ON THE STREET Hemp fanatic Claude Gavey believes in sourcing ethical and earth-friendly clothing that looks and feels great. Describe what you are wearing today. Today I’m wearing a hemp t-shirt and pants from Afends - hemp is my number one fabric to wear - and an amazingly cosy wool Sherpa vest made in Nepal. On my feet I’ve got my good ol’ possum socks and Blundstones combo for all weather, all terrain wear. Also a possum beanie stolen from my Mum... love you Mum!
Do you have a usual style? I love wearing all-natural fabric like wool and usually something made of hemp. My clothes have got to be comfy and make me feel good and I like outfits that play on a particular mood or purpose. I often go for a colour or tonal theme... colour is super fun to wear and keeps it playful. It’s important to me to feel laid back and casual whilst having a thread that ties the whole outfit together - which might be the right cap or pin or even socks!
What items do you have the most of in your wardrobe? The items I probably have most of in my wardrobe are caps, possibly silk scarves (I can’t get enough of them!). I do have quite a few woolly jumpers too...
What looks or trends do you like at the moment? Individuality is always on trend. I love a look that amplifies someone’s personality. Op shopping your looks is a great trend. We have to stop buying into fast fashion and the best way to create and express a fully unique look is from an op shop. I’m into sustainability in fashion too, wearing fabrics that are friendly to the earth and us.
Where do you buy most of your clothes? Well, if it’s not obvious from my last answer... op shops! I look on Trade Me if I’m after a specific item and I will often find something even better too. I really only buy brand new if it can’t be found second hand. Also, clothes swap parties!
What wardrobe staple should everyone invest in? A simple hemp tee and hemp jeans. Seriously, hemp is just THAT comfy! Also something unusual and fun, that makes you feel the fantasy every time you wear it. Fashion and clothing is really all about expressing who you are and feeling empowered doing it.
Finish this sentence. You would never catch me wearing.... Polyester. For real. Or uncomfortable shoes. Like why?!
