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Our work and products have been featured in the most various digital press outlets and magazines worldwide.
Discover the remarkable journey of Ruth Álvarez-Degolia and Mercado Global, a fashion brand empowering indigenous women artisans. Learn about their sustainable practices and social impact, showing how fashion can drive positive change. Read more to explore the intersection of style and purpose.
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Presenting a video article showcasing our collaboration with the luxury brand Stuart Weitzman. Featuring our handwoven fabrics on the renowned footwear brand.
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March 27, 2024
Discover the remarkable journey of Ruth Álvarez-Degolia and Mercado Global, a fashion brand empowering indigenous women artisans. Learn about their sustainable practices and social impact, showing how fashion can drive positive change. Read more to explore the intersection of style and purpose.
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2024
Presenting a video article showcasing our collaboration with the luxury brand Stuart Weitzman. Featuring our handwoven fabrics on the renowned footwear brand.
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March 21, 2024
El Mundo de Regina spotlighted our organization's successful orchestration of the Annual Fashion Forward Gala alongside notable figures Daniela Villegas and Sami Hayek. The article recognizes our pivotal role in curating the event, showcasing our dedication to advancing the fashion industry and supporting Mercado Global's mission. It reflects our commitment to fostering positive change through fashion and collaborative initiatives.
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March 19, 2024
The Fashion Forward Gala by Mercado Global honored leaders in various fields for their contributions to indigenous women and communities, coinciding with International Women's Day.
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March 10, 2024
The Lions CEO Julia Kisla Taylor and Brand Director Lucy Jackson joined Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia, founder and executive director of Mercado Global during its 20th anniversary gala in NYC where they celebrated two decades of empowering women throughout the Americas.
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April 15, 2024
The Lions CEO Julia Kisla Taylor and Brand Director Lucy Jackson joined Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia, founder and executive director of Mercado Global during its 20th anniversary gala in NYC where they celebrated two decades of empowering women throughout the Americas.
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March 15, 2024
Our Fashion Forward gala was featured in Club Reforma magazine.
March 13, 2024
Photos of the prize winners at the annual Fashion Forward Gala, leaders in fashion gathered to celebrate International Women's Day with Mercado Global.
March 11, 2024
Leaders in fashion design, finance, and journalism attended the twentieth anniversary of the Fashion Forward Gala on March 7, International Women's Day, to celebrate "unshakeable belief" in the empowerment of women to make positive social change.
March 9, 2024
The twentieth anniversary of the Fashion Forward Gala honors esteemed leaders in the fashion industry that support Mercado Global's values and mission of empowering women to make local and global change.
March 8, 2024
Avenue names Mercado Global's Fashion Forward gala among the week's highlights such as "Press for Champagne" at Ashley Longshore Gallery, screening at Museum of Jewish Heritage, Nordstrom's Paul Smith Clubhouse, and other notable fashion-cultural events.
February 20, 2024
Mercado Global executive director Ruth Álvarez-DeGolia listed as one of fifteen leaders starting business, technology, finance, healthcare, and fashion companies/organizations in Latin America.
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