The Sustainable Fashion Wingman

Welcome to Season 6 of the podcast and we’re starting with a special episode to celebrate Second-hand September with a trailblazer of the second-hand fashion movement.

In this episode we hear from Maria Chenoweth, Chief Executive of the second-hand charity TRAID. With a dozen stores found on London's high streets, TRAID offers an alternative and more sustainable way to dress.

With the 25th anniversary, hear how TRAID is going from strength to strength, launching new initiatives and giving consumers even more ways to shop sustainably. Listen in an learn how you get in TRAID’s Closet Clear-out Challenge!

Learn more about TRAIDE at https://traid.org.uk/

If you’d like to pop down to the Granary Square Classic Car Boot Sale on the 28th September, 10 am to 6 pm (2024), learn more here

https://www.citizenticket.com/events/hemingwaydesign/the-classic-car-boot-sale-2/

And check out the Charity Supermarket in Brent Cross and find out more about that here https://www.hemingwaydesign.co.uk/projects/charity-super-mkt

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In this episode, we talk with Teresa Carmona about her journey from working at the UN’s Cop 25 to establishing her circular fashion business Revive. 

In our conversation, we delve into Teresa's transition from fashion styling to founding Revive, exploring her motivations and the influence of her work at Cop 25. We also look at the concept of circular fashion and how Revive embodies it through its innovative approach of creating a loving and personal bond with our clothes.

Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Teresa shares how it shaped Revive's direction, presenting both obstacles and opportunities. We uncover the services Revive provides, including its creative upcycling collections and unique repair service, affectionately dubbed the "Tattoo Shop."

As a solopreneur in the sustainable fashion industry, Teresa discusses the advantages and challenges of running a solo operation, along with her plans to expand Revive and collaborate with more artists in the future.

Beyond Revive, Teresa's involvement with the Ellen MacArthur Foundation offers insight into her broader impact in circular fashion. We explore the challenges brands face in transitioning to circular design and the unique opportunities and obstacles for women in the industry.

Looking ahead, Teresa shares her vision for the future of sustainable fashion and the role she hopes Revive will play in shaping it. Finally, she offers valuable advice to aspiring entrepreneurs looking to start their own service-based sustainable fashion business.

Learn more about Revive at https://www.revivelondon.co.uk/

You can also connect with Teresa on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-carmona-3852a38b/

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In this episode, we dive into the heart of Manchester's fashion scene with Caroline Herz, Co-founder of The Yard Atelier. The Yard Atelier is a community-driven project offering a collaborative space for emerging designers to embark on their sustainable fashion journey.

We explore Caroline's background in the fashion industry, leading to her pivotal realisation of the urgent need for sustainability. This realisation spurred her to establish The Yard Atelier, a haven for budding creatives seeking support and guidance in building responsible fashion businesses.

Caroline sheds light on The Yard's mission, emphasising its commitment to fostering a supportive community and promoting sustainable practices. With a focus on collaboration and shared goals, The Yard Atelier provides a nurturing environment for both established brands and aspiring entrepreneurs.

Despite facing challenges in its inception, including securing support and navigating community involvement, The Yard Atelier officially launched earlier this year, marking a significant contribution in the regeneration of Manchester's Cheetham Hill area.

Looking ahead, Caroline envisions growth for The Yard Atelier while maintaining its core values of sustainability and community engagement. She encourages listeners to explore opportunities for involvement, regardless of their location. 

You can learn how at https://theyardatelier.co.uk/
Or find out more from Caroline at https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolineherz/

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In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of sustainable fashion careers with Joseph Mountain, a trailblazer who has swiftly risen in the industry.

Joseph, a graduate of Manchester Metropolitan University, shares his journey from fashion student to sustainability strategist at N Brown Group. He discusses pivotal moments, including the inception of the Future Fashion Fair (FFF), which played a crucial role in shaping his career and personal brand.

Joseph elaborates on his passion for sustainability, the challenges it presents for the fashion industry, and actionable steps the industry can take. From leveraging personal brand to securing a dream job, Joseph offers invaluable advice for aspiring students and professionals looking to make their mark in sustainable fashion.

Listen in for a wealth of insights that promise to inspire and inform students, graduates, and enthusiasts alike.

You can find out more about the Future Fashion Fair at https://www.futurefashionfair.com/

And if you’d like to chat with Joseph, you can connect with him on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/joseph-mountain/

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In this episode, we talk with Paull Skevington, founder of the start-up brand Parietti, about his goal of providing cyclists with a more sustainable option of cyclewear.

We hear of Paul’s background from his origins in the UK to his family’s relocation to Spain where he found the inspiration for Parietti.

In Paul’s words, cyclewear has a polyester problem, so we hear how Parietti is addressing the overuse of virgin polyester.

Listen in to learn more about Paul’s passion for circularity and his mission to build “a Patagonia for cycling”.

Find out more about the cycle brand at Parietti.cc

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It’s a new year and a new episode of the podcast, where we talk with Caroline Trend from the start-up creative hub, De Ronde, and Ben Atkinson, founder of start-up brand, GoofyPro.

We hear how De Ronde supports sports brands in every aspect of launching and developing, particularly, in a sustainable way. And we hear from Ben’s perspective, how De Ronde is doing that for GoofyPro.

Listen in and we hear how important UK manufacturing is to both Caroline and Ben and the benefits this has for UK brands.

 We also find out that De Ronde is not just a manufacturing hub but also an educational platform to help startups learn about sustainability and what it involves to drive their brands in a responsible direction.

If you’d like to learn more about sustainable, UK manufacturing from De Ronde you can do so at https://derondecreativehub.com/ 

And find more about Ben’s brand, GoofyPro at https://goofypro.com/ (launching soon!)

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In this episode, we learn just how much good can be put back into the world by buying a bag!

We hear from Ian Bentley, co-founder of the California-based brand, Parker Clay. Although, the Parker Clay manufacturing hub is across the globe in Ethiopia, where Ian and his family set out to create training and employment opportunities for communities there.

We learn about the Parker Clay journey and its mission to combat human trafficking and social injustices in the native home of their adopted daughter. 

Ian tells us why Parker Clay is not just a brand, but a business helping to elevate the economy and people in its locality. As well as providing sustainable and ethical sourcing options for the leather goods trade.

Find out more about Parker Clay at https://www.parkerclay.com/ and if you’re interested in share opportunities with this growing and positive business, they currently have a funding round open till mid-November 2023, learn more and get in there quick at https://invest.parkerclay.com/

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In this episode, we explore the world of sustainable fashion with Marci Zaroff, a pioneer who introduced the term "eco-fashion" in the 1990s. Marci's journey began with organic food, and she later transitioned seamlessly into fashion, becoming a powerhouse in the eco-fashion scene with several green brands under her belt.

During the episode, Marci describes the mission of her brand, YESand, and shares her experience as a published author of the book "(eco)renaissance". She also emphasizes the critical role of regenerative agriculture in her work and discusses her involvement in shaping industry standards like the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTs) and leading the Textile Exchange as its Chairperson.

We also delve into YESand's approach to climate action and sustainable cotton, as well as Marci's ambitious regenerative agriculture project, "Reset Cotton." Finally, Marci shares her vision for the future of sustainable fashion, one that prioritizes the health of both people and the planet, and offers valuable advice to businesses seeking to embrace sustainability.

Explore more about Marci Zaroff and her eco-manufacturing and brands at the following links:

metawearorganic.com
Farmtohome.com
joinyesand.com
Marcizaroff.com

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In this episode, we discuss sustainability in children's footwear with Ali McAleavy, the founder of Zig + Star.
Ali shares with us the inspiration behind starting Zig + Star and how they are addressing the gap in the market for sustainable childrenswear.
We also learned about the steps Zig + Star is taking to offer a more eco-friendly option for kid's footwear, as well as hear valuable advice on starting a responsible kidswear brand.

You can learn more about Zig + Star at https://zigandstar.com/
And find out more about the great work being done by Sals Shoes at https://www.salsshoes.com/

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One thing we often hear from consumers is the difficulty in finding sustainable alternatives when shopping for clothes.

In this episode, we’re talking to Fatimah El-Rashid, co-founder of Shady Club and the browser extension Shade. An app that is set to revolutionise the way we shop online but rating products and even suggesting more sustainable alternatives in real-time.

Listen in as we hear how Shade came about, how it works, and how it’s helping break down the barriers to sustainable consumerism - helping you shop and dress more sustainably.

You can try the Shade extension yourself at https://www.shadyclub.com/

And feel free to feedback or find out more from Fatimah on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/fatimahelrashid/

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