In an exclusive interview, Lisa Williams talks about her first year on the job at the iconic brand and how the fashion industry can clean up its act. A year ago, a small but significant shift happened in the world of sustainable fashion. Eileen Fisher-the visionary designer who helped pioneer ethical clothing-decided to pass the reins of her company to a new CEO. Fisher, who founded her eponymous label in 1984, had managed both the creative and business aspects of her brand for nearly four decades. But at the age of 72, she was ready to entrust the day-to-day operations of her company to someone else; she wanted to focus on design, her first love.Read Full Story
Eileen Fisher is a New York-based clothing company that designs, manufactures and markets products such as pants, coats, shoes and accessories for women.