Fashion Revolution's Mend in Public Day Encourages Repair & Reuse
Laura McQuarrie — April 25, 2025 — Art & Design
References: fashionrevolution.org & fashionunited.uk
As part of Fashion Revolution Week, non-profit organization Fashion Revolution is inviting people to participate in Mend in Public Day on April 26th. This day dedicated to repairing garments unites people from around the world and challenges the notion that garments with visible holes or undone seams have reached the end of their usable life and are destined for a landfill.
Fortunately for those who never learned how to be creative with a needle, or have simply forgotten, tips, instructions and tricks are shared in abundance, as are online workshops.
Fast fashion popularized cheap, disposable clothing and eroded the tradition of repair, but a growing number of people are embracing mending as a quiet act of rebellion—restoring value, individuality, and sustainability to what they wear.
Image Credit: Liv Simpliciano, Fashion Revolution
Fortunately for those who never learned how to be creative with a needle, or have simply forgotten, tips, instructions and tricks are shared in abundance, as are online workshops.
Fast fashion popularized cheap, disposable clothing and eroded the tradition of repair, but a growing number of people are embracing mending as a quiet act of rebellion—restoring value, individuality, and sustainability to what they wear.
Image Credit: Liv Simpliciano, Fashion Revolution
Trend Themes
1. Mend-it-yourself Movement - The rising DIY mending culture revitalizes traditional sewing skills and empowers consumers to imbue their clothing with personal touches and durability.
2. Visible Mending Aesthetics - The concept of visible mending shifts perceptions, making repaired garments symbols of authenticity and environmental consciousness rather than imperfections.
3. Community Repair Events - Garment-mending events foster community spirit and provide educational platforms for sustainable fashion practices, countering the fast fashion industry's wasteful norms.
Industry Implications
1. Sustainable Fashion Industry - The sustainable fashion sector benefits from a resurgence in repair culture, advocating for garment longevity and reducing textile waste.
2. Craft Education Industry - Educational resources focusing on crafts and DIY projects gain traction as individuals seek knowledge to repair and reinterpret their clothing.
3. Online Workshop Platforms - Digital platforms offering workshops and tutorials on garment mending experience increased demand as consumers look to enhance their sewing skills.
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