Unfastening Fast Fashion with Collective Closets
Ten years ago, sisters Fatuma and Laurinda Ndenzako were sitting in a café in Nairobi, watching local women walk past in bold, vibrant Maasai Shuka textiles. That moment sparked something more than a fashion idea; it sparked a movement. A movement that would become Collective Closets, a Melbourne-based slow fashion label built on purpose, heritage, and heart.
In this episode, Fatuma shares the journey behind the brand and how she and her sister are reshaping the Australian fashion landscape, one intentional piece at a time.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- How slow fashion offers an antidote to trend-driven consumption
- What it means to design with cultural integrity
- The creative (and often chaotic) dance between business, family and values
- Why clothing can be a powerful form of self-expression and storytelling
Collective Closets is not just a brand; it’s a source of empowerment, emotional resonance, and cultural pride, creating a legacy that reaches far beyond the runway.
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