impact built for you
where fashion meets empowerment
Welcome to 1988. where every thread, every stitch, and every design represents more than just fashion—it symbolizes a powerful movement. Founded by two lifelong friends who bonded over a shared passion for empowering women, 1988 is a tribute to a turning point in history: the Women's Business Ownership Act of 1988. This landmark act wasn’t just a policy change; it was a groundbreaking leap that opened doors for women to own their futures, control their finances, and pursue their dreams without barriers.
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✊Before 1988, We Needed Permission: The Story Behind Our Name
✊Before 1988, We Needed Permission: The Story Behind Our Name
✊Before 1988, We Needed Permission: The Story Behind Our Name
|Xenia Ambatzoglou
Before 1988, a woman couldn’t always get a business loan without a man’s signature. The Women’s Business Ownership Act changed that—giving women the right to build, borrow, and own without...
Networking: the OG of Partner Marketing
Networking: the OG of Partner Marketing
Networking: the OG of Partner Marketing
|Xenia Ambatzoglou
Picture this: it’s 1988, and a savvy woman in a power suit is working the room at an event, exchanging business cards like currency. Fast forward to today, and instead...
Intentional design
Everything we create starts with purpose — honoring the women who build, lead, and own their stories.
Responsibly made
Thoughtfully produced with trusted partners - including select styles made in the USA.
empowerment in every detail
From concept to creation, every piece is made to celebrate women’s strength, ambition, and legacy.