Local designers are slowing down fashion to reduce waste.

by Seher Asaf, May 3, 2017

“We’re not going to change any of the issues until people are aware. But gaining awareness will be the biggest and hardest step,” said McAughren.

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Designer with Nanaimo roots unveils fashion collection

"Up and coming fashion designer Janine McAughren unveiled her eco-conscious hand-dyed fashion collection Indigo Shores in Vancouver earlier this month.

The Nanaimo born, Wellington Secondary School graduate, was one of 28 emerging designers featured during the Kwantlen Polytechnic University fashion show, simply called The Show, at the Imperial Vancouver April 5-6.

McAughren’s fashion line is called Ghren, the last five letters of her last name. The Indigo Shores collection was part of her final project to complete her four-year degree in fashion design and technology at the university.

“It is so exciting. This is something I have been dreaming of for the last four years,” said McAughren, adding she is looking forward to the next step in her career...."

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