About Fashion Index

Empowering Fashion Professionals Through Connection and Innovation

Fashion Index is a comprehensive, fashion sourcing platform designed to connect fashion brands, manufacturers, suppliers, and service providers. Our platform connects fashion brands to the resources they need to design, source, and manufacture your collection efficiently—empowering businesses to bring their vision to life with sustainability at the core.

Our Mission

At Fashion Index, we are committed to transforming the fashion industry by:​

Facilitating Localized Production

Through our "Make It Local - Local To You" initiative, we help brands streamline processes, reduce lead times, cut emissions, and strengthen local economies.

Promoting Sustainability

We prioritize responsible production, ethical sourcing, and eco-conscious materials —empowering businesses to make choices that drive success while protecting the planet.

Advocating Circularity

We champion a circular fashion economy by encouraging design practices that consider a garment's entire lifecycle from the outset. This includes selecting methods and materials that facilitate product longevity, recyclability, and waste reduction—maximizing efficiencies and environmental responsibility.

Championing Inclusivity

Fashion Index is a space where brands of all sizes, backgrounds, and perspectives can thrive. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable industry where opportunities are accessible to everyone.

For Brands: Explore and Connect

Looking for fashion industry resources?

Fashion Index offers a robust search functionality to find businesses that align with your specific needs. Whether you're looking for a local manufacturer, a sustainable fabric supplier, or a seasoned consultant, our platform provides the tools to discover and connect with the right partners.

For Suppliers: Why List on Fashion Index?

Fashion Index offers a free, user-friendly platform where businesses can:

Enhance Visibility

Showcase your services to a global network of fashion professionals actively seeking partnerships.

Connect Directly

Engage with potential clients and collaborators without intermediaries, fostering transparent and efficient communication.

Access Valuable Resources

Utilize our educational materials and industry insights to navigate the complexities of fashion production and sourcing.

👉 List your business today

Join the Fashion Index Community

Be a part of our global network that’s transforming the fashion industry — driving sustainability, inclusivity, and local connections, all while embracing the power of circularity.

Ready to take the next step?
List your business or explore our directory today to take the next step in your fashion journey.

Meet The Founders

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Tirsa Parrish

Co-founder/Managing Partner

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Marge Pietrera

Co-founder/Managing Partner

Fashion Index Tenets

Values: "We are only successful when you are successful."

Mission: At Fashion Index, our mission is to create a resonating success that extends beyond ourselves, encompassing every individual we touch. We believe in the immense power of collaboration and community, where our achievements are not just our own but are amplified by the success stories of those we serve.

We strongly advocate for the benefits of localized production. Making products locally offers not only time savings and the ability to produce exactly what you need when you need it, but it also significantly reduces emissions and unlocks economic opportunities that reverberate through the community.

Our commitment to 'Make it Local - Local to You' is aimed at ensuring that products are more than just possessions; they are connections to your roots and immediate environment.

Sustainability is at the core of our practices. We wholeheartedly embrace sustainable processes and materials, understanding that it is our responsibility to protect and preserve our planet for future generations.

Above all, we stand as a beacon of inclusivity. We cherish and celebrate diversity in all its forms - whether it be in color, ethnicity, size, ability, or perspective. Our vision is to forge a path where success is a collective journey, leaving no one behind. Together, let's make a lasting impact on the fashion industry and the world, where every success story contributes to a better, more inclusive future.

Interested in Joining the Team?

Internships Available

Offered every Spring, Summer and Fall semesters

MARKETING AND CLIENT RELATIONS

Fashion Marketing and Client Relations

MARKETING AND PUBLIC RELATIONS

Fashion Marketing and Public Relations

SOCIAL MEDIA

Fashion Social Media Specialist

Fashion Social Media Marketing

Fashion TikTok Specialist

Fashion Social Media Outreach

Fashion Video Editor

WRITER

Fashion Blog Content Creator

PLATFORM DEVELOPER

Full Stack Developer