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SUMMARY:The Sustainable Closet — Curated by HAYVN in Darien
DESCRIPTION:TOPIC: The Sustainable Closet — Curated by HAYVN in Darien\nCurated by HAYVN | Led by Melora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Meloraand Featuring Valerie Jana Smith\, Founder of Locals Closet \nAbout Event\nThe Sustainable Closet is an interactive\, conversation-driven experience designed to help guests rethink how they shop\, wear\, and care for their clothes. Rather than encouraging more consumption\, this event centers on editing with intention—showing how a well-curated wardrobe can support both personal style and sustainability. \nLed by sustainable stylist Melora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Melora and featuring Valerie Jana Smith of Locals Closet\, the discussion blends practical wardrobe strategy with a broader lens on circular fashion\, local designers\, and mindful consumption. \nWhat Guests Will Experience\nAn approachable\, insightful exploration of how to build a closet that reflects both who you are and what you value. \nLocals Closet will present a curated selection of pieces from Hudson Valley\, New York–based designers and pieces sourced from Local Clothing Swaps. \nKey themes include:\n\nBuying less—but buying better\nUnderstanding cost-per-wear and longevity\nEditing what you already own before acquiring more\nIdentifying versatile “workhorse” pieces\nLetting go responsibly through resale or donation\nShop from local designers and artisans\nDiscover new local brands by visiting your local farmers and artisan markets\n\nCost:\n\nGeneral Admission: $15\nHAYVN Members: Free with code on members portal. For help accessing members portal please email questions@hayvn.com\n\n\n\n\n\nABOUT OUR SPEAKERS:\nMelora Johnson of Sustainably Styled by Meloraand Valerie Jana Smith\, Founder of Locals Closet \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nValerie Jana Smith is the founder of Locals Closet\, a circular fashion marketplace and creative studio rooted in storytelling\, sustainability\, and community. She invites people to shop locally\, wear artisanal clothes\, and always ask how things are made. Through curated events\, installations\, and brand partnerships\, Locals Closet brings value-led designers\, rare vintage\, and one-of-one pieces into new markets—circulating clothing\, building meaningful local connections\, and supporting independent makers stepping into higher-level retail through content\, storytelling\, and experiential activations. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Contact questions@hayvn.com \nCAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT? Get on our email list for future event notifications. \nCURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN? Book a tour \nWANT TO SEE MORE? View our full calendar of events \nLEARN MORE about HAYVN’s Sustainability and Social Impact group. \n\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CAN’T MAKE THIS EVENT?   \nGet on our email list for future event notifications\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				CURIOUS ABOUT HAYVN?  \nBook a tour \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				WANT TO SEE MORE?   \nView our full event calendar
URL:https://hayvn.com/event/hayvn-sustainability-2026-04-23/
LOCATION:HAYVN Darien\, 320 Post Road\, Darien\, CT\, 06820\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Personal and Professional Development,Social,Sustainabilty
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