Held by The North Face, this fashion auction is a testimony to the brand's heritage. The initiative is part of the label's Renewed Program which launched in 2018 and which now has expanded to include a Design Residency. As a result, the fashion auction is launched to celebrate the progress of the program and recognize its implications for sustainability in the industry.
The North Face will be offering "four upcycled vintage items designed by several of its senior designers." Each garment is sure to be a deep interpretation of the sports label's ethos and aesthetic. The renewed pieces will be offered in two installments from February 5th until February 19th. Proceeds will go toward The North Face Explore Fund, "which divests funds to non-profit environmental organizations."
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The North Face is Refurbishing One-off Vintage Garments for Charity
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