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November 28, 2023
The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Everyone on Your List
An Able Made bag is perfect for the sporty savant. Crafted with innovative, eco-friendly materials, Able Made’s products blend fashion and function, inspired by high fashion rather than traditional sports gear for stylish “off-pitch” moments.
October 18, 2023
A CT woman inspired a sports team to buy a heart defibrillator. ‘The Damar Hamlin effect is real’
A player on the Kendall Wanderers suffered sudden cardiac arrest and dropped to the ground. The player was saved thanks, in part, to an automatic electronic defibrillator the team had at the game. They also credited Suzanne McKenzie and her advocacy for getting the team to purchase the AED in the first place.e McKenzie and her advocacy for getting the team to purchase the AED in the first place.
October 2, 2023
West Hartford Business Buzz
The efforts of ABLE MADE helped save a life! Suzanne McKenzie– whose husband died of cardiac arrest while playing soccer – is not only an emerging fashion brand but is also an advocate for heart health, CPR, and AEDs.
September 27, 2023
Off-duty firefighter uses new AED at Medford soccer field to save player's life
The Kendall Wanderers were playing against Ucal McKenzie's team when he collapsed on the field and died. Since then, the Ucal McKenzie Breakaway Foundation has been pushing for sports teams and public spaces to have AEDs.
August 29, 2023
ONE WOMAN’S REFUSAL TO LET LOSS HAVE THE FINAL WORD
Suzanne, who earned her Suffolk degree in graphic design, has brought that same creativity to funding the foundation, launching a clothing brand, Able Made, part of whose proceeds help fund UMBF.
AUGUST 10, 2023
TO COMBAT SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST, ABLE MADE FOUNDER SPEARHEADS LAUNCHING BOSTON’S FIRST PUBLIC DEFIBRILLATOR
Fourteen years after her husband died from sudden cardiac arrest while
playing soccer at Moakley Park, ABLE MADE Founder Suzanne McKenzie returned for
the first time.
july 28, 2023
Fashion Briefing: The women's world cup is drawing fashion brands to soccer
Able Made relaunched in 2022 with a focus on ready-to-wear fashion, and in April it launched its first soccer-themed collection.
July 26, 2023
SOCCER-INSPIRED LUXURY CLOTHING LINE KICKS OFF SUSTAINABLE FASHION UPCYCLING PARTNERSHIP WITH BURBERRY
Able Made, the trailblazing soccer-inspired, socially conscious lifestyle brand, is scoring big in the fashion industry with its exciting upcycling partnership with Burberry, the iconic British luxury fashion house.
July 25, 2023
Bronny James' cardiac arrest reinforces local widow's push for AED distribution
Suzanne McKenzie is on a mission to save lives after she lost her husband to a sudden cardiac arrest at Moakley Field in South Boston in 2009.
JULY 20, 2023
CELEBRATING THE WOMEN'S WORLD CUP WITH EXCLUSIVE COLLECTIONS
Arriving just in time to commemorate the beginning of the 2023 Women's World Cup, Able Made — a sustainable and sporty US-made clothing brand — has partnered with Burberry to upcycled fabrics from the brand to create luxurious, long-lasting pieces.
November 22, 2022
Best Waterproof Jacket: The Able Made Riley Windbreaker
Aside from its sustainability, this piece has a lot going for it, including a fully adjustable waistband, hefty dual pockets, and a tailored fit that's easy to move around in. The woven heart-shaped soccer ball logo on the lower front sleeve (an ode to the brand's soccer heritage) is also a nice touch.
September 3, 2022
Able Made soccer-themed store at Westfarms helps serve area youth
Ucal McKenzie, a beloved soccer player and coach in Boston, died suddenly from cardiac arrest playing the game he loved in May 2009. His wife, Suzanne, has been working ever since to continue Ucal’s mission, using soccer to change young lives.
August 20. 2022
17 Matching Sets to Motivate You to Work Out More Often
Designed with athletes in mind, Able Made’s Avery Bodysuit and Legging are made from certified organic stretch jersey and feature a bold print. Best of all, proceeds support city-youth health through the Ucal McKenzie Breakaway Foundation.
August 19, 2022
UCAL MCKENZIE BREAKAWAY FOUNDATION SUMMER CAMP
Years after his untimely death, Ucal McKenzie’s passion for soccer lives on through Breakaway Foundation summer camp.
June 14, 2022
Father's Day Gift Guide: The Best Workout Gear For Travelers
Why not get a windbreaker from a brand made responsibly, ethically, and domestically? Able Made's Caden Windbreaker is cut from certified organic cotton rib and recycled, water-resistant nylon making it soft, lightweight, yet durable.
May 16, 2022
Built From the Heart for a Bolder Future
The Gritdaily Podcast featuring Able Made's very own Suzanne Mckenzie
May 2022
RESPONSIBLY-MADE ATHLEISURE BRAND ABLE MADE LAUNCHES IMMERSIVE POP-UP AT 1 HOTEL CENTRAL PARK
On the heels of its recent retail partnership in collaboration with Energi
April 29, 2022
Mother’s Day Gift Guide: The Best Travel Accessories For Organized Moms
Traveling with kids at any age means bringing extra items to entertain and keep the family organized. That’s why it’s vital to get a bag that’s versatile enough to go from day to night while big enough for everything
April 28, 2022
Eco-Friendly Pop-Up in Midtown Hotel for Earth Month
Featured on New York's very own news outlet
January 28, 2022
Valentine's Day Gift Guide: What to Get Every Type of Partner
For romantic to adventurous, we've got you covered
December 10, 2021
The Cutest Personalized and Custom Gifts at Every Price Point
Your gift-giving cred will be off-the-charts when you deliver a gift made just for them
December 7, 2021
The Best Handbags And Accessories To Give Your Style That Holiday Boost
This holiday season, when it comes to womenswear opulence, timeless style and modern accessories —will shed something bright on your overall look. In fact, as the song says, ‘it’s the most wonderful time of the year’ to accessorize and keeping the look merry and bright.
November 24, 2021
Shop This, Not that: 'Less Is More' Sustainable Accessories Gifting
Holiday shopping and gifting in the sustainability scene follows a "less is more" mentality for new hats, bags and jewelry.
November 19, 2021
in her own words
As we continue to struggle with the long tail of Covid-19, women acknowledge what strengths got them through. Suzanne McKenzie knew she was resilient and the pandemic proved it once more.
October 25, 2021
Able Made Pilots Sustainable Fashion-Meets- Wellness Space in SoHo
The athleisure brand's new unit features a collaboration with experiential wellness company Energi and a partnership with Jaden Smith’s Just Water.
holiday '21 gift lists
A METALLIC MOMENT
We're getting great press for Able Made Socks & Bags for Holiday 2021!
Life & Style: Celeb-Worthy Swag
June 5, 2021
30 GOOD GIFTS FOR FATHER’S DAY
This beautiful art-inspired box is comprised of four pairs of socks of your choice from their entire sock library. It’s available in a variety of vibrant colors and stunning designs inspired by artists like Frida Khalo and Vasily Kandinsky.
April 30, 2021
How Able Made’s Circular Products Are Fueling Healthier Communities
“My goal is to become a leading athluxury brand, and be used as a case for setting standards high so we can all thrive,” she says. “I want to demonstrate the power of design thinking and show how many problems we can solve using strong design — whether it’s creating a more sustainable world; or fostering a healthier, more connected and empowered community.”
April 2021 Issue
Good on you
Real Simple featured Able Made Boldly Solid Crew Socks in a piece by Associate Fashion Editor Flavia Nunez
We found the earth-friendly versions of all your fashion favorites – and share tips on how and where to shop for them. Now go ahead and wear them into the ground.
January 15, 2021
LIVE BOLDLY WITH ABLE MADE
Fruit handbags? Let us tell you a little more about a sustainable brand with a big heart and a new way of accessorizing.
January 9, 2021
Suzanne McKenzie: 5 Things You Need To Know To Create A Successful Lifestyle Brand
I had the pleasure of interviewing Suzanne McKenzie, founder and CEO of Able Made, an active lifestyle brand that inspires healthy living and combines bold design with responsible manufacturing and giving back. An award-winning creative director/designer by trade, she is passionate about using design and collaboration to make the world a better place.
September 2, 2020
Suzanne McKenzie on How to Align Your Values With Your Creative Output
"If you don't ask, the answer is always no.
That's one thing I live by. A lot of the collaborations I have are because of cold calls or because of an email — I was given someone's email, wrote a note introducing myself and my idea. You have to get past the nervousness or hesitation to ask if someone will work with you."
July 19, 2020
THE STYLE SERIES
How an entrepreneur inspired by the sudden death of her husband used $75,000 to launch a sustainable fashion brand and was recognized by the Obama Administration.
In an interview with Business Insider, McKenzie talks about launching her business, founding her company, and her successful cold-call to Anna Wintour.
May 9, 2020
Suzanne Mckenzie, Founder of Able Made
We sat down with Suzanne Mckenzie, Founder, CEO, and Creative Director of Able Made, an active lifestyle brand that inspires healthy living. Suzanne is an award-winning creative director with experience in branding for the FEED Foundation, Tom Ford, Maria Sharapova, MoMA, and more. She believes that design can drive lasting change.
November 25, 2019
WORDS WITH (FASHION) FRIENDS: SUZANNE MCKENZIE
We caught up with McKenzie to discuss Able Made, philanthropy and her generous support for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.
October 1, 2019
Strahan, Sara and Keke' Deals and Steals on brands supporting the fight against breast cancer
Able Made has donated over $10,000 to Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. Every sock style supports a different cause.
May 11, 2018
Able Made x The Met: A Museum-Worthy Sock Collection
Make it a fashionable Friday with these simply exquisite 'works of art' for your feet any art collector would be proud to wear.
March 3, 2017
B-Corp Boot CAmp
Suzanne is a member of the Business Leader community at the Yale Center for Business and the Environment. She contributed to B-Corp Boot Camp, on a panel of entrepreneurs who discussed real world implications and opportunities of their business status, and the pros and cons of becoming a certified B Corp or Benefit Corporation.
October 19, 2016
Design from the Inside: The Able Made Story
Filmed on October 19, 2016 at the 2016 AIGA Design Conference
A personal tragedy led Suzanne McKenzie to start Able Made, an active lifestyle fashion brand that promotes healthy living and gives back to city youth through soccer. In this video, she talks about how design can solve the biggest problems, inspire, and promote a connected humanity.
October 30, 2015
FTBC SPOTLIGHT: ABLE MADE SOCKS
"We ask our customers to share the causes that are closest to their hearts, and breast cancer research is one of the top causes they selected. The statistics are alarming. About one in eight U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. [...]
Often, in those situations, you can feel helpless. I want to empower our community–people who have been diagnosed, survivors, families and friends–and give them a way to stay positive and to help."
6/25/2014
On-the-go-giveaway
Able Made was featured by Oh Joy Studio, founded by Joy Cho, author of six books and consulted for hundreds of creative businesses around the world. Joy has given keynote speeches on entrepreneurship, leadership, and business at many conferences and companies including Alt Summit, Pinterest HQ, Target HQ, and Hallmark HQ. For two years in a row, Joy was named one of Time’s 30 Most Influential People on the Internet.
May 2, 2014
PAY IT FORWARD
This author had a personal connection to Ucal McKenzie.
Sometimes I view the internet as a great big, black hole, and other times I am amazed at the way it connects the dots ... When I spoke to my daughter about him today, she got a little misty eyed when she said “Mom, Ucal was the face of all guidance at our school.” It made me feel Suzanne’s passion all the more intensely, and I immediately wanted to share this innovative company with all of my readers ... If we as consumers remember that the choices we make fuel the economy, collectively our dollars can have a real impact.
April 18, 2014
Power in Numbers
We chatted with Suzanne McKenzie, founder of Able Made, about her company, the Loomstate x Able Made collaboration, going organic, and how she spends her weekends. Read on and make sure to visit Able Made for our collaborative tee as well as tons of other unique and socially conscious products.
December 5, 2013
Holiday Finds for the Fashion-Obsessed
Able Made X WHIT Clutch designed in collaboration with Whitney Pozgay.
From dreamy designer bags to super chic accessories, these must-haves are perfect for those impossible-to-shop-fors.
August 21, 2013
We're Loving These Hoop Earrings From Jewelry Designer Melissa Joy Manning That Are Sustainable AND Benefit Charity!
If you are paying more attention to the environmental and social impact of your purchases, you'll want to know more about jewelry designer Melissa Joy Manning, who not only cares about sustainability but is also giving a portion of the proceeds from her new collection to charity. This sounds like a win-win situation, right?
10/31/2013
E-commerce Site Able Made Gearing Up for Holidays
WILLING AND ABLE: Loomstate’s Scott Mackinlay Hahn, Melissa Joy Manning, Apple’s creative director Alan Dye and Whit’s Whitney Pozgay are among the collaborators joining forces with the socially responsible e-commerce site Able Made. They have created exclusive items for the e-tailer, which aims “to offer products that make others more able” by supporting select charitable causes.
January 24, 2013
Do Good & Look Good With This Bracelet By The Brave Collection
This do-gooder arm candy is available exclusively at Able Made, an e-commerce — founded by a former MoMA art director — that aims to impact the world through its inventory.
November 26, 2012
Public School and Able Made Collaborate To Help With Education in Developing Countries
The Lobo Tote Bag [...] helps their goals of getting children in developing nations access to education. With the help of Pencils of Promise, the sales of the tote will provide one-year education for 120 children who need it most.
