Mint 14; the innovative, eclectic and sustainable fashion show and thrift shop experience coming to you on Saturday 22nd February 2014, at Loughborough University Student Union. Striving to improve the lives of those supported in Unicef’s Syria Appeal, Mint ‘14 endeavours to encourage charitability in the student community, alongside making a difference by promoting both recycling of material and sustainable fashion practice. Mint ‘14 provides both a social platform and point of sale - a direct accessibility to some of the most eclectic and original hand-selected thrift clothing sourced from charitable donations. Mint ‘14 also provides a promotional channel for new young designers to exhibit their recycled clothing creations. The Fashion Show exhibits “The Recycled Fashion Competition”, whereby budding textile designers (and amateurs alike) are invited to flaunt their recycled creations live on the catwalk. The show aims to inspire and challenge you as both spectators and participants. In a buzzing atmosphere accompanied by live music and DJ sets, with cocktail bars at your disposal, you can expect a night packed with entertainment, inspiration and creativity. The fashion show, consisting of two parts, will run for a total of 1hr 15 minutes, displaying the eclectic and elaborate designs of our creatives.The show also holds the Live Auction,
whereby these recycled creations are up for grabs for you to purchase! The winners of the Mint ’14 Awards will be announced at the end of the show. With live performances from The Beasty Traps, Dexter White and Violet Class,. this is sure to be a niight to remember! The Thrift Shop, open on both Saturday 22nd (day/night) and Sunday 23rd February (day), is your platform for indulging in recycled bargains. The events team have been working hard to source only the most current and eclectic range of recycled clothing, perfect for your upcoming SS14 wardrobes. All money raised in the Thrift Shop will be donated directly to Unicef’s Syria Appeal, alike with all funds raised throughout the event. The store remains open until 1am on event night. This night promises to be one to remember so don’t miss out on this eclectic combination of live fashion show , thrift shop and the entertainment programme. Get your tickets now, either online or at the LSU entrance desk. www.mint2014.tumblr.com follow our blog for updates, inspiration & much more!
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