who

Question was coFounded by
Jess Stepanski + Meredith Kole

who: jess stepanski | mother of 4

Jess has always had a unique sense of style, and values stylish, luxurious and comfortable clothing that makes her feel like the amazing person everyone deserves to be. For many years, Jess has been a consumer of luxury apparel. She began to notice a pattern that after coveting/acquiring a beautiful item she was often left feeling as if her new purchase depleted her in some way rather than simply adding value to her wardrobe. Jess began to "question" her accumulation of physical possession. The brand was born out of Jess's own spiritual quest to better understand herself and her legacy. As she studied and learned, a shift in her consciousness occurred. Jess became more active in the world of non-profits, particularly focusing her energies on solving the problem of family homelessness in her community. It became evident that there was a path to link Jess's passion for beautiful things with her soul's burning desire to impact humankind. Question is that connection.

who: meredith kole | mother of 4

For Meredith, art and creativity have always added dimension to her life. With a background in fine arts and advertising design, she was able to merge the two into a successful career as a graphic designer. From starting two of her own companies to branding multiple corporations, being creative truly defines her. As a mother of 4 children she tries to inspire and encourage the arts in their everyday life. And when life's challenges arise, she has always used art to help her understand and accept the process.

The story of the brand began organically at a lunch between these long time friends (as chance would have it meeting about a completely different creative concept). Innocently, Mer mentioned an idea she had to add interrogative statements to the bottom of sweatpants. On the care ride home it was like the floodgates of Jess's creativty opened and Question was born.

The very way that this brand came to be is the hallmark of its mission. A brand created authentically and genuinely by two minds living very different lives, but when connected elevate each other through inspiration, compassion and sharing with no agenda. It became no question, that together we can make an impact on the way people think about their life's story and connect to the world around them.