In this episode, Kat chats with Felicia Bradley, founder of Cocoa & Onyx, a luxury pet accessories brand redefining sustainability and style for dog owners. Felicia shares how her love of design and her frustration with cheap, throwaway pet products inspired her to create a line of chic, high-quality bags and leashes that combine fashion and function.
They dive into the creative process behind Cocoa & Onyx’s flagship “treat purse,” what it was like developing a product from scratch with no prior design background, and how she’s challenging fast fashion in the pet industry. Felicia also opens up about sourcing sustainable materials, working with ethical manufacturers, and her philosophy that true sustainability starts with quality.
Key Takeaways
How Felicia turned a simple problem—finding a stylish, functional dog bag—into a growing sustainable brand.
Why quality and longevity are essential pillars of sustainability (and why cheap “vegan leather” isn’t always the answer).
How to bring a product to life without a background in design by partnering with the right experts and staying true to your vision.
Why sustainability in pet accessories matters and how handmade, ethically sourced materials make a difference.
How Felicia balances creativity and entrepreneurship while building community through local markets and small business support.
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