In this episode of The Ethical Stitch, Michelle Alleyne sits down with fashion archivist, creative force, and vintage vanguard Keni Valenti—a man who doesn’t just wear history, he preserves it.

From thrift-store treasure hunts in his youth to becoming an unexpected fashion designer, Keni takes us on a journey through the vibrant lanes of vintage fashion, sustainability, and cultural storytelling. With raw honesty and sharp insight, he breaks down how fast fashion disconnected us from our roots—and why vintage is more than just a trend, it’s a form of resistance.

They unpack it all:
🎙️ Why your grandma’s closet might hold more wisdom than a runway
♻️ The role of storytelling in making fashion sustainable
🧵 How fashion became therapy—and why it still can be
📱 The double-edged sword of technology in fashion's future
🔥 The real talk on quality, originality, and what it means to be a designer in today’s chaotic climate

Keni doesn’t just drop names—he drops wisdom, weaving in the lessons of fashion’s greats while urging new designers to go beyond the algorithm. If you’ve ever felt like clothes were more than fabric—or that the past holds the key to the future—this one's for you.

🌿 The Ethical Stitch
Hosted by Michelle Alleyne

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Stay smart. Stay stylish. Stay stitched in.

🌿 The Ethical Stitch
Hosted by Michelle Alleyne

Follow us for more threads of truth:
📱 Instagram: @theethicalstitch | @michellealleyneofficial
🌍 Website: michellealleyne.com

🎙️ New episodes drop weekly.
Stay smart. Stay stylish. Stay stitched in.