In the Press
We’re grateful for the reviews and kind words of those who spread the news about Barefoot Eco! You can read what they had to say here, and we hope you will feel inspired to pass the word along. We truly appreciate you sharing what we’re about!
TRACY & SKYLER STRANDNESS INTERVIEW FEATURED ON CANVASREBEL WEBSITE, MAY 8, 2023
CANVASREBEL is a website dedicated to conversations with entrepreneurs, artists & creatives. We were honored to be interviewed for a feature in their Stories & Insights Section. You can find that interview here: https://canvasrebel.com/meet-tracy-strandness/.
TRACY & SKYLER STRANDNESS FEATURED IN 425 BUSINESS MAGAZINE’S “LESSONS FROM LEADERS” FEATURE, FEBRUARY 6, 2023
We were honored to be asked by 425 Business Magazine to contribute to their “Lessons from Leaders” Feature for February 2023! Added bonus: we always wanted to be cartoon characters, ha ha! Click below to link to the article:
TRACY STRANDNESS PODCAST INTERVIEW/DEREK NIELSEN’S ART OF ACTUAL CHANGE
Derek Nielsen is a renowned wildlife photographer who is passionate about conservation, sustainability, ecofriendly fashion and saving the planet. Barefoot Eco Outfitters Owner/Founder Tracy Strandness was honored to sit down with Derek to talk about the sustainable fashion industry, the pros and cons the industry has to offer and why the pros far outweigh the cons. She shares the intimate details about her very personal encounter with domestic abuse and how through that painful experience she and her children found strength and inspiration in the heart of nature. Derek and Tracy open up to each other about their own journey as survivors and how therapy, reflection and determination has lead them both to unforeseen positions of strength. If you are triggered by conversations about domestic abuse or sexual assault please hold off on listening to this episode until you’re are ready. You can watch it here:
OWNER TRACY STRANDNESS INTERVIEW – IRVINE MOM’S NETWORK 2021
Owner/Founder Tracy Strandness was honored to share her story as a mom, domestic violence survivor and business owner with Irvine Mom’s Network. Find the interview here: https://irvinemomsnetwork.com/2508-2/
BAREFOOT ECO OUTFITTERS CO-FOUNDER/PARTNER SKYLER STRANDNESS SELECTED AS ONE OF 425 BUSINESS MAGAZINE’S 30 UNDER 30 RISING STAR BUSINESS LEADERS FOR 2019
Barefoot Eco Outfitters Co-Founder/Partner Skyler Strandness was honored September 5, 2019 in Bellevue, WA by 425 Business Magazine as one of this year’s 30 Under 30 rising star business leaders, and featured in their September issue. It’s such an honor to have Skyler’s passion and hard work on behalf of the wild places and marine wildlife of the Pacific Northwest recognized in this way. She works tirelessly around the clock on growing the business, and has spent countless hours out on land and in the water to help keep our waterways clean. She has also volunteered significant time with our donation partners working on behalf of our marine wildlife and advocating for the natural places of Washington state. Skyler is committed, passionate and the hardest working person we know – Barefoot Eco Outfitters would not exist without her! Congratulations, Sky!
BAREFOOT ECO OUTFITTERS ON “ECOLUXE MUST-HAVE’S” SEGMENT ON “GOOD THINGS UTAH” PROGRAM
Barefoot Eco Outfitters was featured on ABC4 Utah’s “EcoLuxe Must-Haves” segment on the “Good Things Utah” show on Monday, August 19th. Our comfy, earth-friendly tees, hoodies, joggers, sweatshirts and beanies were a great choice for this special back-to-school segment as our apparel goes from dorm room to classroom in style!
SPLASH MAGAZINE’S HOLIDAY SPORTS & FITNESS GIFT GUIDE 2017
Barefoot Eco Outfitters was pleased to be mentioned in Splash Magazine’s Holiday Sports & Fitness Gift Guide 2017: denver.splashmags.com/index.php/2017/10/19/holiday-sports-fitness-gift-guide-2017-yoga-fishing-weight-loss-dance-and-more/?fbclid=IwAR3qVHGfGY4VldDW9J1G1DBuLQVKumr7tKTBtg-D1ic6S2voHH07Q5Vc-JE#gsc.tab=0
GREEN GLOBAL TRAVEL’S BEST GIFTS FOR TRAVELERS CHRISTMAS 2017 GUIDE
We spent five Christmassy days at the 32nd Annual Victorian Country Christmas festival on December 4-8th. Vendors dress in Victorian era clothing, and storefronts are decked out with lighted garland and Christmas decor. Shoppers enjoy shopping, food, wine bar and a full schedule of entertainment!
IN TOUCH RUGBY ONLINE MAGAZINE’S 2017 CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
Barefoot Eco Outfitters was also listed in In Touch Rugby Online Magazine’s 2017 Christmas Gift Guide: https://www.intouchrugby.com/magazine/christmas-gifts-guide-25/
425 BUSINESS MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2017
We are very honored to have a write-up in the October issue of 425 Business Magazine and for the opportunity to discuss our beginnings and mission of “Authentic Apparel with a Heart for Change.” You can access the article online here: http://425business.com/ask-tracy-strandness/
MENTION IN MILLENIUM MAGAZINE’S RECAP OF SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2017
Barefoot Eco Outfitters got a mention in Millenium Magazine in their recap of the 2017 Sundance Film Festival, and in particular, our presence at the EcoLuxe Celebrity Luxury Lounge where we shared our earth-friendly apparel with the celebrity guests: http://www.millenniummagazine.com/film/lounging-around-againsundance-2017/
MENTION REGARDING OUR PRESENCE AT THE ECOLUXE CELEBRITY LUXURY LOUNGE, SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2017
Barefoot Eco Outfitters launched at the EcoLuxe Celebrity Luxury Lounge during the 2017 Sundance Film Festival. Here is a mention: https://laguestlist.com/sundance-2017-debbie-durkins-10th-annual-ecoluxe-lounge/
MENTION IN PC INDIE CONNECTION REGARDING OUR PRESENCE AT THE ECOLUXE CELEBRITY LUXURY LOUNGE, SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL 2017
And another mention from the EcoLuxe Lounge at Sundance 2017 here: http://pcindieconnection.com/blog/