Fashion and textile design in Norway
The Norwegian climate, the country’s natural resources and informal lifestyle have all influenced the fashion and textile industry and are currently inspiring a sustainable future.
Since the industrial beginnings in the 19th century, much has happened in Norwegian textile production. But even for today’s fashion designers, clothes are made for real life, and designed to last.
Intro: Fashion and textile design in Norway
A Sámi-inspired fashion label is creating a stir among investors and fashionistas. Gobmi is a brave new venture forged in the nexus between the mountain plateaus of the north and the urban city living of the south.
Project: Sámi Urban Wear
How can a young designer create her own fashion label and at the same time inspire to change the textile industry?
Project: ESP
At a time when most textile manufacturers moved abroad to countries with cheaper labour and lower production costs, Oleana stayed at home.