葫芦影业

葫芦影业 alumni Emily McKay made a lot of connections while studying at 葫芦影业鈥檚 School of Business

By College Relations | September 20, 2022
   

Emily McKay
Emily McKay, from McKay鈥檚 Most Wanted Luxury Resale

Those connections led her to where she is today, as a social entrepreneur with a fashion business aimed at sustainability in an industry that produces greenhouse gases at twice the rate of the airline industry.

鈥淚 went to 葫芦影业 because I was interested in the marketing world and possibly one day owning my own business,鈥 says McKay. 鈥淟ooking back, I made so many amazing connections at 葫芦影业 that led me in the direction of all of my most critical work experiences and special life experiences. It led me to my study abroad program, which led me to the job opportunities I鈥檝e had.鈥

At McKay鈥檚 Most Wanted Luxury Resale, re-use and recycle aren鈥檛 just buzzwords, they are a way of life. They offer 鈥減re-loved鈥 luxury items, extending the use of clothing and limiting its impact on the environment.

鈥淥ur focus is to do what is best for people and our planet in every decision we make,鈥 says McKay. 鈥淲e are here to celebrate our collective love of fashion by fostering a community committed to learning, shifting our shopping habits, and exploring style in the incredible world of pre-loved.鈥

Most Wanted is a small, women led consignment boutique and sustainable fashion is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to McKay鈥檚 efforts. Her shop utilizes recycled paper for business cards, avoids printing at all costs and at its core, aims to keep clothing in people鈥檚 wardrobes and out of landfills and waterways.

Funds raised through sales are donated to Remake, an international non-profit that is fighting to make the fashion industry a force for good. On Sept. 24, Most Wanted is hosting Fashion Stories: Exploring Sustainability in Fashion, an art exhibition in support of Remake.

鈥淭he purpose is to spark vital conversations about fashion鈥檚 impact on both people and our planet,鈥 says McKay.

Fashion Stories: Exploring Sustainability in Fashion takes place Sept. 24 at 7 p.m. at Most Wanted Luxury Resale located at 540 West Ave. in Kelowna.

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