Today we’d like to introduce you to Matt Watkins.
Matt, we appreciate you taking the time to share your story with us today. Where does your story begin?
Hope Clothing Brand began in late 2017 in OKC. Our brand has always been about spreading a positive message and bringing people together. We are faith-based business, so a lot of our clothing is influenced by this. 2021-2022, are focus has been to champion the cause of breaking the stigmas around mental illness. Our clothes are positive reminders for people that they are not identified by their labels or what people may say or think about them or themselves.
I’m sure you wouldn’t say it’s been obstacle-free, but so far would you say the journey has been a fairly smooth road?
The process as a fashion entrepreneur has been very cyclical. I have been learning as I go. There have been times where I have wanted to quit and there are times where I have been very encouraged to continue on. The biggest struggle has been keeping a positive mindset, even when the success that I have wanted has not been there.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am known around my friends for being the T-shirt guy. If anyone ever needed customized work, I’m “that guy” I not only hand produces each product of my own, but also help others in the production and creative process of their own products.
Any big plans?
I am planning to expanding the brand. I want it to not only be known for clothing and positive messages. I want the brand to be known for serving others. I am currently building a network of referrals for mental health therapist locally and long term nationally.
Pricing:
- T-Shirts start at $20
- Long Sleeves start at $25
- Sweatshirts start at $30
- Hoodies start at $40
Contact Info:
- Email: hopeclothingllc@gmail.com
- Website: www.hopeclothingbrand.com
- Instagram: @hopeclothingbrand
- Facebook: Hope Clothing Brand
Image Credits
April Klein
Sophisticated Grace Photography
