Delight School’s Hemlines & Headlines: Education In Sustainable Fashion
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- July 11, 2025
At Delight Tailoring Fashion & Design School, sustainability is part of our identity. We train students to design with intention — not just for style, but for social and environmental impact. From day one, they’re encouraged to think responsibly about what they create and why.
Sustainability is integrated across our curriculum. We offer specific modules on eco-fashion, circular design, and ethical sourcing. Students also learn how to reuse, upcycle, and experiment with low-waste practices — all while grounding their skills in timeless tailoring and design principles.
Materials, Innovation & Studio Practice
In our studios, students use sustainable fabrics — from organic cotton and bamboo to repurposed denim and deadstock textiles. They’re encouraged to push boundaries. One standout project turned old school uniforms into a powerful statement collection.
We also emphasize African textiles — not just as materials, but as cultural assets worth preserving and innovating around.
Industry Engagement & Events
We make sure students gain exposure through real-world events like the Kenya Ethical Fashion Expo and local upcycling showcases. These platforms help them network, build confidence, and understand the professional world of sustainable fashion.
We also connect them with ethical African brands for internships and mentorship — allowing them to learn from those already leading the green fashion space.
Thought Leadership & Advocacy
We encourage students to be more than designers — to be advocates. Through our platform Delight Voices, they share blogs, fashion films, and exhibitions focused on sustainability.
We host and join panel talks, fashion symposiums, and masterclasses to help them engage with larger conversations around ethical fashion.
Impact & Future Direction
African fashion education has a major role to play in global sustainability. At Delight, we measure impact not just by career success — but by how many of our students lead sustainable projects and brands.
Our vision? To become East Africa’s first circular fashion school — one that leads in both creativity and conscious design.
Final Word: A Fashion Future Rooted in Africa
ACT is proving that sustainable African fashion isn’t a distant dream — it’s already happening. From Ankara upcycled into bags, to waste turned into work, the brand is redefining how we see fashion waste.
Because in Africa, nothing is wasted — everything is transformed.
