Look Out For These Sustainable Brands At The Boutique Fairs 2019
The shopping extravaganza returns
The Boutique Fairs Spring/Summer 2019 edition returns from 29 to 31 March 2019 with another stellar line-up of curated brands. We take a closer look at 11 independent and socially responsible labels that will showcase their products at the much-anticipated event. Expect ethically produced fashion apparel, handcrafted jewellery, lifestyle products and more!
Ans-Ein offers wearable art for the stylish woman and her little ones. Unique graphics, illustrations and batik prints rendered on kimono tops, wrap dresses and jumpsuits make for effortless looks with whimsical flair. The local label also employs sustainable design techniques such as paperless pattern drafting and cutting that minimises waste, as well as multi-functional design.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: SS19 Collection.
Founded in India in 2017 and having established a presence in Melbourne in 2018, Vie creates one-of-a-kind jewellery pieces fashioned out of re-purposed buttons and handcrafted in limited quantities. Centered around founder Vibitha's travels and cultural roots, each collection showcases the raw beauty of old, leftover and rejected buttons. Besides running it's button factory by windmill-sourced energy, the sustainable women-run brand also uses recyclable packaging.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: Parisian-inspired Spring Collection up-cycled from rejected shell buttons used in luxury labels (such as Christian Dior, Armani and Burberry).
Capsule by Edith designs for the modern woman who takes on different roles. Think off-the-shoulder dresses, ruffled cold shoulder tops and printed shirt dresses that are feminine, versatile and effortless.
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Designer Nelly Chen takes a modern approach to everyday children's wear, creating imaginative looks inspired by her childhood fantasies. From handpicking the finest materials to hand-drawing signature prints, each Nellystella collection is crafted with a personal touch and utmost care.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: 2 new womenswear designs and an exclusive tote bag.
Stephanie Wong Jewellery is a culmination of former product designer, Stephanie Wong's love for design and goldsmithing. All pieces are produced from her studio in Singapore, handcrafted with ethically sourced precious metals, natural colored diamonds, colored gemstones and recycled gold and sterling silver.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: Spring/Summer 2019 Mini collection, Nature's Wonders, and new designs from on-going collections, Authentica, Ellipse & Les Colores.
A passion and love for old furniture led sisters Emelie and Ellen Heden to launch Scandinavian vintage and antique furniture brand Möbler. Every piece is sourced and handpicked in Sweden, so you can be sure they're one-of-a-kind. "At Möbler, you're not simply buying a piece of furniture – you’re buying its curiously fascinating life trajectory and narrative too."
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Homegrown label Lily and Lou aims to empower women to create their own unique clothing that will last for a long time. Customisation takes centre stage, while quality eco-friendly fabrics—such as Tencel, bamboo and deadstock fabrics that will otherwise end up at landfills—are thoughtfully sourced. Fabric scraps also are retained and made into other products as part of the brand's up-cycling initiative to eliminate wastage.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: SS19 Capsule of 3 to 5 designs, as well as a new category of accessories (bags and totes) made from fabric scraps.
Look no further than August Society for the perfect swimsuit for your next beach holiday. Created from sustainable materials (made out of recycled waste plastic that are broken down and woven into fabrics) and digital printing techniques that uses less dye and ink, the label's swimsuits are ethically produced in a small factory in Bali with reduced wastage. They also contain XtraLife Lycra® for shape retention; are chlorine, sun cream and oil-resistant; and have excellent UV protection.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: SS19 swimwear collection including one piece swimsuits, bikini separates, rash guards and leggings (that can be used in and out of the water).
Inspired by firsthand experiences working in a woodworking studio, Lyn Ng founded Studio MU / YU with a mission to bridge the gap between fashion, sustainability and value. The local accessory label showcases beautiful imperfections of wood through distinctive wooden grains, contrasting layers and exquisite textures, minimising wood waste.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: Mobile Jewelry and Necklace Workshop that focuses on making wood as an approachable material, accessible to everyone.
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Featuring relaxed, draped volumes made of durable fabrics, Reckless Erika prides itself in being the alternative voice to fast fashion and delivering quality apparel. Collections are designed in-house and made at ethical factories in Singapore and Indonesia.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: New designs.
Michelle Schulz seeks to inspire conscious shopping through structured, casual-chic pieces that are thoughtfully designed and crafted for the modern woman. The eco-friendly label makes measured efforts to reduce their carbon footprint—all garments are locally made from sustainable, organic, recycled or rescued materials under acceptable working conditions.
Exclusive launch at Boutiques: Exclusive organic cotton range.