# Textured Trash Fashion Avantgarb(age) Combines Eco-Conscious Clothes With Thoughtful Portraits By Meghan Young | Published 2011-03-22 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avantgarb-age References: [treehugger](http://www.treehugger.com/files/2011/03/captivating-portraits-of-clothing-made-from-trash-slideshow.php) & [cateincba](http://www.cateincba.com/galleries/projects/avantgarbage/) Though there are many [eco-conscious clothing lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regeneration-nation), no designer I've seen has taken it to the level that Avantgarb(age) has. A unique project, this collection not only focuses on [converting trash into fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freitag-x-tudes-studio), but also on relaying their message and beliefs through carefully crafted portraits. A partnership between American photographer Caitlin Margaret Kelly and designer Aidana Baldassarre, Avantgarb(age) combines their two skills for a remarkable line. Thankfully forgoing the preachy stance of the evils of consumerism, Avantgarb(age) simply addresses the [power of art, discarded materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nytt-lys-collection), and textures as well as the contrast between city and nature. From corks to ties and tires, Avantgarb(age) utilizes everything and anything on hand. Enjoy their creations in the featured gallery. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-conscious Fashion:** Opportunity to create sustainable clothing lines that convert trash into fashion while relaying a powerful message. - **Artistic Collaboration:** Opportunity to combine photography and design skills to create unique and thought-provoking fashion collections. - **Material Upcycling:** Opportunity to repurpose discarded materials to create innovative and eco-friendly fashion pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate eco-conscious practices and upcycled materials into their designs. - **Photography:** Opportunity for photographers to collaborate with designers to create visually impactful fashion collections. - **Recycling and Waste Management:** Opportunity for companies in the recycling and waste management industry to partner with fashion brands and facilitate the repurposing of discarded materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Retail Overconsumption Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachtopia-1.md) - [Eco-Friendly Indian Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/latin-quarters.md) - [Sustainable Denim Brand Collabs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amber-valletta-x-triarchy.md) - [Archaeology-Inspired Eco-Friendly Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aelis.md) - [Upcycled Tent Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/music-festival-waste.md) - [Luxury Slow Fashion Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kzk-studio.md) - [Sustainable Creative Craft Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fyrn-studio-series.md) - [Sustainable Artist Endeavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/recasetify.md)