In Fall 2008, designer Allison Parris paired with entrepreneur Marissa Kim to create the woodland-inspired Allison Parris Collection. Now, almost a year later, the duo is making gorgeous eco-friendly clothing that is stylish and pays homage to Mother Earth.
Besides the obvious elegance and quirk of their pieces, one of the intriguing elements of their woodsy line is the lining of their garments. Their dress linings are actually made with PET satin which is made from recycled soda bottles.
The Allison Parris Collection defines eco chic.
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Allison Parris Makes Eco-Friendly Garments Fit for Fairies
Trend Themes
1. Eco-friendly Fashion - The trend towards sustainable fashion is creating opportunities for eco-friendly clothing brands like Allison Parris to offer stylish garments made from recycled materials.
2. Woodland-inspired Designs - Designers like Allison Parris are tapping into the trend of nature-inspired fashion, creating whimsical and elegant clothing collections that pay homage to Mother Earth.
3. Upcycled Fabrics - The use of upcycled materials, such as PET satin made from recycled soda bottles used in the lining of garments, is a growing trend in the fashion industry as brands aim to reduce waste and embrace sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion - The fashion industry can explore opportunities to incorporate eco-friendly materials and nature-inspired designs to meet the growing consumer demand for sustainable and unique clothing options.
2. Sustainability - The sustainability industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by developing new technologies and processes for upcycling materials, such as creating fabrics from recycled soda bottles, to promote a circular economy.
3. Textile Recycling - The textile recycling industry has the potential to grow as more fashion brands like Allison Parris incorporate recycled materials into their garments, creating a demand for innovative recycling technologies and processes.