The best fashion investments are those made with longevity in mind: trendy pieces may be good for a season, but beautifully crafted classics are timeless.
If you’re looking to take a more conscious approach to refreshing your wardrobe this September, Net-a-Porter’s latest Modern Artisan capsule is for you. Returning for its third installment, this collaborative project with The King’s Foundation sees the work of six emerging artisans (Arielle Uno Ekwang, Daisy Gray, Georgia Wintle, Jessica Horton, Sarah Jane Sleeba and Flavia Nisto) hitting Net-a-Porter’s virtual shelves, with each piece a showcase of true artisanal craftsmanship.
The pieces are the result of a unique and necessary training program supported by the online retailer, immersing aspiring designers in the craft of creating luxury products with an emphasis on sustainability and skilled craftsmanship.
Each piece in the 13-piece capsule collection was hand-produced at Dumfries House, the King’s Foundation’s headquarters on the Scottish coast, where the local weaving workshop remains faithful to refined and traditional production methods – and, naturally, sustainability shines through: dyes are made using vegetable pigments, the wool is locally sourced (including from Dumfries House’s own flock of sheep) and hand-finishing techniques ensure every piece is built to last.
A louche khaki two-piece suit is dyed with Scottish heather, a chunky cable-knit scarf is spun from “King’s Clip,” fleece from His Majesty’s personal flock of sheep, a loose navy blouse is cinched at the waist using Romanian hand-smocking techniques, and flowing satin separates are made from a cellulose-based, biodegradable satin.
Of course, true sustainability doesn’t stop at how a product is made. The final product should also stand the test of time in your wardrobe. A cozy, chunky knit cardigan is one you’ll want to wear year after year, while a minimal satin slip dress deserves to be the starting point for an endless look, whatever the whims of the fashion cycle.
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