Sketches to Textiles: Rouda

Doodles become playful, colorful apparel for the Melbourne-based label

by Chérmelle D. Edwards Doodling is the root of all of Rouda‘s final products. While sketches to textiles to wearable pieces might not seem to be a stretch in terms of process, the brand’s founder—Melbourne-based Megan McNeill—certainly has an adventurous and playful approach. First appearing in winter 2014, Rouda’s “Positive/Negative” collection was a monochromatic boutique hit. When returning with this year’s A/W collection (called “Fiesta”), …

Fabric-Focused Womenswear by Zii Ropa

The young Mexico City-based label's designs revolve around simple lines and high-quality materials

Since moving to Mexico three and half years ago, Vancouver native Bridget Tidey has started her own unique clothing line Zii Ropa. Founded just last year, the brand’s aesthetic is comfortable yet flattering, durable yet sophisticated and is “inspired by diversity of different cultures, landscapes and traditions of making textiles throughout the world,” Tidey tells CH. “I’ve been making clothes since Home Ec class in …

Breast Cancer Survivors Model Unisex Underwear

For its latest advertising campaign, genderless underwear company Play Out has recruited breast cancer survivors who underwent double mastectomies as models. Play Out’s owner Abby Sugar—who’s good friends with the models chosen for the campaign—is using the campaign to challenge the way people perceive both fashion and gender while also raising awareness around breast cancer. By highlighting the stories and experiences of these survivors, Play …