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Why We Manufacture Ethically (And What That Means)

Why We Manufacture Ethically (And What That Means)

I’ve been designing and manufacturing clothing in Australia since 2007—and in that time, the industry has changed a lot.

When I first started, the fashion world was incredibly opaque. Local manufacturing gave me peace of mind: I knew my makers personally, I knew they were being paid fairly, and I could see their working conditions with my own eyes. At that time, trying to get the same level of visibility offshore would have been almost impossible.

But the landscape has evolved. Today, there are offshore production facilities that are transparent, ethical, and doing all the right things. That’s why I no longer make sweeping claims that local manufacturing is always more ethical than overseas production. The truth is far more nuanced.

What hasn’t changed, though, is my deep commitment to doing right by everyone who touches my clothing.

The idea that people—often women—are being exploited for fashion makes my blood boil. I simply won’t be part of a system that prioritises profit over human wellbeing.

My core value is simple: everyone involved in the making of my pieces deserves to be safe, healthy, respected, and paid fairly for their skills.

Every time you purchase one of our Australian-made garments, you’re directly supporting our local economy—our skilled artisans, pattern makers, small family-run factories, and the broader community that keeps Australian manufacturing alive.

With the local manufacturing industry rapidly shrinking, it won't be possible to make everything here forever - I feel lucky that I've managed to do it for so long. But I can promise you this: I will always choose ethical manufacturing, wherever it happens. And I will keep doing the work to ensure every person in my supply chain is treated with care and dignity.

Right now, we work with Collier Clothing in Melbourne—a medium-sized factory that’s been operating for over 20 years. When COVID hit, their machinists started working from home and, like many of us, never looked back. It’s a testament to how adaptable, resilient, and human-scale this business still is. And I feel so grateful to be part of that.

If you’ve been thinking about adding a piece to your wardrobe before our prices go up on July 9th, there’s no time like the present. Your purchase doesn’t just support my small business—it supports an entire community of skilled people who make clothing with care.

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