London-based retail imprint Garbstore introduces a special one-time sale along with Shunji Ohashi, who is a Kapital designer and now turned-lay monk. The new collection features unique items that are specifically curated by Ohashi himself, sourced throughout his time in the industry and career at Kapital Kountry.
He was best recognized for how he repurposed garments through dyeing and washing techniques. He states, “I learned about “spirits” within garments, how to respect fabric, clothes, and people [...] You know, everything is from nature, including humans. We [have to] respect everything. This is what I learned from craftsmanship and traditional techniques.” The special new Shunji Ohashi collection is now on sale at the Garbstore Selection Market platform.
Image Credit: Takuya Shima, For Denim Dudes
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Designer-curated Sales
- More retail brands will collaborate with designers to offer unique, curated items to customers.
- Respect for Craftsmanship
- Consumers will increasingly seek out products that are made with traditional techniques and respect for materials.
- Garment Repurposing
- Brands will explore more creative ways to repurpose garments through dyeing and washing techniques to add unique value to their products.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Fashion Retail
- Fashion retailers can explore designer collaborations and curated sales to offer unique and exclusive items to their customers.
- Textile Manufacturing
- Manufacturers can emphasize the importance of craftsmanship and traditional techniques to appeal to consumers seeking sustainable and ethical products.
- E-commerce
- E-commerce platforms can partner with fashion retailers to provide customers with access to designer-curated special sales through their online marketplaces.
