We Center BIPOC Makers & Sustainability

We provide training, workspace, and business development opportunities to support the growth of BIPOC fashion designers and popularize sustainable fashion practices.

Our Programs

We offer educational fashion programing, mixers, and host events that are rooted in sustainability, racial and gender justice, and community-building.

Youth Fashion Programs

Our fashion intensives emphasize sustainable practices and prepare participants to be agents of change that can transform the fashion industry.

SoleSpace Lab

Harnessing the dynamism of sneaker culture, we teach invaluable design and entrepreneurship skills that open up a host of career pathways in the booming creative economy.

Oakland Style Week

In collaboration with Visit Oakland, we program the runway show and other events during Oakland Style Week, highlighting the very best local designer in sustainable design.

Events & Mixers

We regularly convene existing and emerging fashion makers to exchange resources, facilitate business opportunities, foster mentorship, and build community.

SUMMER WORKSHOPS

Every summer we offer workshops and camps for youth ages 10-17. Sign up today to secure your spot!

Sneaker Customizing

Learn how to refurbish, design, and customize your kicks

Future Threads

Learn how to make bio materials, natural dyes & fashion technology

Reimagine Fashion

Learn how to sew & upcycle used fashion to create unique pieces

Our Lab

Oakland Style Lab shares space with our sister project SoleSpace Lab, a regenerative sneaker repair and customizing shop.

Address

302 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607

Hours by Appointment & During Classes

Email us to coordinate a time