Operating Since: May 2009
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| Freddy & Andrew |
What are you all about?
What kind of clothes do you make?
We're about creating funky comfy Street Styles in an Earth Conscious way. After producing the first range in Bali, *Sistahood* is now back to its roots, and made in Raglan. Like a lot of Kiwis, we are striving towards self-sufficiency and living in Harmony with Mother Earth; filling every step with as much Love as we can. For the business, that meant working with Organic fabrics, toxic-free inks and Fair Trade practices. The last Collections were very colourful and bright; the one we are currently working on is more earthy & subtle while still playful... Organic Cotton t-shirts, singlets, hoodies, pants and dresses. Also very excited to announce *Brothahood*, organic Streetwear for Men :)
What kind of clothes do you make?
We're about creating funky comfy Street Styles in an Earth Conscious way. After producing the first range in Bali, *Sistahood* is now back to its roots, and made in Raglan. Like a lot of Kiwis, we are striving towards self-sufficiency and living in Harmony with Mother Earth; filling every step with as much Love as we can. For the business, that meant working with Organic fabrics, toxic-free inks and Fair Trade practices. The last Collections were very colourful and bright; the one we are currently working on is more earthy & subtle while still playful... Organic Cotton t-shirts, singlets, hoodies, pants and dresses. Also very excited to announce *Brothahood*, organic Streetwear for Men :)
Who makes your clothes?
I do with my friends. I design and cut. My friend Dominique makes the patterns. Phil & I do the screen printing. And several friends do the sewing. It's always been a dream of mine to work with friends & keep the production as local as possible; but as the business is growing, we might have to start doing some manufacturing in Auckland.
Can we buy them online?
Yes, please do :)
What price range are your clothes in?
$70 - $200
Why do you think NZ clothing labels outsource their manufacturing overseas?
For some, it might be the beaten track. For others, it might be a lifestyle choice... For many, I'm sure, it is the fact that productions is cheaper & there are a lot more options than there are in New Zealand.
What could the Government do to help clothing labels keep it in NZ?
A government grant to start up your business would be a great help.
Anything to add?
There's no separation - we're all part of each other & everything we do matters :) And I would like to invite everyone to our first fashion show in Auckland on the 29th of May, as part of the New Zealand Organic Expo 2011!!
nice prints. def wanna get some cheetah ears.
ReplyDeletehttp://freddychur.com/shop/scarves/hoodie-scarf-yellow-cheetah/
- Bridget