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BEEN London makes accessories entirely from recycled materials. Prioritising social impact and sustainability, the team behind the brand have since been combining innovation with local skills and heritage to create thoughtful products designed with functionality and durability in mind. Every piece is made entirely by hand in one of the last remaining East London leather workshops and on average has a carbon footprint 10 times smaller than a high street equivalent.
Design & Manufacturing (Footwear, Jewellery & Accessories) / London
20+ years at Textiles Intelligence (specialist publishing company) has given me a good understanding of key industry trends, and extensive experience in research – for writing and editing reports on the global industry. I now work on a freelance basis, as a business advisor, helping companies with their sustainability and communications strategies. My motivation is to help in the creation of a more sustainable textile supply chain, and to assist in the communications related to this work. In addition to my experience in textiles, I have also completed an in-depth course on Business Sustainability Management with the University of Cambridge...
I am developing a fashion label focused on innovative summer beach and resort wear, specialising in "towel clothing" made from high-quality terry cloth fabric. The garments will be designed to keep wearers dry while eliminating the need for separate towels, allowing for a seamless transition from swimming to lounging. Inspired by the vibrant styles of 60's and 70's beachwear, the product range will feature classic silhouettes and bold patterns with a modern twist. Strengths I would bring to a Future Fashion Factory Project: 1. Innovative Design Perspective: My focus on "towel clothing" blends functionality and style, aligning with the project’s...
A particular interest in the construction of clothing, considering dimension and scale. Research of uniforms, body language and tailoring, examining masculinities and gender in a modern fashion context.
Bendi is a data science company developing technology to automate the collection and management of sustainability data. We bring together sustainability information from a variety of sources - from supply chain tracking to product impacts. Bendi helps brands communicate data-backed sustainability claims.
BetaJester Ltd is a digital experiences outfit based in Yorkshire, UK. We focus on developing bespoke VR, AR, and gaming solutions to our client’s problems. Over the last few years, we have built a multitude of virtual training environments, 360° marketing tools, branded games, and many other VR and AR experiences. We're looking to work with highly motivated companies and individuals interested in exploring how these immersive and innovative technologies can improve their business, both internally and externally.
Academic researcher with interest in responsible retailing, specifically environmental and social sustainability within the fashion retail field, the intersection of emerging digital technologies and sustainability and responsible fashion pedagogy. Recent related research publications listed below. I am particularly interested in joining the Network Plus Back to Baselines in Circular Fashion & Textiles to apply for the Sustainable Transition Fund related to two of the five key areas of research: Assessing innovation progress currently and for emerging and future and understanding and influencing cultures and behaviours. Alexander, B. and Rutter, C. (2022) ‘Towards Transformation: Digitalization, Sustainability and Customer Experience’ Journal of Fashion Practice,...
Lingerie designer and illustrator, currently working on the launch of my own brand of lingerie and swimwear for a very focused market.
Design & Manufacturing (Lingerie and Intimates) / West Yorkshire
My ethos is “Style over Trend” for women of all ages, shapes, heights and sizes. Celebrating the merits of a great quality capsule wardrobe of versatile, easy to style and wear pieces that can be made seasonal and personal with the clever use of accessories. I believe in using mostly natural and sustainable materials in everything I do, from the fabrics (silk and Modal), to the cardboard hangers down to recyclable packaging materials. Good design meets expert craftsmanship, with all my items are created in the UK to support British manufacturing and innovation. I work from my Oxford studio on...
Secondhand fashion is clearly booming– but it still has barriers: 53% of consumers find secondhand shopping too time-consuming and 40% are deterred by communication and haggling on resale apps like Vinted and Depop. Here’s where Big Sister Swap comes in. We are the first to merge clothes swapping with personal styling. Customers send in their unwanted clothes, specify their preferences, and our stylists curate a box of clothes to send back. In one effortless transaction, we solve the pain points of secondhand: customers keep their clothes in circulation and gain a sustainable wardrobe update – in a one stop swap....