Welcome to the Isaboko Radically Sustainable Fashion crash course. Get ready to learn a little bit about a lot of stuff.Welcome to the Isaboko Radically Sustainable Fashion crash course. Get ready to learn a little bit about a lot of stuff.

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Isaboko holds an optimistic view of the future, believing that humanity and civilization can coexist in harmony with the Earth. These are clothes that can exist in that future, and inspire hope in our present. Solarpunk is a movement that represents the envisioning of this future, believing in it, and actively working to turn it into a reality.

DONT BE GUILTY! JUST TRY TO BE BETTER! JUST TRY TO BE IN THE WORLD AND TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER. BE SMART, BE STRONG. WE CAN DO IT, I KNOW WE CAN! I LOVE YOU. DO YOU FEEEL IT?

GENDER FREE DESIGN

This one is for all the non binary freaks out there. Hey fam. Also what even is gender free? Is it taking from some masculine and some feminine design ideals and mixing them up? Maybe the best of both? Anyone can wear anything as long as you can get yout body into it right? Tea? How do we intentionally design for gender free wear?

Gender-free design holds immense significance for the future of fashion, as it challenges societal norms and embraces individual self-expression. The LGBTQ+ community and numerous fashion industry figures have played a pivotal role in championing this movement. Understanding the impact of fashion psychology, we recognize that limited access to desired clothing restricts one's ability to materialize and embody their true identity. Isaboko rebels against gender norms, seeking to combat rigid perceptions of appearance and personal potential. Gender expression should be about individuality, rather than conformity to predefined standards. Clothing serves as a reflection of the self, possessing the transformative power to shape one's beliefs, actions, and sense of identity. The reliance on gendered labels such as "men's" and "women's" when describing garments appears archaic and something we can and should move beyond.

Articles to read:

https://www.greenpeace.org/international/story/4962
4/climate-hope-everywhere-you-are/

Designing with a gender-free aesthetic entails embracing personal interpretations and preferences of gender aesthetics. Isaboko strives to create pieces that can appeal to both men and women, encouraging a more expressive and experimental approach to everyday fashion. This not only expands individual expression and fosters a demand for more unique clothing but also contributes to sustainable fashion practices. Furthermore, adopting a gender-free aesthetic has the potential to reduce gender-based violence, offering a solution rooted in inclusivity and respect.

Koen Korstanje and Jonna Grigelevich at Camp Isaboko
by Isabella Kostrzewa

VIDEOS TO WATCH:
https://youtu.be/wcMLFMsIVis?si=zX4km0xDkLzSv47V

From a sustainability standpoint, designing garments that can be worn by anyone extends their potential audience, potentially prolonging their lifecycle and diverting them from the waste stream. Isaboko leans towards looser, boxier fits that challenge conventional notions of everyday attire, workwear, and gender-specific ideas of attractiveness based on body types. Many pieces feature adjustable components, accommodating changes in body shape and reducing the stigma associated with natural bodily transformations over time. Size inclusivity and diverse design are key aspects of creating a truly sustainable future. By embracing intersectionality and considering various aspects of identity and experience, we can pave the way for a more inclusive and impactful fashion industry.

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Hey, I love you. Do you want to be a solarpunk freak? First, you have to care, second, you have to not give up hope, third, you have to have radical optimism for the future. Fourth, you have to work to make a difference. Fifth, you have to have a lot of fun. Are you ready? Let's do it! Oh, also-

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