Italian designer Stella Cella gives second-hand clothes a new life

By Lisa Basso / Laura Egan
Community contribution / 5 years, 3 months ago

January: it’s the month of fresh starts, resolutions and.... sales!

Gliese 504 is fighting fast-fashion with upcycled creations and curated second-hand collections. (Photo supplied)

But before succumbing to irresistible discounts, stop for a second and think about the impact the fashion industry has on ...

By Laura Egan

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