ABOUT
ACCESSORIES WITH INTENTION
Ethically handcrafted designs, produced in partnership with artisans in Colombia.
WHAT WE'RE ABOUT
FOSTERIE is a fair wage artisan accessories company that designs and produces handmade accessories with intention. Our exclusive, original styles bring color and fun to your ethical accessory arsenal while providing sustainable income to our team of weavers.
WHAT IT MEANS
The name FOSTERIE alludes to our mission and meaning:
foster
verb.
1. encourage the growth and development of (something, especially something desirable)
2. To nurture, nourish
foster
verb.
1. encourage the growth and development of (something, especially something desirable)
2. To nurture, nourish
Welcome
Hey gorgeous,
If you landed here I suspect you're on a path of becoming more mindful and intentional with your purchases. And if not well... allow us to show you the ways. ;)
You want pieces that are unique, but on-trend, something special that makes you feel nice and promotes positivity behind the scenes. But affordable so you can splurge once in a while + feel good about gifting.
You’ve dropped in perfect shop, girlfriend…
If you landed here I suspect you're on a path of becoming more mindful and intentional with your purchases. And if not well... allow us to show you the ways. ;)
You want pieces that are unique, but on-trend, something special that makes you feel nice and promotes positivity behind the scenes. But affordable so you can splurge once in a while + feel good about gifting.
You’ve dropped in perfect shop, girlfriend…
Our Values
We proudly partner with artisans in Medellin, Colombia, providing dignified jobs and fair wages to inspiring artisans and makers in vulnerable communities.
What started as 100 bracelets launched from the dining table of a dimly lit Airbnb has evolved into something greater and we're honored to have had collaborations and product placement with like-minded brands such CAUSEBOX/Alltrue, GlobeIn, ACCOMPANY, Greetabl and over 400 boutiques and retailers worldwide.
And our purpose remains the same; pay living wages for products and labor while fulfilling our mission to make ethical accessible.
Thank you for your support.
Ashleigh
ABOUT ASHLEIGH
Ashleigh’s journey weaves through the city streets of Chicago, where she built her career in retail and fashion, to the mountains of Medellín, where she spent nearly a decade working alongside artisans. Originally from East Tennessee, she has now returned home to be near family while raising her daughters. She loves the beach, black cats, and Bob Marley - and has yet to meet a coconut-flavored treat she didn’t love.
"Combining my experience in corporate buying/sourcing and passion for ethical production, I founded FOSTERIE to 'foster' local artisan communities and help their talent reach a broader market. Living in Medellin, working directly with our artisans allows me to build long-term relationships with our team and find ways to highlight their strengths while respecting traditions and culture."
"Combining my experience in corporate buying/sourcing and passion for ethical production, I founded FOSTERIE to 'foster' local artisan communities and help their talent reach a broader market. Living in Medellin, working directly with our artisans allows me to build long-term relationships with our team and find ways to highlight their strengths while respecting traditions and culture."
