Kemi Gbadebo, Founder of GBADEBO, talks about her luxury sustainable street wear brand! Interview w/ The NGY Show
Fashion Designer Kemi Gbadebo, winner of season 1 BBC’s “The Drop”, and founder of luxury sustainable street wear brand GBADEBO, joins Unity Radios, The Next Gen Youths in an interview about her brand!
Discussing topics such as working as part of a team after being independent. The sole use of sustainable materials for her brand and important of sustainability within fashion design, looking into materials which Kemi enjoys working with. Kemi also speaks of her collaborations with brands such as Ellesse and how the 90’s Hip Hop era inspires her work with Unity Radio and the Manchester Hip Hop Archive. How Kemi got into fashion design is also covered in the interview, as well as stories on the people who inspired her with their boldness, pushing boundaries and reinventing design. Kemi hopes to lead a new wave of sustainable fashion.
Check out the full interview for more!
Gbadebo isn’t just a brand; it’s a movement. We breathe new life into discarded and damaged textiles, championing sustainability in every decision we make. Our commitment to sourcing exclusively from recycled or damaged materials rescues them from landfills, reducing our environmental footprint and setting a standard for a circular fashion industry. Our core philosophy is rooted in combating fashion’s detrimental impact on the environment. We aim to shift attitudes towards consumption, encouraging people to see fashion as a form of self-expression and artistry rather than a disposable commodity. Each garment tells a story of conscious choices leading to a positive environmental impact, drawing inspiration from 90s streetwear merged with contemporary aesthetics.
We’re unwavering in our commitment to transparency, ethics, and craftsmanship, and we’re dedicated to raising awareness, fostering inclusivity, and collaborating for a more sustainable future.
Find GBADEBO’s online:
www.gbadebo.uk
https://www.instagram.com/gbdbo/?hl=en-gb
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