FASHION OPEN STUDIO is the first international fashion showcase to produce an entirely
digital schedule, with a packed programme of events from designers in the UK as well as
across 12 countries joining Fashion Revolution’s showcasing initiative for Fashion Revolution
Week 2020 (20 – 26 April 2020).
In response to the Coronavirus pandemic, FASHION OPEN STUDIO 2020 has worked with 25
designers in the UK and across a global network of 24 designers in 12 countries to bring
intimate studio experiences to a global audience allowing a bigger audience than ever tohave direct access to the designers leading the way to find innovative and meaningful
solutions to some of the biggest social and environmental challenges facing the fashionindustry. Designers and brands taking part include Phoebe English, Ssone, Raeburn, Kevin
Germanier, Bianca Saunders, Vivienne Westwood, Elvis & Kresse, Bethany Williams andemerging talents Matthew Needham, Paolo Carzana, and Joshua James Small.
Now in its fourth year, Fashion Open Studio’s purpose is to celebrate best practice andinnovation led by a carefully chosen selection of fashion and textile designers, biotech startups and retail disruptors. We believe that responsibility and transparency begins with thedesigner and there is no better way of being accountable and then opening up your studioto the public.
While many designers are self-isolating and do not have access to their studios, or are
working with social distancing measures, they are using the FASHION OPEN STUDIO digitalplatform to continue to connect with audiences through workshops and tutorials. We invite
audiences to join from home, with conversations and discussions around sustainability andinnovation, with practical solutions you can share, and ways to engage creatively with one
another at a time when it is important not to feel isolated.
The focus of the week-long series of Fashion Open Studio events is to work with designers toengage citizens with who makes their clothes - and to involve them in some of the hands-on
processes along the way. We want to enable designers to explore more deeply the social andenvironmental impacts of fashion and open up those conversations to create new rolemodels and systems. Fashion Open Studio allows designers to share every aspect of theirwork and offers tangible solutions and steps towards a more responsible industry.
The week’s content will include frank and open conversations with designers,demonstrations, workshops you can follow at home, inspiration and ways to connect withthis most progressive and creative of communities.

The week of events will kick off with a Denim Day in partnership with ISKO ™ * and ends
with a unique collaboration between FASHION OPEN STUDIO and Somerset House.
The deep dive into denim begins with an open session with denim design specialist andhistorian, Mohsin Sajid of Endrime who will be offering a virtual tour of his studio completewith a glimpse at some of the treasures of his rare denim collection. Patrick McDowell will
invite you to a workshop on customising denim while Sophie Hawkins of cult utility brand
S.Hawkins will give a tutorial on mending denim (bring your ripped and holey jeans for a
makeover session). Bianca Saunders will also give insight on her denim sourcing. MichelleLowe-Holder has a new upcycling project to share. We will also be introducing Anna Fosterof E.L.V Denim who will be talking about how she started her denim brand using recycled
garments to make premium jeans.
The day will culminate in a discussion on the future of denim led by Susie Lau of Style Bubble
investigating how this most durable and timeless of materials can form the foundation of thesustainable wardrobe and how ISKO and the denim industry is harnessing technology tominimise waste and promote best practice. Panellists will include Bianca Saunders, Keith
O'Brien Marketing & Business Development Manager from ISKO, Orsola de Castro, creative
director and co-founder, Fashion Revolution, Anna Foster of E.L.V. Denim, young designer
Patrick McDowell and Mohsin Sajid, founder of Endrime.
With our cultural partner, Somerset House, we will be bringing together four designers withvery different perspectives and a universal goal of rethinking the fashion system. CSM MA
graduate Paolo Carzana will be sharing the research and narrative behind his degreecollection The Boy Who Came Back to Life and discussing his ongoing collaboration with Ceri
Rees of Pinatex; Katie Jones will be sharing the secrets of her crochet practice; Congregation
will be giving a rare glimpse into the playful processes of their anonymous collective; andaward-winning Bethany Williams will be presenting her latest project launching as part ofSomerset House’s Earth Day 2020 programme.

We are also excited to be sharing exclusive films as part of Sarabande Foundation’sSarabande Sessions featuring Roberts Wood and Leo Carlton.
For our first full international programme, we are connecting designers across the world,working in collaboration with Fashion Revolution’s country coordinators and local partners
to provide behind the scenes access to designers in 12 countries from Fashion Revolution’s
far-reaching global network including Kowtow in New Zealand, Bodice in India, SonaAsemani in Iran, Emmy Kasbit in Nigeria and Soup Archive in Germany. Other countries
taking part include Czech Republic, France, Japan, Mexico, Switzerland, Vietnam andZimbabwe to share how they are rising to the challenges of making fashion with the lightest
social and environmental impact. The events will celebrate the people and processes behind
their work as well as promoting industry transparency and authentic narratives that
resonate with citizens, consumers and creatives alike.
Fashion Revolution said: “We believe that the way fashion is showcased, including fashion
weeks in their current format, needs to be urgently redesigned and upgraded. Covid-19 has
pushed us to accelerate new and innovative ways of showcasing fashion which we hope tobuild on in the coming year. Solutions to the global challenges designers and supply chains
face can be found within the industry itself through the dedication and commitment ofindustry insiders striving to explore new ways of working.
Fashion Open Studio proposes a whole new industry agenda. When designers open up theirstudios to the public, press and industry alike, and talk about the people who make theirclothes, their production processes and solutions to particular challenges, they are eachcontributing towards a crucial shift across the industry. By opening up their practice toquestions and welcoming a level of transparency that holds designers accountable every
step of the way.
Through internationalising Fashion Open Studio and moving the events to a digital space, we
hope to invite dialogue and collaboration with international fashion weeks to look at ways tominimise their collective burdensome impact.”
Tamsin Blanchard, Curator Fashion Open Studio said: “We are witnessing a growing appetitefrom a generation of designers to showcase their work in a space where conversations about
supply chains, waste reduction, overproduction and materials, as well as a more respectful
approach to the artisans, craftspeople and garment makers who make our clothes are taken
seriously. These designers are urgently trying to change the industry and its systems todecrease the shocking impact our industry has on the environment. Fashion Open Studio isthe platform for designers around the world to share information, find solutions, and valuetransparent lines of communication with their customers who have a powerful role to play indemanding and driving change.”
Orsola De Castro, Creative Director Fashion Revolution and Fashion Open Studio said:“Fashion Open Studio engages with young and established brands, with the people who
make our clothes, for irreverent and forward thinking debates and workshops that stimulatedifferent viewpoints – we come together to celebrate or critique, but always to pushboundaries.”-EndsNotes to Editors
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Listings information
A programme of digital events will take place during Fashion Revolution Week 2020 (20-26April). Events are listed on fashionopenstudio.com and are open to a public and industry
audience alike. For booking, ticketing and contact details please visit each individual event
listing.
Fashion Open Studio UK designers and brands:
Alice Potts
Bethany Williams
Bianca Saunders
Congregation
Davide CarranoElliss
E.L.V Denim
Elvis & Kresse
Helen Kirkum
Jo Miller
Joshua Small
Katie Jones
Kirsty McDougall
Kevin Germanier
Leo Carlton
Matthew Needham
Michelle Lowe-Holder
Mohsin Sajid, Endrime
Paolo Carzana
Phoebe English
Raeburn
Roberts-Wood
Sophie Hawkins, S.Hawkins
Ssone
Vivienne WestwoodXYZ ExchangeFashion Open Studio international schedule designers and brands:
Czech Republic – Odivi
Germany - Soup Archive
India – BODICE, Ka-Sha, Iro Iro
Iran – Azadeh Yasaman, Foje, Sona Asemani, Sanaz Nattaj
Japan – Atelier MA
Mexico – Caralarga
New Zealand – Kowtow
Nigeria – Awa Meite, Emmy Kasbit, Iamisgo
Switzerland – Estelle Krattinger, QWSTION, Rafael Kuoto
Vietnam – Moi-Dien, Tamay & MeZimbabwe – Guyllelujah, Haus of Stone
About Fashion Open Studio
Now in its fourth year, Fashion Open Studio is a Fashion Revolution initiative. Our purpose isto shine a spotlight on best practice and innovation being led by fashion and textile
designers, biotech start-ups and retail disruptors. We believe that responsibility andtransparency begins with the designer and there is no better way of being accountable foryour actions than opening up your studio to the public.
This is an alternative to the conventional fashion showcase which does little to address manyof the concerns citizens have about the social and environmental impacts of fashion. Fashion
Open Studio allows designers to share every aspect of their work and offers tangible
solutions and steps towards a more responsible industry.

* About ISKO™
ISKO is part of SANKO TEKSTIL, the textile division of the SANKO Group. As the premium
denim ingredient brand behind people’s most favorite jeans, it has a strong global presencein 35 countries with 60 international locations.
By virtue of its Responsible Innovation™ approach, founded on creativity, competence andcitizenship, ISKO works to make the world a better place bringing awareness toenvironmental aswell as social aspects. As a result of its R-TWO™ program made with certified reused cottonand certified recycled polyester, the company’s denim offer is fully responsible.
Committed to an approach of continuous improvement, ISKO relies on external stakeholder
engagement, striving for third-party certifications and partnerships. This has led to many
achievements, including: Nordic Swan Ecolabel, EU Ecolabel, STeP by OEKO-TEX®
certifications and Textile Exchange, ZDHC, SAC, and Sedex memberships.

The ISKO world is a full-power denim force from the ground up, it includes R&D, CreativeRoom, Iskoteca, ISKO Creative Room Services, Visionary Minds – all working to create acomplete network of excellence, creativity and innovation. The company’s advanced
expertise on woven technologies has extended to the world of sportswear and performance.
This has led to the development of two top ISKO™ innovations – Arquas™ and ISKO Vital™ –which have changed the game by introducing the benefits of woven fabrics, i.e. durability
and recovery power, into the activewear segment. As a result, they have become the go-tosolutions to a wide spectrum of needs, from high-performance to lifestyle brands that cateralso for sportswear.
ISKO is a trademark of SANKO TEKSTIL.
To find out more visit iskodenim.com
About Fashion Revolution
Who we are
We are Fashion Revolution. We are people from all around the world who make the fashionindustry work. We are the people who wear clothes. And we are the people who makethem.
We are designers, academics, writers, business leaders, policymakers, brands, retailers,marketers, producers, makers, workers and fashion lovers. We are the industry and we are
the public. We are world citizens. We are you.
Our vision
We believe in a fashion industry that values people, the environment, creativity and profit inequal measure.
Our mission
We want to unite people and organisations to work together towards radically changing theway our clothes are sourced, produced and consumed, so that our clothing is made in a safe,clean and fair way.
We believe that collaborating across the whole value chain — from farmer to consumer — isthe only way to transform the industry.
Our mission is to bring everyone together to make that happen.
We are a Global Movement
Fashion Revolution is a global movement that runs all year long. We celebrate fashion as apositive influence while also scrutinising industry practices and raising awareness of thefashion industry’s most pressing issues. We aim to show that change is possible andencourage those who are on a journey to create a more ethical and sustainable future forfashion.
Fashion Revolution strives to be action-oriented and solution focused. Rather than making
people feel guilty, we help them recognise that they have the power to do something to
make a positive change.

We often call ourselves “pro-fashion protesters” because we love fashion and want to see it
become a force for good.
We try to always be bold, provocative, inquisitive, accessible and inclusive. We tend to avoid
negative protesting, victimising and naming and shaming. We do not target specificindividual companies because we believe that the industry’s problems are bigger than any
one company’s actions. We do not advocate boycotting simply because we don’t see it as aneffective way to achieve systemic change.
About Fashion Revolution Week
20th – 26th April 2020
Fashion Revolution Week is our #whomademyclothes campaign in April, which falls on theanniversary of the Rana Plaza factory collapse, which killed 1138 people and injured many
more on 24th April 2013. That is the day Fashion Revolution was born. During this week,brands and producers are encouraged to respond with the hashtag #imadeyourclothes andto demonstrate transparency in their supply chain. We will also invite a deeper
understanding of the materials we use to make our clothes with the hashtag#Whatsinmyclothes.