ShoutOut LA Interviews Emily Rouse

It was an honor to connect with the team at Shoutout LA, an online publication that celebrates the journeys of entrepreneurs, artists, and creative professionals from around the country. In the interview, Emily Rouse shared the story behind founding Edgington Studio during the COVID-19 pandemic and the inspiration to help revive apparel manufacturing in her hometown of Wheeling, West Virginia. The conversation also highlights our mission to make garment production more accessible for emerging designers through low-minimum manufacturing, while creating meaningful career opportunities and promoting sewing education within our community. Emily discusses the importance of building a people-first workplace, supporting sustainable production practices, and preserving sewing skills for future generations. The feature also reflects on the many individuals and organizations whose encouragement helped make Edgington Studio possible and continues to fuel our growth. Read the full interview below to learn more about our journey, our values, and our vision for the future of American apparel manufacturing.