Meet the Founder: Rachel Kelly of Thought Clothing

If you're thinking about making your lifestyle much more curated and considerate, look no further than a brand that takes that thinking to a new level:thoughts clothing,is a brand that makes it easy to change our daily habits and turn them into mindful moments. We talk to founder Rachel Kelly about what makes London a hub for creativity and sustainability, how to design things mindfully, and her favorite ways to spark inspiration during a busy week.

What does creativity mean to you? How do you define it? What inspires you to be creative?

"For me, creativity means expressing the beautiful things that inspire me in everyday life. I am inspired by art, nature and the incredible women around me."

Where do you live at the moment? How has this changed during the pandemic, if at all? What does your city offer you as a doer?

"I live in North London with my husband and children. London is a thriving city that is a hub for inspirational fashion. It's great to see more and more sustainable initiatives being implemented too. It was sad for everyone to see the city shut down during the pandemic, so it was a great feeling to be reunited with our team in the office."

Are there other places in the world that inspire you, why?

“Sydney, Australia, as this is the source of Thought’s beginnings!”

How did you get into this industry? What was your first job?

“I previously made hemp shirts and worked as a junior buyer.”

Why is it important for consumers to continue to seek out mindful and inclusive brands? What can you do to further support them?

"It's about recognizing that even small changes can make a big difference and making that conscious effort to make smarter decisions. Here at Thought, we're always looking for exciting brands that are doing great things in sustainability to feature on our website."

Why is mindful and sustainable production important?

"It is so important to find a process that minimizes negative environmental impacts while conserving energy and natural resources. Sustainable production also improves employee, community and product safety. We ensure our manufacturing meets the highest ethical standards, so we are always looking for new ways and processes that ensure we meet this, and I see this continuing."

Finish these sentences: “Always…” and “Never…”

"Always be kind. Never underestimate yourself."

What does yoga mean to you?

“A positive way to focus my mind and a form of exercise.”

What is your favorite yoga pose?

“Happy baby.”

What are your other favorite ways to exercise or exercise alone or with family/friends?

“I ride my bike every day and as a mother of two, I love nothing more than spending the weekend playing with my loved ones.”

Favorite Yogamatters product(s)?

“(Link removed).”

What is your work uniform? What do you wear when you're not at work?

"I always dress comfortably for work, so I love an oversized dress, statement accessories and a good trench coat. On the weekends I often live in our thought lounge wear, organic t-shirts and Golden Goose sneakers."

What gives you energy and keeps you recharged?

"I love what I do, so work always keeps me energized. I love nothing more than a few hours with a good book and a home-cooked meal with my family to recharge."

Favorite movie, book, app, podcast, game at the moment?

Podcasts: Happy Place with Fearne Cotton and Castaway with Laura Whitmore

App: Moody

Books:His only wifeby Peace Adzo Media andKlara and the sunby Kazuo Ishiguro