest area.
NANCY NOGOOD (she/her) is a drag artist, born out of a mind corrupted by downtown Manhattan. Nancy started her signature blend of drag and performance art as a way to spit in the face of conventionalism, and she hasn’t stopped since. She is based in Coney Island NY. Instagram: @shesuptonogood
]]>In addition to in-store grooves, we'll be doing some gear + record giveaways, live embroidery, and coupons for 1/2 off Brooks Brewing down the street!
Hope to see you there!
]]>Indabag Apparel designs are inspired by nature, negative space, surrealism and geometry.
Stop by on Saturday, September 18 from 3-7 pm for a meet-and-greet with the artist!
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Below are some visual aids that will help you figure out how to label your plants, a sample plant card (downloadable for use!) and what types of plants are cool to bring!
And here's the plant card you can use to label your plants! We'll have some printed in-store if you need to make some during the event! Right click to download!
We can't wait to see you!
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"Clothing and culture are changing. Fast fashion is finally being called out for the waste creating, capitalistic money grabber that it is and people across the board are being called out on their bullshit. Post pandemic, no one is willing to waste a second thinking about what anyone else says about who they are, who they choose to love, what sex they identify as, what size body they are occupying, or how they choose to dress it, and no brand captures this sentiment better than Metro Detroit's Not Sorry Goods."
Check out the rest of the article here.
]]>"With a retail presence in Ferndale’s Rust Belt Market and a production studio at the Ponyride Detroit maker space, Not Sorry Goods made the most out of their shared workspaces. Now the sustainable lifestyle retailer is ready to make another leap forward: Not Sorry Goods is prepping for the grand opening of their flagship store along Woodward Avenue in downtown Ferndale. A celebration is planned from 5 to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 30."
For any confusion, we will still have a booth Rust Belt Market! We are only a couple minutes away from Rust Belt and will still have product available to shop on the weekends. In our new store you can catch new upcycled products in stock and watch clothing being customized and worked on.
Check out the full feature here.
]]>Set to open its doors on July 30, the store will feature upcycled apparel & accessories, ethically-sourced goods & a live custom embroidery experience. Imagine walking into a shop with your favorite vintage denim jacket and being able to get it customized on the spot. That’s the retail experience Dy-Min Johnson & Jess Minnick, co-founders of Not Sorry Goods, imagined when they first walked into 22963 Woodward Ave in Downtown Ferndale to check out the space. “There is this little window from the retail floor that looks into the back work room and when we saw that, we instantly knew this was the kind of transparency we were looking for in our storefront,” says Johnson.
Combining its retail operation & production studio into one unforgettable customer experience, Not Sorry Goods is set to open its doors on July 30. Co-founders Jess Minnick & Dy-Min Johnson are hoping to highlight the need for transparency in the fashion industry as patrons can watch team members work on upcycling & reconstructing vintage garments - a term they lovingly refer to as “creating textile magic.”
In addition to pulling back the curtain on the fashion industry, the store will feature a live embroidery station where patrons can customize their personal items or add a bit of flair to a purchased garment. “The best part of the live embroidery experience is seeing what our customers come up with - it’s really about celebrating their creativity & personal style,” says Minnick.
In addition to eco-friendly apparel, upcycled vintage & accessories, the store will also carry local & national smaller brands that are small-batch, ethically-sourced, women-owned, queer-owned, black & brown owned. Think fun, lighthearted gifts with cheeky affirmations, 90s inspired accessories with bright pops of color, trinkets for the mystical & magical, and of course, products with an unapologetic message.
Prior to the store opening, the brand’s sole retail presence was inside the Rust Belt Market. After 3 years of building traffic and customers to their booth, they were ready to take the plunge and combine their production studio (formerly inside Ponyride Detroit) with a retail store. “Securing a storefront in downtown Ferndale is a dream come true,” says Johnson. “We’ve spent years cultivating relationships in the area with our pop up at Rust Belt and we’re ready to serve the community even further with our permanent location,” she adds.
The brand is well known for its community fundraisers and plans to expand its annual giving this year. “Giving back is integral to our brand DNA and we’re excited to get more involved and help in any way we can,” says Minnick. The brand just completed a Pride fundraiser in which they raised $900 for Affirmations, an LGBTQ+ community center in downtown Ferndale. The brand’s mantra, “Do Good Not Sorry,” underscores their mission - do good things and leave the world a better place. That’s what they intend to do in their new home for years to come.
]]>A Shop of Things is a brand based in Nashville, Tennessee and was established in 2015. Their brand values consist of social good, women owned. Everything is made in USA and is not on Amazon. Business owner Mia Calotta makes, packages, emails, and literally does everything else for ASOT from a little room in her home. You can find them on Instagram @shopofthings.
Sara M Lyons is a southern California-based artist and illustrator. She delights in turning her cute, colorful drawings into whimsical objects with practical application and magical intentions. Her references are as varied as her creations, she's inspired by everything from '90s nostalgia and kawaii culture to the SoCal skate scene, punk rock, the oracular arts, and everything in between. From acrylic hair clips and enamel charms to spirited stickers and scratch-off oracle cards, Sara's world is spirited, thoughtful, and totally one-of-a-kind! Her brand's Instagram is @saramlyons.
Wyatt Little is a brand based in Houston, Texas established in 2013. He started off by specializing in creating shoe pots from ceramics. Now he creates all sorts of objects to create holders for plants such as hats, and 90s brick phones. Drawing inspiration from personal sentiments, memories and nostalgia, he creates new objects that confound and delight. This is a eco-friendly, handmade, and social good business. This brand is a small batch, made in USA and can not be found on amazon. Here is his Instagram: @wyatt.little.
Worthwhile Paper is designed in Ypsilanti, Michigan and was established in 2014. Worthwhile Paper is a collection of lively screen printed paper goods for lovers of nature, magic and meaningful design. All of their designs are thoughtfully hand drawn and printed with love, recycled paper & earth-friendly materials in Ypsilanti, Michigan. In every design you will find a a unique blend of nature & minimalism, combining the likes of simple shapes, bold patterns, symbolism, nature, and love. Worthwhile Paper plants one tree for each order in partnership with a non-profit, they use water-screen printing ink and are eco-friendly. Their Instagram handle is @worthwhilepaper.
Yellow Owl Workshop is designed in San Francisco, California and was established in 2006. Yellow Owl Workshop is a collection of artful, unique goods for creative expression designed by artist & author Christine Schmidt. Notable for its sophisticated yet playful aesthetic, the range of products includes greeting cards, a line of exquisite enamel gold pendants, earrings, lapel pins and rings, socks and craft kits. Though the products are diverse, consistent themes of innovative function, original graphics and bold colors emerge. Each item is expertly crafted with attention to detail, ecological awareness and premium materials. Instagram @yellowowlworkshop
Que Factory is designed in San Francisco, California and was established in 2016. In early 2016, the co-founders discovered the unsettling reality of disposable plastic bottles. With the mission to reduce plastic waste by creating a practical and stylish alternative that can be taken anywhere you go, they launched their first product - Que collapsible water bottle. Their goal is to make leading the line in a way that’s convenient, simple and natural. Their Instagram is @quebottle
International Non-Binary Day began officially in 2012; the date was picked because it falls right between International Women’s Day and International Men’s Day. Everyone and anyone should have a day to celebrate how they represent themselves. It is important to ask one's pronouns and respect their gender identity. If you are unsure, be polite and ask. It is better to know beforehand than to assume. Here is a link that provides all the gender pronouns.
Everyday non-binary folks show us that knowing one’s self and identity is a powerful thing that no one can strip away from you. Worldwide, there remains much progress to be made legally for non-binary and other gender non-conforming people. There is a lot of work to be done in our society and community as well, such as respecting one another and standing up for each other, but amid that work we must take time to celebrate as well. Do your part and make sure everyone feels welcome, you never know what anyone is going through.
Sources:
https://www.hrc.org/news/celebrating-the-diversity-of-the-non-binary-community-for-international-non
https://outrightinternational.org/content/between-international-womens-and-mens-days-non-binary-day
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Cancer season last from June 21 to July 22. Cancers are known for being an overly sensitive sign but they have some really positive traits as well. They are nurturing and motherlike, highly intuitive, compassionate, loyal and protective over the ones they care for the most. Some negative traits that people have on Cancers are that they can be overly sensitive, dramatic and moody.
One of our co-founders is a cancer, so to celebrate we are doing a GIVEAWAY!!!!
For this zodiac season we are giving away a "cancer not sorry" dad hat!
How to enter:
You must be following our Instagram page @notsorrygoods.
Leave a comment on the giveaway post tagging your favorite cancer ( includes moon, sun and rising) and share the post to your story.
You have one week starting from June 30th to July 8th to enter.
PLEASE have your page public so we can DM you if you are the winner.
United States ONLY.
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We are so excited to be teamed up with them & Gathering Coffee Co to donate profits from our Pride goods! Profits will go towards supporting this amazing community center and the great work they do.
Here's a bit of what they do:
Offer resources for the youth like development and leadership programs- where they help mold the youth into becoming young adults with skills such as resume writing , mental health, racism, and much more.
Affirmations Angels is a senior program that help with the needed care of individuals that were affected by the HIV.AIDS crisis in the late 90's. In partnership with SAGE, Affirmations Angels provides non-medical assistance such as transportation, grocery shopping, light meal prep and other daily needs to the often marginalized members of the community. With COVID taking place they have zoom meetings frequently to check in, stay connected and complete grocery deliveries.
Affirmations also provides support and discussion groups. These are free and intended for anyone who needs support, connection and community. Some of the different groups they have are coming out discussions, disability, gentle yoga, LGBTQ+ parents, mens discussion, LGBTQ+ people of color, and transgender and nonbinary discussions. These are all held virtually at the moment and can be found on their website.
Other services they have include inclusion training, advocacy and health & wellness. If you are looking to volunteer, support, give or donate to this amazing center that wants to help individuals thrive in life you can do so right on their website under the get involved and support tabs.
]]>The textile industry is their main focus and the clear line they push out is how well we treat and should not treat the environment and the planet we use everyday. Not Sorry Goods is all about upcycling, using eco-friendly materials and curating locally sourced brands. We stand with Clearline and we're grateful to advocate for the environment with them. Special thanks to Sarah Sparkman for giving us this opportunity!
Thank you to @detroitknits for sharing this image!
Thank you to @clearlinezine for interviewing us and adding us in!
]]>Hailey Wolf says, "Black creatives in Detroit deserve recognition, equity, exposure, funding, celebration, creative freedom, and payment for the many cultural contributions they add to the city and the world. Our entire community can benefit by propelling local Black creatives toward realizing economic and creative freedoms through their professional arts and community work."
Check out the rest of the article & amazing list of Black creatives doing their thing here.
Special thanks to Hailey Wolf for including us! Love you girl!
]]>"What is Juneteenth?"
Juneteenth is a national holiday celebrating the abolishment of slavery. It originated in Galveston, Texas in 1865 on June 19th. Federal troops arrived and declared that all slaves be freed. This happened nearly three years later after the Emancipation Proclamation had been signed. Throughout this process the export of slaves from Africa to the United States ended.
]]>Juneteenth is a national holiday celebrating the abolishment of slavery. It originated in Galveston, Texas in 1865 on June 19th. Hence the name Juneteenth. Federal troops arrived and declared that all slaves be freed. This happened nearly three years later after the Emancipation Proclamation had been signed. Throughout this process the export of slaves from Africa to the United States ended. Texas was the first state to make this a national holiday, soon after nearly all 50 states started to recognize Juneteenth as an official holiday. On this day educational events, family gatherings, festivals, etc. takes place in many black communities and households.
"Why is this day so important?"
In the United States slavery lasted for 400 years. Hundreds of thousands of enslaved men, women and children had found out that they were free on June 19th, 1865. Although there were millions of slaves beforehand that had escaped, been killed or died from the extremely tough circumstances they went through.
"How can I get involved?"
Educating yourself, standing with the black community, being a listening ear and having uncomfortable conversations. Be sure to support + amplify black businesses, black artists, and black voices near and far. Get involved in your community and ask how you can be part of the solution.
Here are some local events to check out this Saturday that you can join in on:
Block party with lots of popups, food trucks, DJs and more.. 1430 Woodward Ave., Detroit, MI, 48226 @detroitisthenewblack on IG
Rivertown Artist Market from 12pm-6pm 6440 Wight St. Detroit, MI @bigpinklovesyou on IG
Outer Limits Lounge Party 5507 Caniff, Hamtramck, MI @theouterlimitislounge on IG
Tangent Gallery Party & Market 715 E Milwaukee Ave., Detroit, MI @tangentgallery on IG
Information found here.
]]>Not Sorry Goods is once again collaborating with Gathering Coffee Company to raise awareness and give back to our beloved Detroit community. Through the entire month of June, all of the profits from merchandise sold at Gathering Coffee will benefit Affirmations, a Ferndale based organization that supports our local LGBTQ+ community.
Friday, June 25th from 10am - 2pm, Not Sorry Goods will be hosting a pop-up at Gathering Coffee where we will have an exclusive selection of upcycled accessories & vintage for sale in addition to our pride fundraiser merchandise.
Affirmations works toward supporting the LGBTQ+ youth and young adult community. Through the generous support of individuals, businesses and foundations for more than 31 years, Affirmations has grown to be a valued, critical resource to the LGBTQ+ community and the community at large. It serves as a true focal point for needed support services, social gatherings, public meetings, and LGBTQ+ advocacy activities.
]]>]]>"If trendy Pride wear is what you're looking for but you're also environmentally conscious, then check out Not Sorry Goods [notsorrygoods.com]. Based in Detroit, this is a Black- and Latinx-owned business with a focus on sustainability. It offers a variety of Pride products made out of recycled materials, a cute black denim jacket with rainbow cursive writing on the back advocating for recycling, and perhaps best of all, a long-sleeved black crop top with the words "Queer Not Sorry" embroidered above the heart. The items at Not Sorry Goods are a bit more spendy than those at other online and local stores, but they're worth it for the good quality and recycled materials."
Thanks Lindsey Anderson for including us!
Check out our Pride Collection here.
Bisexual Pride Flag
This flag is seen as an attraction to both men and women. The pink represents attraction to those of the same gender, the blue represents attraction to those who identify as a different gender and the purple in the middle represents attraction to two genders.
Transgender Flag
This flag was created by a trans named Monica Helms. Light blue and pink were the traditional colors of baby boys and girls. The white represents those who are intersex, transitioning, or see themselves as having a neutral or undefined gender.
Aromantic Flag
This flag represents those who do not experience traditional romance. The color green represents aromanticism, and it appears in two shades, the white shows platonic, gray represents aromantic and demiromantic people, and black is the sexuality spectrum.
Asexual Flag
This flag represents those who lack sexual representation of all genders. Black represents asexuality, gray is for asexuality and demisexuality, white represents non-asexual partners and allies and lastly the purple is for community.
Genderfluid Flag
Individuals who are genderfluid don't identify with one gender, but rather their gender identity shifts between male, female, or however they choose to identify. Pink represents femininity, white represents all genders, purple represents both masculinity and feminity, black represents a lack of gender and blue represents masculinity.
Genderqueer Flag
Genderqueer individuals are those who don't stick to society's idea of how they should act or express themselves based on their assigned gender at birth. For the colors lavender represents androgyny, white represents agender identities and the green represents non-binary people.
Intersex Flag
Intersex is a term for those whose bodies do not align with the gender binary of male and female. The circle on this flag is about being unbroken, about being whole and complete
Lesbian Flag
This flag is for homosexual women. The darkest orange is for gender non-conformity, middle orange is for independence, lightest orange represents community, white represents the unique relationships in womanhood, lightest pink represents serenity and peace, middle pink is for Love, and the darkest pink is for femininity.
Nonbinary Flag
Similar to being genderqueer or genderfluid, non-binary people's gender identity fluctuates. Those who are nonbinary didn't feel as the genderqueer flag represents them. Yellow represents genders outside of the gender binary, white represents people who identify with many or all genders, purple represents those who are a combination of male and female, and black represents people who are agender.
Pansexual Flag
Pansexual is a term that means attraction to all genders. The pink in this flag represents attraction to women, yellow is for attraction to all other genders, and blue attraction to men.
The importance of these flags are for individuals of the LGBTQ+ community to be seen and heard. Here at Not Sorry Goods we are happy to offer customize your pride with embroidery heart add with a flag that represents you. These items can be found on the website under the pride tab.
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