Monthly Meeting: Turning Waste into Wearables
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Join us for a fascinating look at the intersection of art, activism, and environmental stewardship with Rebekah Fraser, the Founding Director of Trash to Fashion.
We live in a world of "fast fashion" and disposability, where we often don't give a second thought to the items we discard. But what happens to our environment when "away" isn't actually away? How can we shift our mindset from seeing trash as a burden to seeing it as a creative resource?
Rebekah, a New Haven-based artist, has been answering these questions since 2007 by transforming found objects—from discarded credit cards and phone chargers to window screens—into stunning wearable art. She will lead us in a discussion about the "trashion" movement and how upcycling can help combat the global crisis of textile waste.
- How can creative reuse change our relationship with consumption?
- What are the local impacts of textile waste in Connecticut?
- Can art be a primary tool for environmental advocacy?
Rebekah Fraser, the founding Director of Trash to Fashion, is a New Haven-based artist and award-winning social entrepreneur. Through her work, she bridges the gap between sophisticated style and ethical living, proving that fashion can be both high-end and highly sustainable.
We will meet for coffee and conversation at 6:30 PM followed by Rebekah's talk at 7:00 PM.