‘Locally made’ has many benefits – especially to independent clothing brands. Fast turnarounds and small unit quantities ensure you can be nimble and offer new and exciting limited-edition product throughout the seasons. This way of producing also minimises dead stock and wastage – a more sustainable method for local labels.
New labels should consider developing product that can be used in various iterations throughout the seasons. Creating a silhouette to carry various prints or plains in different fabrics is a good way of extending the product development investment whilst keeping the offering fresh.
Please contact Jamie to discuss how you can have your product sustainably and economically ‘Made in Melbourne’.
COAT THE LABEL
Developed by Jamie Ferris-May Studio, Coat garments for sight hounds are made to order in Melbourne. All doggie sweaters are a high-end offering, made in merino wool jersey. The one design is produced in a few colours each season.
ANDIE KIDS
Developed by Jamie Ferris-May Studio, Andie Kids product is all made in Melbourne in small quantities per style. Simple styling and unique detailing defines the brand.
VARIETY HOUR STUDIO
Developed by Jamie Ferris-May Studio, Variety Hour garments are all made in Melbourne in small runs at any one time. Styling is simple, making Cassie Byrnes’ beautiful prints the the hero here..
IPSE
Developed by Jamie Ferris-May Studio, IPSE sells fun and practical nursing wear in fabric designed and printed locally. IPSE manufactures in Melbourne in small runs, keeping the unique breast feeding dress fresh by changing the print offering regularly.
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