Women of the Future

Women of the Future, is a contemporary womenswear collection, which explores themes of sustainability and innovation in the effort to reject fast fashion and seasonal trends. Acknowledging the importance of environmentalism and animal welfare within fashion, the designer works entirely with natural fibres, that are ethically sourced from local UK/EU based suppliers. Focusing specifically on the issues of water pollution, Charli has combatted environmental issues surrounding this. Experimenting with bioplastic to create compostable buttons as a replacement to conventional fastenings; Whilst her interest in bio-design has lead to her exploration into alternatives. Such as the use of bacterial pigment dyeing. Her approach to toned-down styling, oversized silhouettes and understated beauty can be mistaken for minimalism. However, this key focus on craftsmanship and fabric choice are considered decisions, with the purpose of representing her ethos towards responsible design.