Olympia Surfrider Foundation and Remake Our World are thrilled to bring the documentary film screening of, Fashion Reimagined, to the community. This documentary and the post-film Q&A will be a great way to learn more about the fashion industry’s impact on people and the planet.
Fashion designer, Amy Powney of cult label, Mother of Pearl is a rising star in the London fashion scene. Raised off the grid in rural England by activist parents, Amy has always felt uneasy about the devastating environmental impact of her industry. When she wins the coveted Vogue award for Best Young Designer of the Year, which comes with a big cash prize, Amy decides to use the money to create sustainable collection from field to finished garment, and transform her entire business. Over the following three years, her personal revolution becomes the precursor of a much bigger societal change.
The post-film Q&A will be moderated by, JeLisa Marshall, Community Organizer with Remake. Panelists are; Beth Doglio, WA State Representative, 22nd district, Shari Trnka, Local Olympia upcycling clothier, Kathryn Horvath, Waste is Out of Fashion Campaign Associate with PIRG, Drea Johnson, Founder & Creative Director at Hidden Opulence, and Zakiya Nicole, Executive Director & Founder of The Chayah Movement. This event is sponsored by The Chayah Movement and PIRG.
Doors open 3:00pm / Film 4:00pm
Olympia Surfrider, Remake and PIRG will have info and education tables set up before the film
