Future-proof your brand…
Navigating the world of sustainable fashion can feel like trying to find your way through a labyrinth without a map.
But it doesn't have to be that complicated.
My role is to make sustainability accessible and actionable for small businesses. Whether you're just starting up, or looking to refine your existing strategy - we'll dive deep into the nitty-gritty, but in a way that's actually enjoyable.
My role is to make sustainability accessible and actionable for small businesses. Whether you're just starting up, or looking to refine your existing strategy - we'll dive deep into the nitty-gritty, but in a way that's actually enjoyable.
We love Australian brands as well as the SMEs of the textile and manufacturing industry across Australia they support!
SERVICES:
4 Stages
1. The Snapshot & The Vision
Transparency for the company
Understanding your material sourcing and current range of fibres
Becoming aware of the extent of your known supply chain. How many tiers are you aware of?
Deciding what sustainability goals (SDGs) are important to the brand
What is your brand's 'why' and what sustainability design principles make a nice fit
Understanding your Scope 1, 2 and 3 corporate emissions.
Building relationships and starting conversations with your suppliers - What types of questions do you need to be asking?
Education about specific Certifications and Accreditation that would be helpful for both you and your suppliers.
Defining your preferred fibres list (appropriate to your product/s and values)
3. The Nitty Gritty
2. Going deeper and getting curious
LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) of your product/s
Building in EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) to your company model
Auditing your waste and recycling processes
Strategising where to implement best practice
…Everything from materials, design, production and personnel, to packaging, logistics and overheads.
(with care for you customer and bottom line)
Supplier connections
Redesigning and enhancing product/s and processes where needed with a focus on economic viability
Considering different models of business
Preparing for relevant certification and accreditations (if needed)
4. Taking action
A guide to get you started…
Let’s face it, there’s a lot of terminology being thrown around out there.
This 2024 guide is for Australian businesses in the fashion industry (of any scale) who needs to understand the jargon, and what it means for you and your company.
What’s included:
Sustainable Textiles List
Acronyms explained
What to look for in a manufacturer
Certifications and Accreditations
Governing Bodies
Regulation: In place, and upcoming
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Digital (preferred)
Physical (20 x 30cm book printed on FSC Certified paper)
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In putting together this guide, we consulted with various experts and bodies, including:
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Blog:
My Melbourne-centric musings on what's happening in the fashion industry.
Breakthroughs; Tech; Consumerism; Fibre Innovation; Evolving regulations; Opinions and more.
