ZESTFEST

Welcome to the official blog of Sol & Sumo!

Here, we celebrate the journey's vibrant moments and the joy of living with a Zest For Life. Join us for adventure, inspiration, and fun as we share stories from our global journeys, insights into our designs, and tips for living life to the fullest. Dive in and let the festivities begin!

Exciting Start to 2025: Finalizing Our Beach to Street Collection

Welcome to our first progress update of 2025! In this post, we’ll share highlights from our recent trip to Northern Portugal, the progress we’ve made since returning, and the timeline...

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A Journey to Portugal - Stop 2: Exploring the Alentejo

We recently spent three wonderful November days exploring Évora and its surroundings, soaking in the region’s charm and hospitality. This trip has inspired this post, the second in our "A Journey to Portugal"...

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Tech Packs: The Secret to Turning Fashion Design into Reality

Discover how mastering tech packs is the key to transforming creative fashion designs into high-quality, sustainable clothing with Sol & Sumo’s journey from inspiration to reality.

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All In on our Made in Portugal Knitted Terry Collection

We’re going all in on our Made in Portugal – Knitted Terry Collection, focusing on crafting high-performance, sustainable Beach to Street fashion that truly celebrates a Zest for Life!

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Call Us Crazy, But We're Choosing Crowdfunding!

When launching a new fashion collection, a young brand like Sol & Sumo has two launch options that responsibly gauge demand and minimize waste.

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A Journey to Portugal (Series): 10 Fun Facts to Start the Trip

Welcome to the first post in our series, where we’ll be taking you on a journey through the vibrant and enchanting world of Portugal—the country we now call home.

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What’s in a Name?: The Origin of Sol & Sumo and Zest for Life

Names hold power, shaping our identity and how we’re perceived by the world. When it came time to name our brand, we knew it had to be something that truly...

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Partnering with Portugal’s Fashion Designers and Manufacturers

At Sol & Sumo, we are committed to bringing you fashion that is not only stylish but also rooted in quality and sustainability. A key part of this commitment is...

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New Fashion Collection - 50% Discounts

We are Launching Soon! Register Now for Exclusive Access to Discounts and Portugal Inspired Perks!

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