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"We may all have committed fashion misfires at some point, and mistakes are
commonplace for those who design our clothes too. ‘Strike-off’ refers to a
sample of fabric on which designers test materials, techniques and colours
before committing to a large quantity. Usually measuring less than 50cm in
length, they often end up being ditched.
To Jennifer Droguett, Colombian-Chilean designer and founder of the
London-based Anciela couture label, others’ mistakes are creative
opportunities. The dress pictured here is made using fabric offcuts from a
strike-off custom lurex jacquard weave, which have been stuffed with recycled
packaging wool and studio offcuts. It’s typical of Anciela’s output as a
business whose no-waste policy doesn’t get in the way of celebrating South
American folklore and experimental tailoring.
Prioritising sustainability is “the only way forward” said Droguett. “When you
set certain boundaries, you can easily make design and business decisions that
align.”
What gives her hope? The swelling community of likeminded people in the
industry. “It’s at every stage of the supply chain now,” she said, “from
farmers and activists to makers and journalists, there’s a sense of urgency and
willingness to do something.”
Droguett is set to be in good company then showcasing Anciela’s wares at The
Good Clothes Show, which kicks off at the NEC in Birmingham, UK, on Friday. The
brand new event has drawn inevitable comparisons to the former Clothes Show
Live, which ran for 20 years until 2014. Its mission is to inspire positive
change in the mainstream market by bridging pop culture and sustainable
fashion.
“As fast fashion grows faster than ever, so does the urgency for a change in
consumer awareness,” Kara Mooney, the creative and event director, told
Positive News. “Our vision is to demonstrate what people can gain from more
sustainable fashion choices, rather than what they may think they need to give
up.”"
Cheers,
*** Xanni ***
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mailto:xanni@xanadu.net Andrew Pam
http://xanadu.com.au/ Chief Scientist, Xanadu
https://glasswings.com.au/ Partner, Glass Wings
https://sericyb.com.au/ Manager, Serious Cybernetics
