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Created for a fashion show themed around the ocean, this piece combines punk and gothic influences with mystical, spiritual imagery. The design was inspired by a cloudy beach atmosphere: the denim and metal details bring a raw punk aesthetic, while the flowing skirt evokes the movement of ocean waves. The entire look was made from donated, second-hand, and leftover materials. The base was a donated black dress, combined with a black-grey denim pair of trousers and scraps of grey plaid fabric and dark blue denim from previous projects. The upper part was reconstructed into a structured denim vest, while the remaining denim and scraps were transformed into a matching bag. To strengthen the connection to the sea, we used a fishing rope found on the beach as a belt. Chains and eyelets were added as punk details, bringing the final look closer to our own identity while giving discarded materials a new life.
This is what Old Jeans can offer: a unique designer garment that is both priceless and timeless. It’s a sustainable yet fashionable piece. The black and gray color scheme beautifully balances the faded areas, transforming the wear of the jeans into art. Meticulously stitched, it's crafted with precision, as if the life of the garment truly depends on it. Would you wear something like this? If so, do you have old jeans that you would love to transform into art?
A pair of jeans and leftover wax scraps from previous sewing projects got a second life as this colourful wallet. I combined denim with small pieces of wax in a patchwork design, adding a zippered compartment and a snap closure. Even the smallest fabric scraps can become something useful and unique! ♻️❤️
The KARINA jacket features a unique shoulder design with visible wings 🥰 If you want to take your style to new heights, this jacket will do just that! Each piece features a beautiful collage created by @karina_custom 👑 Photos by @kondziukreci.”
This handmade textile bangle transforms discarded fabric scraps into a meaningful piece of wearable art. Each fragment is carefully wrapped and hand-stitched, preserving the texture, history, and unique character of the original textile. By giving new life to leftover fabrics, the piece celebrates sustainability, craftsmanship, and the beauty of imperfection....
When I first found these ukay-ukay (Filipino thrift shop) bags, they were old, damaged, wrinkled, and full of holes—the kind most people would simply leave behind. But I saw something worth saving. I brought them home and spent thousands of hours hand-sewing them, stitch by stitch, turning what was once discarded into a one-of-a-kind multi-pocket jacket. I added a detachable hood, a detachable backpack, and details that make the piece both playful and functional. Every stitch, scar, and imperfection tells a story. And in many ways, so do I. This jacket was inspired by the everyday struggles of my own life. It reminds me that things—and people—can be overlooked, worn down, or left behind, yet still have value. I didn’t just make a jacket. I gave something forgotten a new life.
Who’s posing so beautifully here? Of course its @official.bare ✨ A photoshoot during NYFW by @lanoffashion captured through @aleksandrasflyingcircus lens and @ljusproductions So grateful we had the chance to be part of it💖 If you have a jacket without a hood, this hood is a super practical solution!
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. ♻️✨