The zero-waste fashion brand 'Story Wear,' dedicated to giving new life to recycled denim, collaborates with the art curation team 'Tomorrow Workshop' from the JUT Group to launch the special exhibition 'Recreating Stories: Everlasting Consciousness,' interpreting the life of old items from an artistic perspective.

The fashion industry is the second largest polluter in the world," a fact repeatedly emphasized by Story Wear since its inception. Founder Chen Guanbai stated in his speech that the production process of a garment involves issues such as ocean pollution, land degradation, and labor rights. The exhibition aims to convey this message in an engaging yet straightforward manner.

Chen Guanbai emphasized that transparency is also a crucial element of zero-waste fashion. She mentioned that when applying for the "Positive Luxury" certification for zero-waste fashion in the UK, they had to provide evidence not only for the sourcing of materials but also for low-carbon employee commuting methods, all documented with photographs. It is precisely because of these efforts and persistence that Story Wear has become the only fashion brand in Taiwan to pass the certification.

In order to realize a zero-waste exhibition, the team employed various ingenious methods. The backdrop, bearing the inscription of sustainability issues, was crafted from recycled PET bottle fibers by the social enterprise "FNG Generational Design," which advocates for integrated circular resources. The display stands used to exhibit items were constructed from waste paper bricks provided by the renowned paper manufacturer "Yong Feng Yu." Even the hangers were sourced from the local eco-friendly design brand "In & Out," utilizing coffee grounds and rice husks. Everything visible and tangible at the exhibition could be recycled and reused after the event's conclusion.

The exhibition will run until April 7, 2024. Interested individuals are welcome to visit and experience the exhibition firsthand.

Source:
Environmental Information Center