A collaboration with a difference!

lindavydra — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 02:02:55 +0000

On Sunday 30th January, The Clothing Exchange combined forces with the eclectic Rose Street Market in the iconic Fitzroy district.

With the sun shining strong, we had a group of lovely ladies come down and swap to their hearts content! The market made for a colorful background whilst swapping anything from frocks, cardigans, nice knits to a colourful array of accessories. Whilst the market displayed the work of up to 40 artists and designers.

Kate Luckins the founder of The Clothing Exchange reflected on the first event at the Rose St summer series in December, “the garment donations were incredible, with more vintage treasures and a fantastic jumpsuit that was happily claimed by local designer Gwendolynne Burkin”.

Weekend Notes

lindavydra — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 06:47:46 +0000

We stumbled upon this clever website which allows you to check-out what is fun, funky and happening in your local state.

Discover fun things to do in Melbourne with WeekendNotes.

New Look, New Home

Juliette — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 04:52:49 +0000

We now have a new website and a new home for our blog .. so please come over and see what we are up to over there. Look forward to seeing you soon

Seeking Volunteers

lindavydra — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 01:46:47 +0000

With National Swap Day around the corner we are seeking Volunteers for all the states (Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Perth and most importantly Brisbane). If you love clothes, being sustainable and are happy to spare a few hours, please email melbourne@clothingexchange.com.au

You are cordially invited ..

Juliette — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:27:22 +0000

The invitation design was finalised yesterday … cool huh? This is the one for Melbourne – but we are holding events in Sydney, Perth, Adelaide and Brisbane – a truly national event! Check out the events page on our website for all the details.

(PS – if you live outside these areas and want to get involved, why not hold your own swap? full details to come but express your interest by flicking an email to juliette@clothingexchange.com.au)

Swap your Frock with a twist!

lindavydra — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 02:12:12 +0000

We recently held a swapping event with a difference down in Melbourne. Held at the iconic BMW Edge, Federation Square. The theme of the night was “Swap your frock.” We also had Leeyong hosting a crafter table With great coverage thanks to Triple J and City Weekly, we had a great turn out. Some lovely dresses were swapped, check out the photos below:

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Tweet Tweet

lindavydra — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 01:54:00 +0000

The Clothing Exchange is now tweeting, hear us tweet about what’s happening in the world of Clothes swapping, when your next event is being held and exciting giveaways!

Calling all Bloggers

Juliette — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 03:31:55 +0000

So you love fashion, care about the environment and keep an active blog? Well then this is for you – we are currently seeking out all those amazing bloggers out there (we know who you are) to come forward, give The Clothing Exchange a little love and most importantly the amazingness that is National Swap Day. And for your troubles we would like to invite you and a friend along to your nearest swap. If you would like to be involved download and fill in the document here and return to Juliette@clothingexchange.com.au

National Swap Day details can be found here

Buy Nothing New Month

Juliette — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 05:47:49 +0000

October will be the month of Buy Nothing New, an initiative promoted by Salvos Stores nation wide. This is excellent timing for us as National Swap Day is going to be held on October 25th (as you all know by now!). The lovely people at Salvos have started a great blog – so if you have a moment check it out and get involved. The Salvos do some fantastic work across Australia and particularly towards the end of the year, this is one organization worth supporting.

The Rise of Collaborative Consumption

Juliette — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 05:42:39 +0000

Juliette was interviewed for the Collaborative Consumption blog this week, and what fabulous timing as ‘What’s Mine is Yours’ the book has just launched this week in The States. We will be park of the book launch in Melbourne by holding a swap and being part of the discussion panel on 18th November – stay tuned for extra details.