If you’ve walked the city streets in Pittsburgh during the fall these past few years, then you’ve undoubtedly seen one of Rona Chang’s garments. That is because Rona is behind the wildly popular brand, Otto Finn.
Rona Chang’s Otto Finn Clothing Covers Pittsburgh’s Streets
From jackets to jumpsuits and everything in-between, Rona has a line of clothing that is designed to keep you looking your best while also reducing waste. She and her team are committed to circular fashion. This means that the materials they create with are kept in use for as long as possible.
That takes us back to some of those fancy jackets you might have seen; they likely had a previous life. This can be exhibited through the “Find Your Match” option on her website. The page generally highlights fifteen to twenty quilts or blankets that can become your next article of clothing! And if Find Your Match doesn’t fit your style, you can even bring your own blanket or quilt to be repurposed into a kimono-style jacket.
Entirely Unique and Made to Fit
There are also garments, accessories, and home items, that are entirely designed by Rona, ready to wear and equally unique, if you can’t wait for a custom article of clothing. She incorporates the names of her heroines into those various lines and creates designs that offer gender-neutral sizing.
What I love most about Rona’s work is that sustainability is more than a statement for her. The designs at Otto Finn lean into living easily in the clothing. More importantly, the stitching encourages you to mend your attire when the inevitable happens—years down the road, of course. In a world full of fast-fashion, Rona offers us all an opportunity to slow down, and find our ultimate self-expression. If you want something distinct and timeless, I suggest Otto Finn be your first and last stop.
Story by Rachel Saul Rearick / Photography by Laura Petrilla
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