{"title":"Slow Fashion","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith a deep love for sewing and sustainability, it was inevitable that Seaside Squirrel would pivot to dressmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter teaching herself how to use a sewing machine during the COVID lockdown, Lauren started experimenting with techniques and fabrics, eventually signing up to an evening class in dressmaking. The following year, she was signed up for a three year course in fashion design, learning skills as varied as pattern drafting, couture techniques, and creative experimentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeaside Squirrel's focus is on using earth-friendly materials - natural, biodegradable fibres and textiles like cotton, linen, and wool, as well as deadstock or repurposed fabrics \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003esourced responsibly from small independent UK and Irish suppliers\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur garments are designed and crafted with intention, reducing waste as feasibly as possible, designing timeless styles rather than following fleeting trends. We know too well how disastrous the consequences of fast fashion has on the environment and garments workers \u003cem\u003e(to learn more about fast fashion, check out our blog \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.seasidesquirrel.ie\/blogs\/news\/a-sustainable-wardrobe\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Sustainable Wardrobe\u003c\/a\u003e). \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeaside Squirrel actively rejects the mass-production model of fast-fashion in favour of slow, earth-friendly craftsmanship, choosing to\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e focuses on intentional, small-batch creation. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-complete=\"true\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"yADgie\" data-copy-service-computed-style='font-family: \"Google Sans\", Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-weight: 400; margin: 0px; text-decoration: none; border-bottom: 0px rgb(10, 10, 10);'\u003eEvery piece is designed for durability and low environmental impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bright-flowerheads-shirtdress","title":"Bright Flowerheads Shirtdress","description":"\u003cp\u003eA bright and colourful shirtdress with bold flowerhead designs in pink, turquoise, blue and violet on a blue background with little pink spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shirtdress is mid-length and is made of brushed back jogging fabric so it's cosy and warm on the inside. It features a hood lined in purple cotton fabric that crosses at the front of the garment. The sleeves are pleated on the lower arm and the cuff is bound in pink satin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of a kind garment as unfortunately i cannot get hold of this lovely fabric anymore. I have three of these in medium size only - one has no pockets, the second one has patch pockets, and the third one has welt side pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJogging fabric is 95% cotton and 5% elastane.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seaside Squirrel","offers":[{"title":"No pockets","offer_id":55147936940371,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Patch pockets","offer_id":55147936973139,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Welt side pockets","offer_id":55147937005907,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/1741\/9418\/files\/Floralshirtdress1.jpg?v=1790863191"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/1741\/9418\/collections\/IMG_6142.jpg?v=1790784076","url":"https:\/\/www.seasidesquirrel.ie\/collections\/slow-fashion.oembed","provider":"Seaside Squirrel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}