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London-based textiles designer Maddie Williams works as ethically and sustainably as possible, for instance using old Royal Mail sacks in her renewable designs. Her garments are mainly made up of reclaimed and repurposed materials as well as organic and ethically sourced, natural fibres. Speaking to It’s Nice That, Maddie tells us “I have a love of texture, I’m always trying to find ways to create new fabrics that make people wonder what they’re made of, or want to touch”. Maddie’s…

Fashion designer Julia Krantz has created this collection of garments comprising translucent fabrics draped over metal frames. Called Shell, the symmetrical garments formed Krantz's final project while studying at HDK School of Design and Crafts in Gothenburg, Sweden. More fashion on Dezeen » Here is some more information from Julia Krantz: In my final project I

ALCYONEUM OCEANUS Collection Exploring the relationship between combining unconventional materials such as concrete, resin and recycled plastics with delicate embroidery to create contemporary bespoke embroidered designs. Playful and intricate 3d embroideries capture the essence of coral reefs and bring them to life. Pools of resin provide calm contrasts to very busy reefs.

An embroidery collection inspired by the organic structure of crystals and amethysts. Using unconventional materials and processes to create a glowing wearable surface.

Materials that support the transition towards a more sustainable artistic practice