Style picks

Whether you’re looking to update your wardrobe or find your next statement piece, the Isle of Wight has got you covered. Here, we’ve rounded up a sophisticated selection of garments and accessories — with each and every one either made on the Island or designed by Island people. Plus, from organic cotton to reclaimed material and recycled polyester drawstrings, many of them are pretty impressive on the eco front too.

As seen on the runway of Copenhagen Fashion Week, this subtle relaxed-fit hoodie is the work of Charlotte Elliott — a talented menswear designer born and raised on the Isle of Wight. Just one of her many pieces created for London fashion brand RÆBURN, it’s made in Portugal and features organic cotton jersey and a recycled polyester drawcord. Catch Charlotte’s designs while you can, as she’ll soon be moving over to Germany to take up a role as Senior Menswear Designer at Hugo Boss. Available from raeburndesign.co.uk for £225

Nothing says summer like a crisp white t-shirt and we couldn’t resist this eye-catching design from local clothing pioneers Rapanui. Made from organic cotton and printed using renewable energy in their Freshwater factory, it also conveys an important environmental message if you look a little closer — hinting at the current state of runaway global warming and the estimated 30% increase in wildfires predicted by 2050. £20 each. Fancy one for yourself?

Click ‘add to basket’ at rapanuiclothing.com

Over in Ventnor, we’re big fans of the ladies behind Roake Studio who cut and stitch their considered, small-batch womenswear right here on the Island — often using sustainable, organic, or recycled materials.

As the weather warms up, try these floaty casual-fit Amber Shorts, designed for practicality and comfort as well as a touch of seaside stylishness too.

Prices start from £60. To see all the fabric and style combinations, head over to their studio in Ventnor’s Church Street, or look online at roake.studio.

Pared-back, sturdy, and surprisingly roomy — you can never have too many tote bags. And if you’re looking for a new addition, look no further than Island-based brand For the Love of Totes, founded by Katherine Pelosi in 2023. Individually hand-printed in Newport, they’re just the beginning for this local label, with big plans in the pipeline which we can’t wait to see unfold.

Snap up this maxi tote for £16.99 at etsy.com/shop/FortheLoveofTotes

After studying fashion promotion at Ravensbourne University in London (then working and travelling around the world for six years) Poppy Janella returned to her hometown of Ventnor in 2021. Re-inspired by the Island’s natural beauty, she founded her sea-themed label Chalk Blue and created a range of totes, t-shirts, and socks made from natural fibres and dyed via traditional methods.

Items from £5.50 - £15.00, stockists include Nervous Wreck Designs in Cowes or Blue Labelle Boutique in Ventnor. Plus keep an eye out for Poppy’s reclaimed textile beach throws, launching very soon.

Designed and developed from her home studio in Nettlestone, this 100% linen Slacks Jumpsuit is one of the first finely crafted pieces to be released by fashion designer Cee, and her label Cece Studio. Established in 2021, after moving back to Island shores, the brand was set up to offer ‘slow fashion’ pieces with the environment front and centre in the decision-making process. With another small collection on the way soon, you can expect long-life, British-made clothing, and using all-natural materials too (meaning each piece is totally biodegradable, from fabric to thread).

£200. Order yours online at cece.studio