Color of Heat
Our unisex line of original handmade shorts and tops is designed for breathable comfort, easy care, and general awesomeness.
We'd be pleased if you show some love and like us on Instagram & Facebook!!
@colorofheat
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This is where we post frequent updates about new listings, upcoming shows and events, giveaways, and sales!
OUR STORY:
Color of Heat is designed by Kat Whatley, a 2017 graduate of the Fashion Institute of Technology, (FIT) in NYC. Kat is passionate about art and design, drawing her inspiration from a decade of living and studying in the Near and Far East.
Color of Heat was a happy accident; born in 2013 when our family traveled to Northern Thailand, the same day Kat was first notified of her acceptance to FIT.
What started as an adventure, Kat and her two parents—eager to learn more about Thai textiles and the clothing manufacturing industry in Thailand, turned into the beginning of many years of work with talented Thai artisans and seamstresses.
5 years down the road, and we have finally found Thai Village, the perfect non-profit to start our partnership on our path towards improving sustainability practices within the garment industry, and the quality of life for those less fortunate. Alongside Thai Village, we are hoping to break the chain of fast-fashion by introducing a quality product made by hand, by Northern Thai women, each with their own individual story. To read more about these awesome women and Thai Village’s mission, please visit ThaiVillage.org.
Color of Heat is a family business now run from our studio home in Athens, GA. Still just the three of us, sustainable operations and living remain a part of our ethos: our home/studio/office was was designed & built by our area's premier green/high efficiency builder; local transportation is performed with a fully electric vehicle; and our home is surrounded by an edible permaculture landscape designed to produce food with efficient use of both the land and water. Our own muscle power, not petroleum, provides the labor in the garden.
We incorporate these concepts into our daily lives, as well as the operation of Color of Heat. And of course, we only use green, biodegradable bags at our booth.
We hope you’ll help us by spreading awareness!
