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April 2, 2024 45 mins

Welcome to the latest episode of the Where Does It Come From? podcast! In this episode, your host Jo Salter, founder of the ethical textiles brand Where Does It Come From?, sits down with Emma Mathews, the pioneering mind behind Socko, the UK's first 100% recycled sock brand.

Join Jo and Emma as they embark on a fascinating journey into the world of sustainable  entrepreneurship and textiles. Learn about Emma's innovative approach to creating socks from recycled materials, and the challenges and triumphs she encountered along the way.

Discover the inspiration behind Socko's mission to reduce waste and promote environmental sustainability in the fashion industry - not only through socks but also through running repair workshops and supplying darning materials with each pair of socks. Gain valuable insights into the process of building a brand that prioritizes ethics and sustainability without compromising on style or quality.

Don't miss this engaging conversation that explores the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. 

Links:

Where Does It Come From? - https://www.wheredoesitcomefrom.co.uk

Socko - https://www.socko.shop

 

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