Fashioning Our World
Fashioning Our World
In the past, clothes were often repaired, re-worn or refashioned. The threads, patches and fabrics tell the story of garments and the person who wore it. Materials such as coral and feathers were often collected from the natural world and used to make clothes or accessories, and these show us the darker tales of fashion history.
These stories inspire us to think differently about the clothes we wear now and make positive changes for a more sustainable fashion future.
The Fashioning Our World exhibition was held at The Salisbury Museum 10 February - 12 May 2024 and featured historical items never displayed before with stories of sustainability, alongside contemporary creations by famous designers.
The Fashioning Our World project offered a chance for young people (aged 11-25) to:
- Work along side experts and museum volunteers to discover the hidden stories of sustainability found in collections of historical clothes and collections.
- Learn the skills to work on their own clothes - such as visible mending, patching and remaking.
- Make a positive difference by inspiring others in the community to think differently about fashion sustainability
If you are interested in what's happening next, please contact Katy England at The Salisbury Museum katyengland@salisburymuseum.org.uk
Supported by The Esmée Fairbairn Collections Fund – delivered by the Museums Association
