Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) has partnered with local charity Lewis-Manning Hospice Care to create a brand-new collection, Trash to Treasure, specifically for a sustainable fashion show taking place at the Porsche Centre, Ferndown.
AUB’s BA (Hons) Fashion and BA (Hons) Textiles Design students transformed garments from Lewis-Manning’s Winton charity shop into 15 bespoke, never-seen-before looks, to be debuted at the event, which takes place on Thursday 18 September.
The show will conclude with a striking finale, featuring Bridgerton-style dresses designed and created by AUB’s BA (Hons) Costume students earlier this year for Hurn Court Opera’s recent production of La Cenerentola.
Alongside the fashion show, attendees are offered the chance to browse and purchase a range of premium high-street and designer goods at discounted prices. Boden clothing has been generously donated by Johnnie Boden himself, while locally based Loved Not Lost presents a range of preloved items for purchase on the night.
Clare Gallie, CEO of Lewis-Manning Hospice Care, says, “We’re absolutely thrilled that so many people and organisations have stepped forward to support our first sustainable fashion show. I have no doubt it’s going to be a remarkable evening that celebrates creativity and style, while also highlighting the importance of sustainability and fighting fast fashion.
“It’s important to us that our fundraising events create new and different opportunities for our community to enjoy. Our upcoming fashion show is no different, and the funds raised will go a long way towards helping us provide person-centred hospice care, that is always free to the patient.”
General admission tickets are priced at £25 and include a welcome drink on arrival. All proceeds from the event will go directly towards Lewis-Manning’s vital services, which provide free care and support for more than 1,200 people and their families each year across East Dorset, Purbeck, and Poole.
Tickets can be purchased online from Lewis-Manning's website.
