MIXED UP CLOTHING

Thanks to Amira Rasool and The Folklore for this feature. "As the founder and creative director of the children’s apparel?brand?MIXED UP CLOTHING,?Sonia Smith-Kang is on a mission to celebrate diversity and bring cultural representation into everyday fashion. Born in Puerto Rico to an African-American father and Mexican mother,?Smith-Kang?grew up immersed in a multicultural life that was further enriched by her parents’ military background, which allowed her to live and connect with communities across the globe." Read the full story and interview here: https://lnkd.in/gjNEUqyi

We're excited to announce our participation in The Folklore Group Pop Up in Los Angeles! Join us from October 17 to October 30, 12-6pm at 642 N Western Ave, Los Angeles, CA, for an extraordinary shopping experience featuring sustainable, diverse, and innovative global brands. Discover unique pieces from MIXED UP CLOTHING and other amazing creators, enjoy exclusive in-person discounts, and meet the designers behind your favorite brands. This is your chance to shop with purpose and be part of a community shaping the future of conscious retail. Don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity to explore and shop a curated selection of global fashion. For more details and to RSVP, visit?shop.thefolklore.com. We can't wait to see you there! #TheFolklorePopUp #ShopWithPurpose

?? Grateful and honored! Last Thursday, I was recognized as the "Community Impact Advocate of the Year" at the 2024 Women's Leadership Symposium and Awards hosted by the Los Angeles Business Journal: Inside The Valley at Warner Center Marriott Woodland Hills. This award celebrates the power of community, advocacy, and leadership. I’m inspired to continue amplifying diverse voices and making a positive impact. Thank you to everyone who supports this journey. Onward and upward! ??? https://lnkd.in/g7paTsc7 #WomensLeadership #CommunityAdvocate #DiversityInBusiness #afrolatina #hhm #hispanicheritagemonth

(I was cohort 4 so AMA) Cohort 7 applications for Goldman Sachs One Million Black Women (OMBW) Black in Business are open! Please apply before the September 16 deadline. https://lnkd.in/gUTCphht

Thanks to HipLatina.com for the feature and Sofía Aguilar for “getting me.” I love sharing and celebrating cultura through fashion. And yet, it’s undeniable that wearing cultural clothing is an extension of who we are and where we come from and that’s important. https://lnkd.in/g_nbR6rX #hiplatina #afrolatina #latinafounder #mixedupclothing #target #macys #press #blackfounder

‘Excited to show up for her’: mixed-race voters finally feel seen with Harris’s nomination” Thank you Victoria Namkung of The Guardian US for having me. The power of representation and the ability to share my story were just 2 of the themes I touched on in the article. Please take a look and let me know what you thought. Shoutout to Dr.Jennifer Noble, PhD Great information! https://lnkd.in/gsHpfw_5 #mixedrace #multiracial #afrolatina #kamalaharris #theguardianus

L.A. Kid Model Casting Call! We're looking for the next faces of Mixed Up Clothing! Is your little one between 4-10 years old and full of personality? We have a couple of spots left in our upcoming casting! Honored to show off our latest fall looks and support ARTES, LIBROS Y CULTURA! by LATINAFest? Thanks to Bel Hernandez and Naibe Reynoso for your continued support to the community. This is a chance for your child to shine in our latest collection and celebrate the love of reading at the same time. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity! ? Limited spots available—submit now! [email protected] ? #CastingCall #ModelSearch #KidsFashion #MixedUpClothing #DiversityInFashion #afrolatina #latina

Forbes "Sonia Smith Kang, the visionary behind?MIXED UP CLOTHING, hails from a diverse background with an African-American father and Mexican-American mother and?shares insights into her journey of multiracial identity..." "The Future Of The Multi-Cultural, Biracial, And Multiracial Landscape" by Earl Carr (康国良） "In an era defined by?unprecedented migration trends?coupled with globalization and interconnectedness, the fabric of society is increasingly woven with threads of diversity." https://lnkd.in/gabsp22A #blackfounder #afrolatina #multiracial #mixedupclothing #forbes #diversity #multicultural #latinafounder