The Conscious Edit
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THE BAGS:
Akatue
Akatue founder Liberty Clayton has used her experience as a Savile Row-trained tailor to set up a bag brand that provides careers for African artisans. Akatue prioritises a circular mindset by using elephant grass – one of the most sustainable materials on the planet thanks to naturally high yields and low water requirements – to weave the bags. With its non-toxic dyes and ethically sourced leather, Akatue blends traditional African designs with British craftsmanship.
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THE FOOTWEAR:
Amanu
Amanu is a footwear brand that focuses on leather craftsmanship. After travelling to Kiera, the largest slum in Africa, the founders discovered communities that were resourceful and resilient, so they set out to create a brand that embodied those values. Amanu’s minimalist styles are timeless and elegant – and everything is designed to be worn for years to come.
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THE UNDERWEAR:
KYE Intimates
Balancing functionality with sensuality, KYE’s intimate pieces are handcrafted in LA using deadstock and renewable materials. Its swimwear collection is made from a lightweight, buttery material that biodegrades in five years. Everything is produced within a female-owned factory, and any worn samples are donated to charities that distribute menstrual hygiene products to women in need.
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THE RESORTWEAR:
ESCVDO
On a mission to uphold Peru’s ancestral textile heritage, ESCVDO employs over 400 artisans from across the country to produce one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces. All of the alpaca wool used is sourced from local farmers who use traditional shearing methods, and all its cotton pieces are crafted from GOTS certified materials. With a local and ethical supply chain, the brand seeks to empower local communities and reduce environmental impact.
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THE ATHLEISURE:
GNGR Bees
The athleisure industry is often labelled one of the most wasteful in fashion. GNGR Bees hopes to change that by creating sleek workout clothing from reclaimed, upcycled and recycled materials. The brand also supports environmental projects across the globe, including plastic collection from the oceans and restoring ecosystems within rainforests.
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THE REPAIR SERVICE:
AllSaints
AllSaints has introduced a new sustainable initiative called 'Repair Rewear' giving customers the chance to bring in their old leather pieces for restoration. In an effort to reduce consumption, the repair service will improve the longevity of these pieces by restoring lining rips and tears, replacing lost fastenings and restitching where needed. The service is free of charge until the end of August when it will then become a paid-for service. Currently, it's available at the brand’s London stores but will be rolled out to the rest of the UK later this year.
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THE LABEL:
Jaaf
Jaaf stands out with its unique prints and use of colour, but also because its exceptional artisans produce clothes to match the calibre of luxury labels. Production partners are selected not only for their skill but also for their focus on fair pay, health benefits and safe working conditions. Jaaf tries to reduce carbon emissions by sourcing materials from Italy and manufacturing in Poland.
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THE POP-UP:
Alémais
Known for its colourful, printed pieces, Australian womenswear brand Alémais is hosting two pop-ups in London this summer. With sustainability at its core, it plants a tree for every item sold, uses only renewable energy at its HQ, and all orders are shipped carbon neutrally. The first pop-up will be a space in Harvey Nichols from the start of July, and the second will be located in Selfridges from 29th July.
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