Sustainable Fashion guided by the hands by those who came before us.
Storytelling through multidimensional upcycled pieces
Storytelling through multidimensional upcycled pieces
Sustainable Fashion in 2026?
The United States throws away 17 million pounds of textile waste every year on average.
Kaat’sáy strives to bring attention to this global issue utilizing circular system textiles through an Indigenous lens.
Kaat’sáy’s current initiative Blue Jeans - Living Nations tells a story many Indigenous people know. In modern history, clothing has been a privilege. Hand-me-downs have been common amongst reservation life and there is often little room for self expression due to the likelihood of someone else receiving a clothing item next. Blue Jeans - Living Nations honors those clothing items passed from generation to generation and the inspiration those old items have given artists.
The Cultural Golden Thread
A theme consistent amongst Kaat’sáy’s looks is the elements of Indigenous culture, specifically from the 19 Pueblos of New Mexico in which she originates from. From scraps of regalia, to the land, people, and historically inspired designs that can be found across many pieces.
Transparency is important, and Kaat’sáy wants to be clear that while a majority of every piece comes from pre-owned clothing and fabrics, all cultural fabrics seen in the pieces are purchased and utilized with intention.
Blue Jeans
Living Nations
Rooted in community building and introducing different artists to the Indigenous fashion space, Blue Jeans Living Nations is a collaborative initiative across Turtle Island and beyond.