Today Archel Bernard, CEO of Bomchel, joins us for today’s podcast Fashion with a Purpose. Bombchel is an ethical fashion brand offering contemporary West African clothing and merchandise made in Liberia. Archel shares how we can learn from others in the industry, why fashion can unite us, and the value in sharing your story. This is an episode you don’t want to miss, tune in to hear this powerful conversation between Ashley and Archel!
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Main Points in Fashion With a Purpose
- Fashion is a unifier. We can connect and have a love for the same fashion, no matter where we are from or what we look like!
- Connect and learn from business owners around you. By forming connections you are growing your business and theirs. It’s a win-win!
- People aren’t just buying the product, they are buying the story behind the product.

Favorite Quotes
“The heart of my company is to make a better life for everybody who is involved.” -Archel Bernard

“Fashion is the unifier.” -Archel Bernard
Archel’s Information:
Instagram: @itsarchel
Website: https://shopbombchel.com
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