ASOS Africa 2013 S/S Collection
byThe online fashion boutique ASOS’ Africa 2013 collection takes inspiration from the East African countries of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
FASHION
Stella McCartney: ‘There’s no excuse for fur in this day and age’
byWhen you say ‘eco fashion’, one of the first names that come to mind is fashion designer Stella McCartney. Her values of being environmentally aware transcend fashion, making her an authentic force in the industry.
Greening the Fashion Industry: Eco Pioneer Lynda Grose
byEco fashion didn’t just come about: certain people got the sewing machines in motion, bringing the benefits of green clothing our way. One of these inspiring women and eco pioneer, is Lynda Grose.
Avant Garde dress Submission Form
byAvant Garde dress is a Live Eco design initiative brought to you by Pick n Pay. The idea behind the competition is to inspire young designers to think more sustainably and holistically when it comes to their creations and instill an element of eco-consciousness into their design skills.
Avant Garde dress 2013 Teaser {Video}
byAugust is d-day for our Avant Garde dress 2013 contestants. 2nd year design students from DAF, CTCFD, Elizabeth Galloway, CPUT, Fedisa and Northlink will be submitting their submissions on 16 August 2013 and we can’t wait to see their ideas.
Anthropologie Launches Rags2Riches Capsule Collection
byANTHROPOLOGIE has partnered with eco-ethical company Rags2Riches on a capsule collection. The line – which is available to buy online now – features three brightly coloured woven bags.
Stella McCartney’s Recycled Faux-Python Bags Boost Employment in Africa
byStella McCartney, has recently launched recycled faux-python bags that are made in Africa! This British designer, famous for her commitment to animal rights and vegetarian lifestyle, is an industry leader in creating eco non-leather shoes and handbags.
Avant Garde welcomes vida e caffè on board
byWe are thrilled to announce our latest partner, Vida e Caffe, for this year’s Avant Garde upcycled design competition.
Asos Reclaimed Vintage
byMaking use of discarded clothing, excess fabric and designs from decades past the Asos Green Room presents Reclaimed Vintage. Sourced by a team of ‘vintage experts who trawl the world’s house clearances, garages and warehouse sales, reworking pieces alongside authentic vintage finds’.
Topshop Launches Second Reclaim to Wear Collection
byTopshop has reunited with Orsola de Castro’s Reclaim to Wear initiative for a second collection of womenswear derived from upcycled materials, including production offcuts and surplus stock otherwise bound for the landfill.