The Blog

Is your clothing making you sick?
Is your clothing making you sick?
What Is Clean Clothing You may have started hearing the terms clean clothing or non-tox clothing more often. Similar to how people talk about clean beauty or clean eating, clean clothing... Read more...
Fabric waste is a design flaw!
Fabric waste is a design flaw!
At Miakoda, every detail of our design and production process is rooted in mindfulness—but it wasn’t always perfect. A few years ago, we realized we had a design flaw. Not... Read more...
Let us know how you score!
Let us know how you score!
We get it—shopping can feel like a thrill. New trends, low prices, and that dopamine hit when you click "add to cart." But if you’ve been feeling a little... off about... Read more...
What we care about!
What we care about!
At Miakoda, we believe in slowing fashion down—and that’s exactly the point. Every piece is thoughtfully designed and crafted in NYC using eco-friendly, plant-based fabrics (with just a bit of... Read more...
By Julia, Founder + Designer of Miakoda
By Julia, Founder + Designer of Miakoda
From the time I was little, I was always making something—crafting was my favorite way to spend time. Whether I was knitting, crocheting, or beading bracelets, I loved creating things... Read more...
Someone is paying the price for fast fashion!
Someone is paying the price for fast fashion!
When we see a shirt for $5 or a dress for $12, it’s easy to feel like we’ve scored a deal. But the truth is, fast fashion isn’t actually cheap—someone... Read more...
Here's the process!
Here's the process!
Designing an ethically-made garment in New York City is a labor of love—and a process of creativity, precision, and a deep respect for people and the planet. At our studio,... Read more...
Style should feel good!
Style should feel good!
When you hear “comfy clothes,” your mind might instantly go to those flannel pajama pants you’ve had since forever or that faded and worn out sweatshirt. And while there’s nothing... Read more...
And why it's better than fast fashion!
And why it's better than fast fashion!
In today’s fast-paced fashion world, two terms are becoming increasingly essential: ethical and sustainable. But what do they really mean? Sustainable fashion focuses on minimizing harm to the planet—using eco-friendly materials,... Read more...
We are happy you're here!
We are happy you're here!
Miakoda was born from a simple idea: what we wear should feel good in every way—physically and mentally. Founded by sisters Julia Ahrens and Laura James, Miakoda began when we couldn’t... Read more...