Made from all men’s dress shirts following Paganoonoo’s Laura upcycle sewing tutorial. The skirt section is constructed of upside sleeves, with the cuffs along the waist. The bottom scalloped hem is the shoulder seam of each sleeve. I’m wearing an upcycled petticoat as the under layer.

This look is part of a collection inspired by the Oceanpunk and Steampunk aesthetics. Developed using the upcycling technique, it transforms discarded denim garments into a new design through the deconstruction and reconstruction of fabric panels. Representing the "Disaster, Tragedy, and Catastrophe" family, the piece reflects the impacts of overconsumption and environmental degradation while proposing a new perspective on sustainability, creativity, and innovation in fashion.

Woven Legacy transforms discarded denim into wearable art. The handwoven sando is made from denim side seams, the mermaid skirt is crafted from reclaimed denim waistbands, and the dramatic cape is assembled from denim patchwork. Every detail gives new life to textile waste, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and sustainability while proving that fashion can turn discarded materials into timeless couture.

Állexz is an upcycling designer who rescues discarded sofa fabrics, transforming them into luxury style. Defined by bold geometry and signature black lines, his work keeps materials out of landfills. ​This original, gender-neutral jacket combines velvet, faux leather, and reclaimed curtain lining. It features strategic side pockets, a hidden back security pocket, and a matching bag. A purposeful, eco-conscious statement piece.

"From the throne to the streets, from the past to the future." It embodies a vision of Contemporary Royalty, featuring a majestic silhouette, imposing detachable layers, and corsetry that evokes nobility. It reflects the memory of a lineage reborn through everyday textiles, transformed and elevated into haute couture. For this design, 20 damaged pairs of jeans destined for disposal were upcycled and given a new life, turning waste into a statement of creativity and sustainability. ♻️✨

Am PJOCS The material is denim fabric I call this design HOPE The reason why I gave that name to it is because I believe there's still hope and changes for everyone out there For the fact that I turn this short to jort to make it look wearable,to bring hope to the short That's same way our life's is going to turn around from old to new being #zerowaste

This outfit I made for the 2025 Emerging Designers Runway with Denver Fashion Week. I made this outfit with scrap fabric and second hand clothing. I made this piece to celebrate thrifting and reusing! “We already have enough clothing on this planet to clothe the next 6 generations!” - British Fashion Council

I’m Ellise, 23, from the Philippines. I created this patchwork outfit with love and patience for my May 2025 graduation pictorial because I couldn’t afford a new outfit. Instead, I made my own using 10-peso thrifted jumpsuits and pieces from my old pre-loved clothes. I enjoy creating from scraps because it sparks my imagination and creativity. Through this piece, I hope to share my craftsmanship, inspire others and raise awareness about fast fashion.

✂️ Check out how we upcycled this Stitch graphic shirt with a repurposed sequins vest and mixed trims at the letters. We love embellishing to create a whole new look. See how we started this project in part one of this video in our latest posts and watch this to see the final result. Comment to let us know where you would wear this shirt. It's perfect for a casual Halloween costume, cosplay conventions, parties and festival fashion. 💕 Make sure to like what you see and help us win the contest!