Style and Sustainability; Photos From the Summer '18 Sustainable Fashion Show

The apparel industry's impact on water systems, greenhouse gas emissions, and waste streams make it the second largest polluting industry next to oil.  A growing number of designers, labels, and academic institutions are working to lessen the negative environmental and social impacts of this industry.

This year, we partnered with The Regeneration magazine, Reeves Reed Arboretum, Green Summit, and Sustainable Fashion Stylist Lauren Engelke to explore the many different facets of ecofashion and to bring the latest sustainable fashion designs to the Reeves-Reed runway in Summit, New Jersey.

See all of the photos in the slideshow here and check back for more updates!

AAFR^ Lace Dress @aafr.nyc

AAFR^ serves As A Friendly Reminder that we have the power to create a world where fashion is not the second largest polluter on the planet. By challenging notions of sourcing and production, AAFR^ reimagines waste into contemporary fashions that explore the history of our common materiality. In other words, we upcycle your granny’s crochet and auntie’s linens into ethically made shit that looks good. ‘Cause polluting is so last season and human right violations ain’t cute.    

AAFR^ Lace Blouse @aafr.nyc

AAFR^ serves As A Friendly Reminder that we have the power to create a world where fashion is not the second largest polluter on the planet. By challenging notions of sourcing and production, AAFR^ reimagines waste into contemporary fashions that explore the history of our common materiality. In other words, we upcycle your granny’s crochet and auntie’s linens into ethically made shit that looks good. ‘Cause polluting is so last season and human right violations ain’t cute.    

AAFR^ Lace Blouse @aafr.nyc

AAFR^ serves As A Friendly Reminder that we have the power to create a world where fashion is not the second largest polluter on the planet. By challenging notions of sourcing and production, AAFR^ reimagines waste into contemporary fashions that explore the history of our common materiality. In other words, we upcycle your granny’s crochet and auntie’s linens into ethically made shit that looks good. ‘Cause polluting is so last season and human right violations ain’t cute.    

AAFR^ Lace Blouse @aafr.nyc

AAFR^ serves As A Friendly Reminder that we have the power to create a world where fashion is not the second largest polluter on the planet. By challenging notions of sourcing and production, AAFR^ reimagines waste into contemporary fashions that explore the history of our common materiality. In other words, we upcycle your granny’s crochet and auntie’s linens into ethically made shit that looks good. ‘Cause polluting is so last season and human right violations ain’t cute.    

AAFR^ Lace Blouse @aafr.nyc

AAFR^ serves As A Friendly Reminder that we have the power to create a world where fashion is not the second largest polluter on the planet. By challenging notions of sourcing and production, AAFR^ reimagines waste into contemporary fashions that explore the history of our common materiality. In other words, we upcycle your granny’s crochet and auntie’s linens into ethically made shit that looks good. ‘Cause polluting is so last season and human right violations ain’t cute.    

AAFR^ Lace Dress @aafr.nyc

AAFR^ serves As A Friendly Reminder that we have the power to create a world where fashion is not the second largest polluter on the planet. By challenging notions of sourcing and production, AAFR^ reimagines waste into contemporary fashions that explore the history of our common materiality. In other words, we upcycle your granny’s crochet and auntie’s linens into ethically made shit that looks good. ‘Cause polluting is so last season and human right violations ain’t cute.    

Student Design Competition; Awilda Q @awilda.wildcreations

Dress made using naturally dyed fabric and up-cycled pull-tops from discarded beverage containers.

Student Design Competition; Awilda Q @awilda.wildcreations

Dress made using naturally dyed fabric and up-cycled pull-tops from discarded beverage containers.

Student Design Competition; Awilda Q @awilda.wildcreations

Dress made using naturally dyed fabric and up-cycled pull-tops from discarded beverage containers.

Student Design Competition; Awilda Q @awilda.wildcreations

Dress made using naturally dyed fabric and up-cycled pull-tops from discarded beverage containers.

Student Design Competition; Thalia @lia_9622

An original design using fabric from an up-cycled prom dress.

Student Design Competition; Nicole Wienges @nicole_wienges

An original design made using re-purposed coffee filters.

Student Design Competition; Gabriela Suriel @surielism

An original design made using re-purposed magazine scraps.

Student Design Competition; Gabriela Suriel @surielism

Original design made using an up-cycled prom dress.

Student Design Competition; Jillian Bress @jillian_ann_ann

An original design made using duct tape.

Student Design Competition; Devin Conley @devinconley

A Chanel inspired design created using up-cycled laundry bags.

New Jersey Theatre Alliance

Moth's wings made of loyalty cards from Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" 2017 production.

Ecotistic @ecotisticnyc

Ecotistic exists to bring forth the makers and creators that are minimizing their negative impact on the world.
We offer sustainable and ethical alternatives that won't disguise your impeccable style.

Ecotistic @ecotisticnyc

Ecotistic exists to bring forth the makers and creators that are minimizing their negative impact on the world.
We offer sustainable and ethical alternatives that won't disguise your impeccable style.

KROMAGNON @kromagnonnyc

KROMAGNON is a sustainable and eco-friendly high street label featuring both menswear and womenswear. KROMAGNON's mission is to prove that sustainable and eco-friendly clothing can be trendy, fashionable and amazing.

Ecotistic @ecotisticnyc

Ecotistic exists to bring forth the makers and creators that are minimizing their negative impact on the world.
We offer sustainable and ethical alternatives that won't disguise your impeccable style.

Ecotistic @ecotisticnyc

Ecotistic exists to bring forth the makers and creators that are minimizing their negative impact on the world.
We offer sustainable and ethical alternatives that won't disguise your impeccable style.

The Collective @the.collective.nj

The Collective is a designer consignment boutique offering a curated collection of sought-after clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.

The Collective the.collective.nj

The Collective is a designer consignment boutique offering a curated collection of sought-after clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.

The Collective @the.collective.nj

The Collective is a designer consignment boutique offering a curated collection of sought-after clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.

The Collective @the.collective.nj

The Collective is a designer consignment boutique offering a curated collection of sought-after clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.

The Collective @the.collective.nj

The Collective is a designer consignment boutique offering a curated collection of sought-after clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.

The Collective @the.collective.nj

The Collective is a designer consignment boutique offering a curated collection of sought-after clothing, bags, shoes and accessories.

Aurai Swimwear @auraiswimwear

AURAI is an eco & ethical swimwear brand propped up by an intimate flair with surf and beach culture and deep respect for nature, created by italo-brazilian designer Natalia Bertolo. 

KROMAGNON @kromagnonnyc

KROMAGNON is a sustainable and eco-friendly high street label featuring both menswear and womenswear. KROMAGNON's mission is to prove that sustainable and eco-friendly clothing can be trendy, fashionable and amazing.

KROMAGNON @kromagnonnyc

KROMAGNON is a sustainable and eco-friendly high street label featuring both menswear and womenswear. KROMAGNON's mission is to prove that sustainable and eco-friendly clothing can be trendy, fashionable and amazing.

KROMAGNON @kromagnonnyc

KROMAGNON is a sustainable and eco-friendly high street label featuring both menswear and womenswear. KROMAGNON's mission is to prove that sustainable and eco-friendly clothing can be trendy, fashionable and amazing.

KROMAGNON @kromagnonnyc

KROMAGNON is a sustainable and eco-friendly high street label featuring both menswear and womenswear. KROMAGNON's mission is to prove that sustainable and eco-friendly clothing can be trendy, fashionable and amazing.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique @doubletakebtq

DoubleTake Consignment Boutique first opened its doors in Short Hills New Jersey in 1992 and from day one the store has been packed with women who understand the advantages and value of consignment shopping. DoubleTake, which only accepts the highest quality & current designer clothing and accessories, has been recognized as one of the country’s most premier luxury consignment boutiques.