Fabric of the community: Pandemic puts the squeeze on fashion industry, but local shops remain part of the fabric of the community
Laura Tanzer working on new shoe designs. Local fashion boutiques and designers continue to face challenges due to the pandemic, but some have recently seen shoppers looking for new clothes alongside a push for more sustainability in the industry. Last March, businesses—especially non-essential businesses like boutiques and thrift shops—were forced to close. The pandemic had a rippling effect across the industry as manufacturers also closed and barriers arose to traveling to places to find source materials and designs. Not only small boutiques but large powerhouse b...