09.12.08
Fashionably Fair Runway Recap: New England Culture Fest 2008
After spending the day at the fun-filled and action-packed NE Culture Fest, we here at Jute and Jackfruit pulled together a slide show of clips from the Fashionably Fair Runway Show.
Thanks to Indigenous, fair trade and organic clothing company (and featured brand for Jute & Jackfruit), we were able to participate in the event. Indigenous kindly donated several outfits of organic cotton and wool knits to the show. Thank you Indigenous!
A special thanks to Jonano as well, for donating an outfit without much notice. We were very happy to showcase both designers to the Boston market, along with Nahui Ollin designer handbags (made out of recycled candy wrappers) and Anna Built recycled earrings.
Importantly, all clothing donated to the show is now going to be auctioned off on the Second-World website. Proceeds go toward the many initiatives that are under way at this exciting non-profit organization. From supporting training and arts programs in Nepal, to self-help groups aming Tsunami affected victims, and a strong cultural preservation project in Peru, they are engaged in a lot of dedicated work in the realm of fair trade. See their website for more details.
As for the Fashion Show, Boston-based Samba Tremeterra (an 8+ member band) set a lively tone for the runway by playing a range of upbeat, percussion-intensive pieces. Unlike the runway shows in NY this week, the fashionably fair event was anything but sterile nor conventional.
The looks ranged from Nomad Hemp Wear to Indigenous (partnering with Jute and Jackfruit), to Princess Cornflower and Ecoskin– all bringing a fresh new, modern look to the fair trade and organic segments.
Take a look:
Fashionably Fair Runway Show 2008 (Flickr Slideshow)
More on Indigenous: A pioneer in the organic and socially conscious segment, Indigenous supports local women’s weaving groups in Latin America, and together create beautiful, organic sweaters and knits. Indigenous is also a longstanding member of the Fair Trade Federation and has been producing stylish, organic and fair trade clothing for more than a decade. Check out Indigenous featured in the show.
Jonano is known for innovative fabrics and design: simple, yet, sophisticated styles using their luxurious ecoKashmere bamboo and organic cotton blends. Jonano is also Fair Trade.
For more on the NE Culture Fest, stay tuned for our follow-one slide show with glittering samba dancers, hoola hoopera and fire dancers.
09.03.08
Jute and Jackfruit in Fashionably Fair Runway Show September 6 2008
Jute and Jackfruit will be a featured company participating in the premier ‘Fashionably Fair Fashion Show‘ as part of the NE Culture Fest. Event is to take place Saturday September 6 2008 from 2pm to 10pm in Lowell, MA.
One of the first of its kind, the fashion show will feature a handful of designers that support fair trade practices and many of whom who also embrace eco-friendly production and sourcing. Jute and Jackfruit has the honor of being the only local Boston eco-apparel company to participate in the show. Our lead partner in the event is Indigenous, who themselves are longstanding members of the Fair Trade Federation.
Indigenous has been supporting local women’s weaving groups in Latin America for more than a decade and together, with their artisans, create some of the finest handwoven organic sweaters and knits available today. Indigenous are truly pioneers in the premier eco-focused and socially conscious apparel segment.
All of Indigenous garments are hand-knit or hand-loomed with premium certified organic yarns and fiber blends to ensure ultimate wearer comfort, beautiful styles and longlasting quality. The clothing makes you feel good inside and out and look absolutely fabulous.
We here at Jute & Jackfruit are totally excited to be showcasing Indigenous at this event and to be participating in this one-of-a kind festival! We will be paring the outfits with some of our handmade Guatemalan jewelry and stylish Nahui Ollin recycled candywrapper bags.
Please come check us out if you are in the Boston area. Event details are below. Show will start at 9pm in downtown historic Lowell.
EVENT: New England Culture Fest
Location: Enterprise Bank Parking Lot, Across From 172 Middle Street, Lowell, MA 01852 Arts District, Lowell, Massachusetts, USA
Time: Fashion Show 9pm (total festival 2pm – 10pm)
Date: Saturday September 6, 2008
Thanks to Second-World, and Valerie Parker especially, for doing an amazing job and putting this festival together and building the momentum and support for Fair Trade practices. We are so excited to become a part of this movement as we launch Jute & Jackfruit.
08.15.08
Jute & Jackfruit Photoshoot Unplugged
Jute & Jackfruit had its first photo shoot this week. We are excited to be offering a collection of eco-conscious clothing by Jonano, Peligrosa and Feral Childe. We pulled together all three designers in this week’s shoot coupled with our Nahui Ollin handbags and handmade beaded jewelry from Guatemala. Here is a glimpse of the items showcased:
Julia Rea wearing Jonano eco-Kashmere capri pants, wrap skirt and wrap top, holding Nahui Ollin Black ER. Handmade Guatemalan necklace.
Julia Rea wearing Feral Childe eco-Sullivan Tee, Peligrosa organic boiled wool panel skirt with hot pink silk lining and Guatemalan 16-strand beaded necklace.
Julia Rea wearing Feral Childe eco-Sullivan Tee, Peligrosa organic boiled wool panel skirt with hot pink silk lining and Guatemalan 16-strand beaded necklace.
08.12.08
Jonano’s ecoKashmere comes to Jute & Jackfruit
Jonano offers some of the most comfortable, stylish, multi-function clothes out there and Jute & Jackfruit is very excited to feature a handpicked selection of the collection this fall.
Soft, sustainable and stylish, the fabrics are impeccable and also environmentally conscious. Made from a combination of bamboo, organic cotton and hemp, Jonano combines these ecological fabrics with some of the most modern, comfortable looks, you will not want to take these clothes off—ever.
Fit for weekend, work or play, the tops, dresses, skirts and bottoms can all be mixed and matched for an endless supply of fun.
Jute & Jackfruit is in the midst of photographing the collection and will post a sneak preview of the items as soon as available. Stay tuned!
Photo source above: Jonano
08.04.08
Handmade Guatemalan Jewelry arrives to Jute & Jackfruit
Jute & Jackfruit received our first collection of hand-crafted Guatemalan jewelry made by indigenous women and inspired by Mayan art and culture. To capture a few of the pieces, we went on a mini photo shoot this weekend.
Since Mother Nature is at the heart and soul of Jute & Jackfruit, what other better place to photograph than outdoors?
Luckily the thunder and rainstorms held out long enough for us to take a few photos, and we found some exquisite sculptures and ponds in the Cambridge/Arlington, MA area to juxtapose the brightly colored jewelry.
The pictures here showcase just few of the necklaces and bracelets that JJF will offer in the fall. Stay tuned for earrings, more necklaces and purses to come shortly.
Check out our Facebook Page for the full album. Enjoy!
