Fast Fashion with Kiarra Anna

SLAP the Power

In this episode of SLAP the Power, hosts Rick Barrio Dill and Maiya Sykes bring on super special guest Kiara Ana (@thekiaraana) to discuss the negative impact of fast fashion on the environment and economy. They explore the issue of overconsumption and the poor disposal of clothing which is leading to massive environmental concerns and financial strain globally. They also share mad tips on how to be more mindful when purchasing clothing, including buying second-hand and how as artists we can stop being hypocrites and also create our merchandise from a sustainable place. Oh, and Maiya shares secrete advice she received from Taraji P. Henson on how to get max swagged out with the best fashion at crazy affordable prices.
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ABOUT OUR GUEST:
Kiara Ana (@TheKiaraAna) is a violist and violinist based in Los Angeles who has toured with Ariana Grande, Panic! At the Disco, Adele and Yoshiki of X Japan. Additionally, she has performed and worked with a wide range of artists including Halsey, Josh Groban, Eminem, Smokey Robinson, Imagine Dragons and John Oates. Recently, Kiara was featured as the violin, viola, electric violin soloist (as well as some vocal solos!) at the Hollywood Bowl for Game of Thrones Live with Ramin Djawadi. Kiara is a proud founding and current member of the all female string quartet, Orchid Quartet (@orchidquartet), who has spent the last 7 years performing chamber music from Los Angeles to China, as well as recording for many artists, film and TV soundtracks. Whether in intimate venues or world-class arenas, Kiara loves making music as long as she's sharing the stage with inspiring musicians and friends. Kiara holds her Bachelors of Viola Performance from Boston University's School of Music.

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@TheKiaraAna

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Κεφάλαια

1. Fast Fashion with Kiarra Anna (00:00:00)

2. Sustainable merchandise is possible. (00:04:27)

3. Clothing swaps promote sustainability. (00:05:30)

4. Support sustainable fashion choices. (00:10:21)

5. Thrifting and consignment stores. (00:16:24)

6. Value and respect in work. (00:25:13)

7. Believe in energy and angels. (00:27:47)

8. Takeaway: Sustainable fashion is possible. (00:35:52)

9. Quiet luxury: quality over quantity. (00:35:55)