This term our Year 9 students were given a first-hand look into the world of ‘slow fashion’ with a visit from Daniel Smith, owner and founder of South Australian beach and streetwear label, andorwith.
 
Daniel shared his insights into ethical production, quality craftsmanship and the environmental impact of clothing choices, showcasing sample garments and marketing materials—many produced within walking distance of his store. Students were treated to exclusive previews of unreleased products. His passion and authenticity made a strong impression, with many students staying back afterwards to personally thank him.
 
The incursion served as a powerful launchpad for the Term 4 cross-curricular program linking Geography and Business, in which students investigated the global impacts of the fast fashion industry. They explored how major clothing brands shape consumer behaviour, examined ethical and environmental issues associated with the fashion industry, and reflected on their own purchasing habits and brand loyalties. Students also traced the evolution of fashion to understand how consumer demand helped drive the rise of fast fashion.
 
To contrast this model, students investigated a range of international and local slow fashion brands, hypothesising what a more sustainable future for the industry could look like. The unit culminated in students stepping into the role of marketers, each developing a campaign to promote their chosen slow fashion brand. Their work included pop-up store concepts, educational content series, email marketing, and both long- and short-form video content designed for specific target audiences.
 
The college is proud to empower students to think critically, creatively and sustainably as they engage with real-world issues shaping our world.