Newspaper fashion is unconventional and takes an everyday object and thrusts it into the universe of creative reinterpretation.
Newspaper can be used literally as the sole material to create clothing and accessories. Some clever examples include entire couture collections consisting of elaborate gowns draped in paper. Other ingenious re-purposing is using the newspaper as a print in t-shirts, shorts and various other apparel. There are even eco-friendly alternatives for newspaper. A few examples are flip-flops and handbags that can be made entirely from recycled paper.
Newspapers and their prints are fabulous finds because they have a graphic quality that is immediately identifiable. The newspaper used can capture headlines, share interesting imagery or even demonstrate a political or fun play on words.
The pieces are attractive, bold and an inventive form of salvaging. So look out for the next headlines in newspaper fashion.
15 Newspaper Print Fashions
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Newspaper Couture
Mary Design Presents Interesting Headgear
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Newspaper Couture
'Wear the News' by Elena Gregusova
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Newsworthy Fashiontography
The 'Extra, Extra Paper Doll' Puts a Vintage Spin on Newspaper Couture
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Quilted Tablet Covers
The Dixie Burt iPad Case is Technologically Cozy
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Newspaper Couture
Moschino's Menswear Spring 2010 Line Made From Headlines
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Sculptural Newspaper Dresses
Jordan Chavez Captures an Industrial Black and White Scene
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Newspaper Couture Fashion Shows
Upcycled Ball Gowns Take the Spotlight at the Green Show
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Patterned Colorless Clothing
The Tourne de Transmission Fall/Winter 2012 Line is Monochromatic
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Re-Used Tabloid Wardrobes
Recycled Newspaper Clothing by Ivano Vitali is Environment-Friendly
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Newsworthy Flip Flops
Paper Flops are Made Using Upcycled Newspapers
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Goofy Streetwear Editorials
The Supreme Fall/Winter 2012 Collaboration Line is a Seamless Blend
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Junk-Covered Couture
The Nikolai De Vera IN Magazine Editorial Turns Trash to Treasure
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Newspaper-Printed Pullovers
The Paperboy Hipster Sweater Resembles the 1980s Grunge Scene
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Grunge Icon Graphic Wear
Eyescream by Spade Publication Creates Limited Edition Streetwear
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Newspaper-Clad Visage Tees
Reviled Clothing Creates an Eco-Friendly Article
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