Zero Waste
What is “Zero Waste” Fashion? It is simply fashion that utilises all of the textile in it’s creation. This must begin with the pattern creation and cutting. Reducing fabric waste is environmentally friendly and good stewardship.
Stewardship
Sustainable Fashion in Christchurch Central
There’s a new shop in Christchurch for sustainable fashion featuring local designers! Come browse and try on the wearable textile art produced by slow fashion adherents located here in Ōtautahi.
Wigs & Hairpiece Subsidy
Te Whatu Ora, or the Ministry of Health, offers a Wig and Hairpiece Service Payment for people who suffer from serious hair loss because of a medical condition or from certain cancer therapies. The payments are to reduce the cost of purchasing and maintaining a wig or hairpiece or other related products. Aletheia Apparel is…
ReFashion
I am so excited to share a new page on the website introducing the new ReFashion label: Transforming resources into limited fashion garments!
Mending & Repair 101
We all want to steward our resources better–whether that’s our time, money, energy, or stuff. That also includes our wardrobe items.
Getting back to it
To kickstart getting back into the swing of things for the 2024 year, I will be running a 25% off site wide sale until 14 February!
Thinking of spending for Christmas
Through the years, there have been many ways to think creatively about gifts. Whether it’s been making gifts, re-purposing presents, upcycling items, or just generally trying to think “outside the box” with possible ideas, try something different this year.
What’s in a Dress?
Shopping ethically can be hard on the pocketbook. And though clothing is a necessity, we really don’t NEED more clothing…..it might be helpful to show you a bit about what goes into an Aletheia Apparel garment. In an attempt to be transparent, I will show you my Alex Dress make.
Doing it at home
Let’s focus on some of the many talented Kiwi designers–both in New Zealand and abroad. Why not support some of these designers and the great work they do?
Mothers’ Day Giveaway 2023
Aletheia Apparel is gifting the Māwhero necklace to one amazing woman in recognition of the value of what one woman’s influence can make in the life of another woman.
Simply nominate a woman who has influenced you or challenged you to go beyond what you thought you were capable.