On the Street

Local business owner Emma Saunders practices what she preaches when it comes to living sustainably. For Emma, fashion is about making responsible choices while also having fun, experimenting with prints and embracing colour.

A favourite floral dress by Danish label Lolly’s Laundry from Shine, earrings by local designer Jude - Kouka Design, and sneakers from Rollies.

I’ve never settled on a style as such. It’s too much fun to try new things and extend myself out of my comfort zone. If you looked in my wardrobe there is print, colour, and some classic shapes to balance it out.

Comfortable, functional items and I love a dress with pockets.

Patterned socks.

Heading to The Green Collective workshop on Bridge Street to pack orders and prep for the launch of two new collaborations. Then teaching pilates classes later on this afternoon.

It has always been a mixture of second-hand finds, swaps with friends, and some new pieces. I love supporting local and independently-owned businesses. You can find some truly unique items to enjoy for many years.

Years ago I stepped away from the fast fashion quick buys, I love taking the time to do a bit of sleuthing on the story behind a brand. Awareness of the environment, conversations on natural fabrics, and less of a seasonal approach. I still look at any purchase, whether second-hand or new, and ask myself if I will wear it a minimum of 30 times.

My handbag, made locally by Louise from Kohl & Cochineal.

My husband won’t let me forget the day we met! An embarrassing work-to-party mistake.

A pair of fun sneakers. They go with everything. I love dressing down an outfit with sneakers.

Mix patterns and textures.

Absolutely Dee’s (@textile.mixologist on Instagram).

Something uncomfortable.