… a celebration of all things slow fashion happening in Adelaide this September…
This Slow Fashion Catwalk is the opening night event for Slow Fashion September Adelaide 2023! Including an upcycled runway featuring functional pieces made from damaged blankets, tea towels, curtains and even a change tent (!) previously destined for landfill and a vintage runway with some truly remarkable and rare pieces from eras pre 2000, thisContinue reading "Opening Night Fashion Catwalk"
From 10 to 4 on both Saturday and Sunday, we're launching Slow Fashion September Adelaide 2023 with a two day market featuring the best in Adelaide's slow fashion and sustainable living scene at none other than the iconic Market Shed on Holland at the southern end of King William Street in the city. In additionContinue reading "Slow Fashion September 2023 launch weekend at Market Shed on Holland"
Bring your mending to the market and repair your favourite clothes with some friendly company. Advice, instruction and support on hand mending will be available for those who would appreciate it. You don't need a sewing machine! Hand stitching skills will let you repair everything from socks and leggings, to jeans. Bring your own toolsContinue reading "Market Mending Station"
Come along and create a pair or two of fun party earrings with Pennie from hummingpea! In this workshop you will learn how to make Pennies signature confetti earrings, using scrap fabrics, offcut glitter vinyl scraps, and left over pieces of felt, denim, leather, and other textile items. Bring along your fun and curious nature,Continue reading "Make your own Confetti Earrings from Recycled Textiles"
Hosted by See Someone Studio founder and creative director Es - come and make your own funky and fun jewellery holder. Something sculptural and silly, or structured and simplistic, we got you. It's mostly about creating something you think is stylish to keep your jewellery and nice things on! SO, what goes on in the workshop?Continue reading "Make Your Own Funky Jewellery Holder"
This weaving workshop will be held at the Slow Fashion September Adelaide launch weekend market at the Market Shed on Holland on the 3rd of September. It’ll be facilitated by Karo (@frita.karo) – an artist, weaver, arts therapist & graphic designer. Participants will be able to incorporate many seemingly unrecyclable (or at least easy toContinue reading "Upcycled Basket Weaving workshop"
The Little Climate Heroes believe that you are never too little to make a difference to the planet we live on. We're a child led group building a love of the world with a sense of leadership in a fun and engaging environment. Sisters Liz and Claire run the group monthly from The Goody Patch.Continue reading "Little Climate Heroes Playgroup"
BYO any item to upcycle; the classic denim jacket, a pair of shoes, a canvas bag. Whatever you bring, be prepared for a transformation. Using found objects, recycled materials, scraps, sparkles, patches, tassels and more let's get creative and upcycle! Appropriate for all ages. Under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Venue is wheelchairContinue reading "Upcycling Workshop with Calamity Tash"
Although we can't tell you exactly where you'll go on any given Mystery Bus Tour adventure, what we can tell you is that this definitely won't be a stop-at-different-op-shops-tour but instead a unique opportunity to get a sneak peek into some of the best slow fashion and sustainable living venues in the city of andContinue reading "Mystery Bus Tour – City and suburbs"
Conscious consumers, WE NEED YOU!!! Taking place on gorgeous Nukunu country in the southern Flinder's Ranges, this Clothes Swap is a FREE two day event taking place from 10 - 4 on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 September. To join in the fun simply bring along a maximum of 5 quality, gently used clothing andContinue reading "Walking the Talk – Melrose Autumn/Winter Clothes Swap"
We're delighted to have DOUBLE - Adelaide's first official FAT community PLUS SIZED preloved fashion market on the Slow Fashion September Adelaide program this year. Find pre-loved threads, locally made fashion, artisanal goods and delish food options at this FREE event organised by the delightful Lauren Khabbaz.
Sustainable Fashion Markets Adelaide can't wait to welcome you to the inaugural Sustainable Fashion Markets within the magnificent indoor Flour Shed at Hart's Mill in Port Adelaide. A vibrant event where fashion, community and sustainability unite! Discover the best handpicked sustainable clothing, accessories, homewares, art, small businesses and more and join us in supporting ethicalContinue reading "Sustainable Fashion Market Adelaide"
So you think you know a thing or two about all things fashion?? Then grab some friends, make a team (min 2, max 6 people) and come show us your skills and join in the fun at this fashion themed quiz night for all ages, there's loads of great prizes to be won! 100% ofContinue reading "Catherine House Fundraiser – Fashion Themed Quiz Night"
Join French Laundry as the host an evening with thrift enthusiast, editorial stylist, upcycling designer Lucia Zabala. Elevating the thrift style platform, Lucia will share her expertise with focus to the circular fashion journey - repurposing, re-wearing and restyling. With French martinis and French Fries at French Laundry - tickets through Eventbrite HERE.
We're delighted to be screening the remarkable and visually stunning documentary THE GIANTS as part of Slow Fashion September Adelaide in Willunga this September. All proceeds from ticket sales go to Bob Brown Foundation, tickets from $10 available HERE.
Although we can't tell you exactly where you'll go on any given mystery bus tour adventure, what we can tell you is this definitely won't be a stop-at-different-op-shops-tour but instead a unique opportunity to get a sneak peek into some of the best slow fashion and sustainable living venues in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. DestinationsContinue reading "Mystery Bus Tour – Heading for the Hills!"
Sustainable Clothing Co x G.G Made, in conjunction with Naked Pony Slow Fashion and Hard Days Night, presents the Clothing & Fabric Swap for "Slow Fashion September Adelaide"! Refresh your wardrobe in a budget-friendly way by swapping your clothing, shoes and accessories + scrap fabrics with other people in the community. HOW IT WORKS: 1.Continue reading "Sustainable Clothing Co. Clothes and Fabric Swap"
Get ready to dust off your dancing shoes for a night of high school nostalgia, dressed up in an outfit that you would have worn when you were a teen. If you'd rather not dress in the style of that era, that totally fine, any disco themed get up will do! Whether your outfit isContinue reading "Festival finale – High School Disco celebration"
Conscious consumers, WE NEED YOU!!! Taking place on gorgeous Nukunu country in the southern Flinders Ranges, this Clothes Swap is a FREE two day event taking place from 10 - 4 on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September. To join in the fun simply bring along a maximum of 5 pieces of quality, gently usedContinue reading "Walking the Talk – Melrose Spring/Summer Clothes Swap"
Although we can't tell you exactly where you'll go on any given mystery bus tour adventure, what we can tell you is that this definitely won't be a stop-at-different-op-shops-tour but instead a unique opportunity to get a sneak peek into some of the best slow fashion and sustainable living venues in Adelaide. Destinations on thisContinue reading "Mystery Bus Tour – Southern Sojourn"
Do you have a closet full of stunning clothes that you just don’t wear? Most people answer yes! So bring those beautiful pieces to our swap & sip event and exchange them for other people’s barley worn pieces. The earth will thank you, you’ll look cute and danggg we’re going to have a fun afternoonContinue reading "Swap and Sip Aldinga"
Gilles at the Grounds, has been operating at the Old Brick Dairy at the Adelaide Showgrounds (South Boulevard, Leader Street entrance off Goodwood Road) since 2018 after relocating from Gilles Primary School where it had been since 2008 as Gilles Street Market. With the capacity to host over 100 local collectors and creatives, Gilles hasContinue reading "Gilles at the Grounds 24 September 2023"