Image credit: Claire Gaffney via Unsplash In Japanese, the word boro (ぼろ) literally means “tattered” or “ragged.” Yet in the world of textiles, boro has become a symbol of endurance, resourcefulness, and beauty born from necessity. What is Boro? Boro refers to cloth that has been patched and re-patched over generations. Traditionally, families in rural… Read More the beauty of boro: japan’s tradition of visible mending
Whenever I write about famous designers, I approach them with care, as I know they put immense effort into protecting their work and creative vision. This is completely understandable, but I also feel that it’s important to shine a light on those designers who are pushing the boundaries of traditional fashion by embracing a more… Read More Fashion Designers who are Using Mycelium
The fashion industry is amidst a revolutionary transformation, wanting to move away from fast fashion towards a sustainable future. There is growing awareness of the damage to the environment caused by textiles like cotton and polyester. There is a growing demand for eco-friendly alternatives such as Mycotex, Piñatex, and Orange Fibre. These are at the… Read More The Future of Textiles: Moving From Fast Fashion to Sustainable Innovation
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