IMPACT // QUARTERLY IMPACT UPDATE
April 2018 - June 2018 As we move into the second half of 2018, we are excited to share the impact that your Parker Clay purchases are having in Ethiopia....
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Celebrating Women Worldwide
At Parker Clay, we believe it’s never too late to pursue new opportunities and find meaningful work. Worke Bekana and Birukan Stegn are proof that with determination and the right...
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Stories from our Ethiopian Workshop
At Parker Clay, we believe that when women are empowered, they transform not only their own lives but entire communities. Betelhem Tadesse and Emebet Enete are shining examples of resilience...
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Celebrating Female Artisans
This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and empowerment of women who overcome adversity to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Women like Feterele Kasahun and...
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Parker Clay Accepts State Department Award
Parker Clay Wins U.S. State Department’s Award for Corporate Excellence in Women’s Economic Security At Parker Clay, we have always believed that business can be a force for good, and...
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A Decade of Impact
Today, we stand proud of what Parker Clay represents—an embodiment of timeless high-quality craftsmanship, sustainability, and social responsibility.
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Rita Chan of Rita Chan Interiors Talks Family, Design and Business
On Simplicity and Beauty For our second installment of Parker Clay Q&A, we chatted with Rita Donahoe of Rita Chan Interiors. We’re so inspired by her minimalist approach to interiors...
LIFESTLYE // MOTHERS WE LOVE
This Mother's Day, we're celebrating moms around the world.
IMPACT // FASHION REVOLUTION WEEK
Welcome to Fashion Revolution Week! MORE THAN A TREND Free trade, fair trade, ethical fashion, sustainable shopping. They are more than buzz words. They are the language of a movement....
IMPACT // HAPPY EARTH DAY
Happy Earth Day! At Parker Clay, we are committed to remaining conscious of the impact that our production has on the planet, both in Ethiopia and at our HQ in...
FAVORITES // MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE
Mother's Day is just around the corner! We've picked out a few of our favorites that she's sure to love, all ethically made in Ethiopia. TIMELESS + CLASSIC For the mom who appreciates a...
The Emma Bucket Bag - Designed in Collaboration with Whoopi Goldberg
Designed in collaboration with Whoopi Goldberg A Legacy Piece Whoopi Goldberg is a lady who has kept us entertained for years, and we are honored to release our final celebrity...
IMPACT // Quarterly Impact Update
January 2018 - March 2018 The beginning of a 2018 has brought new reminders of the incredible potential that lies ahead for our work in Ethiopia and beyond. We are excited to...
INTRODUCING // The Mimi Shoulder Bag
Designed in collaboration with Mandy Moore A PERFECT MATCH When our close friend Mary-Louise Parker introduced us to Mandy Moore to collaborate on a bag design, we were beyond thrilled. We’re...
INTRODUCING // The Caroline Tote
Designed in collaboration with actress and activist, Mary-Louise Parker An Inspired Friendship “Mary-Louise first heard about Parker Clay when she was introduced by a friend,” says Parker Clay Co-Founder Ian...
Q&A // Robin Long of The Balanced Life
On Balancing Motherhood, Business, and Wellness We're excited to share with you our first ever Parker Clay Q&A! Our goal is to highlight individuals who are exemplifying our company values and...
Parker Clay Favorites, Say What? They Said It First
The Parker Clay love is real. But don't take our word for it, hear it from our customers who said it first. Where are you toting your bag? Weekly Whole Foods excursions, semi-awkward...
IMPACT // Quarterly Impact Update
October 2017 - December 2017 As we embark on a new year, we are excited to pause and share our second Quarterly Impact Update with you all. 2017 was an incredible year of growth for...
IMPACT // Quarterly Impact Update
July 2017 - September 2017 Welcome to our first ever Quarterly Impact Update. Our impact in Ethiopia is an integral part of everything that we do - from the products that...
CULTURE // Happy International Coffee Day
by Sam Rotondo There is nothing quite like a good cup of coffee. It is a companion to all -- the studious scholar, the on-the-go businessman, the creative dreamer, the...
CULTURE // Melkem Addis Amet!
Most people don’t know that Ethiopia still follows the Orthodox Julian Calendar, currently seven years and eight months behind the commonly used Gregorian Calendar. The first day of the New Year...