At this point, we’ve all heard about the Made in America movement. People around the country are opting for products that are crafted with care in their home country. Many of us even understand what these Made in America products can do for our economy by boosting the number of jobs and keeping business’ dollars in their country of origin.

But what we might not understand is all the challenges that go along with Made in America products, especially in the fashion industry. James Belzer’s new documentary, Make it in America, seeks to uncover those challenges and shed light on the reinvigoration of fashion manufacturing in the United States.

The Fashioned in America exhibit at Phoenix art Museum, which coincides with the release of Belzer’s documentary, is “an exhibition about how economics, ecology and labor ethics are driving a revival of fashion designs made in the United States” (PHXart.org).

The exhibit features over 40 pieces ranging from gowns to capes to leggings and beanies. Below is a sampling of looks you can expect to see at Phoenix Art Museum from now through March 15th. The exhibit will also feature an edited version of the Make it in America documentary, a visual history of the fashion industry and interviews with key individuals in the modern world of fashion.

We urge you to stop by the museum and learn more about just how fabulous American manufacturing can be.

 Anna Sui (American, born 1964), Dress, Spring 2014.
Polyester tulle with cotton and nylon embroidery.
Lent by Anna Sui.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Gilles Mendel for J. Mendel (French, born 1955), Evening dress, Spring 2009.
Silk lace, silk tulle and metal mosaic trim.
Gift of J. Mendel in honor of the exhibition Extending the Runway: Tatiana Sorokko Style.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Monique Lhuillier (Filipino, born 1971), Evening Dress, Spring, 2013.
Digitally printed silk chiffon.
Gift of Monique Lhuillier.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Nanette Lepore (American, born 1964), Dress, Fall 2013.
Cotton, viscose and leather.
Lent by Nanette Lepore.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Chado Ralph Rucci (American, born 1957), “Motherwell” Infanta Gown, Spring 2005.
Alligator leather on silk tulle, duchess silk satin.
Gift of Chado Ralph Rucci in honor of the Museum’s 50th Anniversary.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Greg Chait of The Elder Statesman (American, born 1978), Sweater, leggings and hat, Fall 2013/2014.
Cashmere.
Lent by The Elder Statesman.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Wes Gordon (American, born 1987), Cocktail dress, Spring 2014.
Viscose and nylon.
Lent by Wes Gordon.
Photo by Ken Howie.

Yeolee Teng (American, born 1955) “Mobius” ensemble, Fall 2008.
Double-faced wool, viscose and elastane.
Gift of Yeohlee Teng in honor of the exhibition Extending the Runway: Tatiana Sorokko Style.
Photo by Ken Howie.

For more information on Fashioned in America, visit PHXart.org.