Its interesting to see that textiles away from “fashion” still face the same issues as fashion…
Interior fashion cycles are getting faster with the gap between the catwalk and interiors stores getting shorter all the time. Associating interiors brands with celebrity and high fashion can be good if this lifts the perceived value of an item, which is then treasured for its aesthetic and its quality. The manufacture of heirloom pieces is great for building long-term robust and sustainable value chains. When true craftsmanship is rewarded and quality materials are sought after then the people that grow fibre, sew garments and weave carpets and fabrics all can share the rewards.
It all falls apart however if we follow the fast fashion business model. If textile mills and retail outlets focus on fast turn-around of low quality items from non-sustainable value chains we end up creating waste, using more energy than is required and supporting the throw-away society.
It is better to create beautiful textiles from sustainable…
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