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To pang-wangle is to live or go along cheerfully in spite of minor misfortunes. That’s exactly what Jennifer John is doing with her Pang Wangle fashion business, creating sustainable fashion ideal for hot, buggy climates such as is experienced in her home state of Louisiana. We spoke to Jennifer to learn more about her background, her growing business, and the challenges she faced finding just the exact right fabric for her unique creations.
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“I wanted to start a new brand that reflected what I am really interested in, the outdoors and sustainable design,” she explains. “And I also love vintage things. So I found this old-fashioned phrase, pang-wangle, from about 100 years ago. It means to live or go along cheerfully in spite of minor misfortunes, like if you get a flat tire, get caught in the rain, forget your lunch, and still have a cheerful demeanor. The concept was perfect for the humidity and bugs we live with.”
