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“Not Just ANY Bag...” — The New York Times
Made in New York City from New York's Finest Trash.
Founded in '20 by @madebyalex

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Our third maker visit in the Garment District during the Craft Convening was with @anybagproject. Lead by Alex Dababh and his wife. Another legacy family run accessories business still relevant in this fast fashion world. Alex's family came to the US during the civil war in Lebanon in 1982 where he opened his leather goods factory in NYC. Alex continues his father's vision with leather goods but has added a sustainable component by creating the Anybag. Each one is handwoven from 95 single-use garment plastic bags that would have been sent to waterways or landfills. They have a life span of 15 minutes in their use! Transforming them into wearable artifacts. The Boston Globe likened the hand loomed textile to "the nubby opulence of a Chanel tweed". #2026CraftConvening and
#MakersUnited @buildanest @madacsistudios

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I am thrilled to have been in New York City last weekend for @buildanest’s American Craft Convening!

It was so wonderful to get to know other makers and creatives from across the US, and learn best practices in client relationships, e-commerce and visual merchandising from experts at Hermès.

Thank you @buildanest for this opportunity to learn how to grow my business!

🎨 Artwork courtesy of @mitopress

#2026CraftConvening #makersunited

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I am heading home from New York City where I took part in the @buildanest American Craft Convening!

It was magical and rejuvenating to get to know other makers and creatives from across the US, and learn best practices in client relationships, e-commerce, and visual merchandising from experts at Hermès.

Thank you @buildanest for this opportunity to network, learn, and be reminded of the importance of craft, not only to our economy, but also to our souls.

I’m grateful to our instructors who shared their knowledge and the craftspeople who invited us to their workshops to bear witness to their life’s work.

Please enjoy this selection of pictures I took, knowing that I’m much better at crafting bags and accessories than iPhone photography. Much, much better.

Artwork courtesy of @mitopress
#2026CraftConvening #MakersUnited

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What an inspiring few days in NYC! ✨

I’m heading home from @buildanest’s American Craft Convening feeling grateful, energized, and full of new ideas for Art 2 the Extreme.

From connecting with talented makers from across the country to learning about client relationships, e-commerce, and visual merchandising from experts at Hermès, every part of this experience was meaningful.

There was so much inspiration packed into just a few days, and I’m especially thankful for the conversations, connections, and reminder of how special it is to build a creative business alongside such an incredible community.

Thank you, @buildanest, for bringing us together. ❤️Also pictured was some moments visiting @thetrainercourt to get my boys pokemon cards (I have been following this shop for quite some time and spent $50 on an Uber just to get there ) and the Harry Potter Shop for a butterbeer!

#2026americanCraftConvening #MakersUnited #buildsnest #SmallBusinessOwner CreativeBusinessn

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Every year I’d watch the @nycmarathon and leave inspired, telling myself “I’m doing it this year.” Then a few days would pass and I’d forget about it. Honestly, the thought of training bored me. I hate running long distances. The last time I could really say I ran is when I was in @xavierhs from 1996 to 2000, and even then I only ran to stay fit for my real event, the high hurdles. Running in a straight line or around a track wasn’t for me. Since then I could probably count my runs on two hands.
Fast forward to a few weeks ago, I got a call from my good friend @gwgoldring at @mastercard. “You interested in running the marathon?” I said yea, but that means I have to start training now, we’re 14 weeks out. He said you’ll get a call from the team in a few days. Then I got the call saying we have a bib for you if you accept the challenge, to which I accepted.
Since that call in late July, I can honestly say I’ve fallen in love with running for the first time in my life. I’m out there 3 to 4 times a week, hitting distances I never thought possible thanks to my coach @runningwithjane. I had a solid base going in from training at my gym @badassacademy with my strength coach @iamanthonyespo, doing HIIT classes 5 to 6 times a week. But this is different.
Training has changed my mindset completely. I run @parkavenueinternational, our second-generation family factory on 29th Street where we produce our labels @madebyalex, @pietro.nyc and @anybagproject. My father started it in 1982, and I know first hand what it means to put in the work. But this challenge has me believing there’s nothing I can’t do. The confidence and determination I’ve built these past weeks has me feeling unstoppable.
Now I’m 6 weeks out from something I thought was impossible. It’s my turn to be the runner I’ve always admired, coming off the Verrazzano, turning the corner, and hearing the roar of the crowd behind the police line. I get chills every time I think about it.
I can’t thank Mastercard enough for this opportunity. This is what you call a priceless moment.
#NYCMarathon #TeamMastercard #letsgo

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Fall ‘26. A Tear Sheet feature — the materials, vendors, and small businesses I can’t work without.

The list runs long after a decade: things that feel like history under your feet, tile that isn’t trying to be perfect, a sconce that understands masculine and feminine were never actually opposites.

That’s the whole practice, really — pieces with enough character to argue for themselves.

Featured in @ruemagazine , Fall 2026. On newsstands now.

—xG

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Live from Times Square!

Starting New York Fashion Week strong with the Global Sustainable Fashion & Culture Exchange.

Honored to join “Beyond the Label: Fashion’s Ethical & Social Challenges” as the founder of @shopmajuun for a conversation examining the human and social impact of fashion, from fair labor and artisan work to responsible sourcing, transparency and accountability.

So excited to be alongside an incredible group of designers, founders, educators, advocates, and industry leaders as we open conversations about the choices shaping the future of the industry.

🗓 September 10, 2026 ⏰ Panel: 1:15 PM–2:15 PM 📍 Times Square, NYC

Powered by Fashion Alliance Network + Times Square Alliance

#Majuun #NYFW #EthicalFashion #SustainableFashion #FashionForChange

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HOW CAN WE RETHINK FASHION?
Innovation. Accountability. Impact.

The future of fashion requires more than new ideas—it requires bold action.

Join me Taryn Hipwell founder of the Healthy Fabric Library and some of my incredible peers and colleagues Camille, Moe, and Nyleve…excited to meet Alex (and support the panelists and fashion shows throughout the day) for a powerful conversation exploring how designers, brands, innovators, educators, policymakers, and consumers can rethink the way fashion is designed, produced, purchased, and valued.

♻️ How can innovation accelerate sustainability?
🌱 Who should be accountable for fashion’s environmental and social impact?
💡 What solutions can move the industry from conversation to measurable change?

Be part of the conversation shaping what comes next.

📍 Global Sustainable Fashion & Culture Exchange
📅 September 10, 2026
🕝 Panel: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

📍 Duffy Square | Times Square, NYC
Powered by Fashion Alliance Network + Times Square Alliance

✨ Fashion can influence culture. Together, we can influence fashion.

Register through the link in bio.

#GlobalSustainableFashionExchange #RethinkFashion #SustainableFashion #FashionInnovation #CircularFashion HealthyFashion HealthyFashionLibrary

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🌍 HOW CAN WE RETHINK FASHION?
Innovation. Accountability. Impact.

The future of fashion requires more than new ideas—it requires bold action.

Join us for a powerful conversation exploring how designers, brands, innovators, educators, policymakers, and consumers can rethink the way fashion is designed, produced, purchased, and valued.

♻️ How can innovation accelerate sustainability?
🌱 Who should be accountable for fashion’s environmental and social impact?
💡 What solutions can move the industry from conversation to measurable change?

Be part of the conversation shaping what comes next.

📍 Global Sustainable Fashion & Culture Exchange
📅 September 10, 2026
🕝 Panel: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

📍 Duffy Square | Times Square, NYC
Powered by Fashion Alliance Network + Times Square Alliance

✨ Fashion can influence culture. Together, we can influence fashion.

Register through the link in bio.

#GlobalSustainableFashionExchange #RethinkFashion #SustainableFashion #FashionInnovation #circularfashion

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🌿 THREADS OF SUSTAINABILITY: CULTURE & HERITAGE

Join us in the heart of Times Square for an inspiring conversation exploring how culture, heritage, and tradition can shape a more sustainable future for fashion.

Presented as part of the Global Sustainable Fashion & Culture Exchange, this panel brings together voices committed to preserving cultural identity while advancing sustainability across the fashion industry.

🎓 Panel Sponsored by St. Thomas University
📅 September 10, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM
📍 Duffy Square | Times Square, NYC
Free & Open to the Public

Where heritage meets innovation—and fashion becomes a force for cultural preservation and positive change.
#GlobalSustainableFashionExchange #StThomasUniversity #NYFW

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So incredibly grateful for this opportunity, big thanks to @vogue_college for the experience 🤍🐇

#mailiv #liviviconstile #livivistyle #styledbylivivi #styledbyliv

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