Tammi Baxter RELOVE FASHION

RELOVE FASHION FEBRUARY 2016

HOW SIMPLE CAN IT BE?

$12 CALVIN KLEIN DRESS!

And where it was found

Find out how to upcycle your own clothes

UPCYCLED AT THE OSCARS! Which celebrity’s wearing second hand?

C ON T E N T S

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A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR Hear what our editor has to say about upcycling.

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UPCYCLING RECYCLING Celebs, shops and students - find out who’s doing it.

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TRY IT YOURSELF Learn just how simple upcycling can be.

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STEAL OF THE WEEK Find out what fashion must-haves you’re missing out on.

A note from the editor...

The dictionary definition to “Upcycle” is to reuse (discarded objects or material) in such a way as to create a product of higher quality or value than the original.

To me, upcycling is about more than that.

As upcycling can apply to many things, not just in a fashion context, there are many possibilities within this area. Talking to different people you may hear many different reasons as to why it’s important to upcycle, but for me, here are the three main points: BE ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY Starting with the obvious - but of course, the most important. Upcycling is incredibly beneficial for the environment. Not only is it reducing textile waste but it’s also reducing the pressure for fast production that can harm the environment. What a great way to look good and save the world. (quote in middle of text) BE AN INDIVIDUAL Everything today is mass produced, so where do we show our individuality? I love to buy second hand and upcycle my own clothes as a way to express my personality. Through upcycling, you can step away from the mundane and add your own personal stamp to the clothes you wear.

BE PROUD Compliments on your fashion choices are always nice to hear, however, there is no better feeling (in my opinion) than when you get to reply to that compliment with a, “Thanks, I made it myself!”

That person then isn’t just saying that you look pretty in your outfit but complimenting you on your amazing skills.

Who wants just another denim skirt when you could have an embroidered denim skirt that no one else has?

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Here’s to hoping this zine will help spark some inspiration to Relove any forgotten fashion in your life.

Enjoy the issue,

Tammi Baxter, Editor

(contact me at: t4mm1b@gmail.com)

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UPCYCLING - RECYCLIN

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CELEBRITIES: LIVIA FIRTH

THE FASHION INDU

Bringing awareness to eco-friendly fashion, Livia Firth wore a stunning upcycled dress to the 2011 Oscars.

Designed by Gary Harvey, and made from eleven different garments sourced from vintage, thrift and charity shops.

This dress really shows the glamour that can be achieved from upcycling.

In April 2012 M&S and Oxfam Shwopping. A great new way to minimal effort and something All you have to do is bring you the next time you go shopping off the new clothes you buy at t

NG: Who’s Doing It?

USTRY: M&S

m collaborated to launch o recycle you’re clothes with in return. ur unwanted clothes to M&S and you’ll receive money the till. It’s that simple!

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STUDENT: BECCA ROSE

Vintage fanatic, Becca Rose buys her clothes from jumble sales, car boot sales, charity and vintage stores. Her favorite place to shop is The Vintage Corner in her home town of Liverpool. As a student, buying second-hand clothing is a great way to show your creativity through dressing differently while saving money.

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Try It Yourself All you need is: - Chosen garment - Buttons - Embroidery Thread - Needle - Embroidery Hoop - Scissors - Magic Wash Away Pen 1 - Using a magic wash away pen, draw out the design onto your garment.

2 - After hooping up your fabric, hand sew your design, following the lines.

The stitch chosen here is backstitch, howewver, you can be as creative as you like.

3 - Finish up by sewing on buttons. You may also like to use sequins or beads.

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STEAL OF THE WEEK! Calvin Klein Dress Bought: Williamsburg NY Thrift Shop Cost: $12

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FINDING BEAUTY IN THE DISCARDED