Recreated Designer Jeans to Support Oceana
References: treehugger
Upscale designers including Alexander Wang, Ann Demeulemeester, Bottega Veneta, Derek Lam, Rodarte, Rogan, Stella McCartney, and Versace grouped together on a project to create one-of-a-kind fashions from pre-loved denim.
The recreated pieces, which are currently being displayed at Barneys New York’s Madison Avenue windows, will be up for bid on eBay with 100% of the proceeds going to Oceana’s efforts to protect marine habitats.
The high fashion denim designer creations can also be found in Elle Magazine’s May 09 Earth Day themed issue.
The recreated pieces, which are currently being displayed at Barneys New York’s Madison Avenue windows, will be up for bid on eBay with 100% of the proceeds going to Oceana’s efforts to protect marine habitats.
The high fashion denim designer creations can also be found in Elle Magazine’s May 09 Earth Day themed issue.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Fashion - The trend of upcycling pre-loved denim to create unique designer pieces presents an opportunity for brands to tap into sustainable and eco-friendly fashion.
2. Charitable Fashion - The growing trend of collaborating with upscale designers to create charity fashion collections allows brands to align themselves with a cause while generating revenue for a charity.
3. Eco-conscious Collaborations - The collaboration between designers, retailers, and charities to create environmentally friendly fashion collections demonstrates the potential for disruptive innovation in the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and philanthropy.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can leverage the trend of upcycled charity denim to incorporate sustainable practices and contribute to philanthropic causes.
2. Retail - Retailers can explore partnerships with designers and charities to showcase exclusive collections, attracting eco-conscious consumers and driving sales while supporting a cause.
3. Charity - Charities can collaborate with fashion designers and retailers to create fundraising opportunities through the sale of upcycled charity denim, expanding their impact and reach.
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