Erinne Paisley made a homework-infused dress and wore it to her high school graduation. Most of the dress was comprised of her math homework and also features phrases such as “I’ve received my education. Not every woman has that right.” The reason behind this dress was to raise awareness and money for females around the world who lack access to education.
This homework-infused dress is a step towards Paisley's career in activism. Instead of purchasing an extravagant grown for her graduation, she donated the money to the Malala Fund, which supports girls who want to get an education. When Paisley saw a girl who wore a dress made of newspaper, she was inspired to create her own version for a great cause.
The homework dress took only one day to create and will be auctioned off online. The proceeds will again be donated to the Malala Fund.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Education Awareness
- Creating awareness about the importance of education and supporting initiatives for accessible education.
- Activist Fashion
- Integrating social and political messages into fashion to raise awareness and support causes.
- Upcycled Fashion
- Repurposing materials to create unique and socially impactful fashion pieces.
Sectors Adopting This
- Fashion
- Incorporating social and political activism into fashion brands and collections.
- Education
- Creating platforms and initiatives to promote accessible education for all.
- Online Auction
- Utilizing online platforms for charitable fundraising through auctions.
