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ISSUE 98 / 2017
FASHION
Over the years there has been an increasing awareness that sometimes the clothes we are purchasing, are not always
made in as ethical a fashion, as we would like to imagine.
WHY RECLAIMED VINTAGE FASHION IS THE PERFECT ADDITION
TO YOUR WADROBE
When some of your favourite high street
brands aren't sourcing their clothing
ethically it may be time to turn to
something new, or old?
Reclaimed vintage pieces use vintage
materials to create and rework new and
often unique trendy items. That will bring
something a little more special to your
wardrobe than perhaps Primark or H&M
will.
So why not check out these brands that
are doing it the right way:
Reuse, Reinvent, Revive is a high end
collection of vintage fashion that has been
reworked by Anne Bernecker, a fashion
designer, trend consultant and trend
forecaster.
She sources materials from her travels to
create truly special one off pieces. Think
bejewelled denim and lots of sparkle!
Asos Marketplace offers a more
affordable version of reworked vintage
pieces with painted leather jackets and
floaty floral dresses there's plenty to
choose from. This is one to check out for
all the boho-chic gals out there.
Urban Outfitters also have a section
called Urban Renewal which sources
vintage materials you can rework into
cool new items. Head over there for some
authentic grungy indie vibes true to the
Urban Outfitters brand and style.
We Are Cow have a very retro reworked
vintage collection that is great for
everyday style.
Or if you're feeling really creative why not
give it a go yourself? Try your local vintage
and charity shops and find yourself some
hidden gems that you can rework into
something you will truly treasure.
