nurturing new forms: a glimpse into the creative process
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a personal reflection on finding authenticity in fashion, leading to simétrie's newest collection: nurture. discover how gentle curves and organic forms inspired two new leather colourways – wheat and matcha – handcrafted in melbourne with intention and care.
january updates & insights
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an update from Simone, and some highlights from the customer survey that was conducted over the holidays
behind our leathers
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a deeper dive into why we are using bovine leather vs kangaroo leather in our latest collection, and a glimpse on whether we will be able to use vegan leather in the future.
fashion forward: a guide to conscious consumption
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at simétrie we believe in creating products that prioritise the health of our planet and the well-being of those who make them. we've collated five practical recommendations to help you consciously consume, helping you prioritise the health of our planet and the livelihoods of the people behind the items you wear.
meet our artisan leathercraft makers
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the utmost care is taken at every stage of our bag making process to ensure we bring you pieces that never harm people or the planet. we've expanded our studio and our the team of artisan crafters and like our bags, upholding our ethos, is made possible by their human hands ~
the exciting reasons why we’re pausing made to order ~
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at simétrie, our team is made up of artisan craftswomen creating the works of wearable art in our bag range. we’re also lucky enough to have opportunities to collaborate with others in the local community who are just as passionate about quality and style as we are - and to share the talents of our team with them.
meet our founder and learn why she created simétrie
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Meet our founder, Simone Agius, as she shares her story about why she set out to create simétrie; the slow fashion bag brand that makes us feel good without impacting our people or our planet.
how we make the Universal Tote Pack
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we share with you the craftsmanship and process that goes into each of our made-to-order Universal Tote Packs, which take over 17 hours to make in our Brunswick atelier. by making each of these totes through a made-to-order model, each piece receives the love and attention it truly deserves.
sisterly collection - the story behind the collaboration
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at simétrie, we are so excited to reveal our collaboration with SisterWorks as well as the process & heart behind each piece of the Sisterly Collection.
meet the craftswoman behind the thick tote bag: kim ryan
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to celebrate the re-stocking of our much-loved Thick Tote Bag, in collaboration with Mosey Me, we are shining a spotlight on the craftswoman behind each tote - Ballarat based, Kim Ryan.
the torch: supporting life beyond incarceration
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at simétrie, we are shining a light on The Torch, an incredible organisation in Victoria that provides an avenue for change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander offenders and ex-offenders. 50% of proceeds from our archive sale are going towards this incredible organisation. find out more about how you can also support The Torch.
it's time to show our support
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at simétrie, we have put together a collection of australian BIPOC individuals and businesses to amplify and support - now and in the future.
comfort in creativity | part 2
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shortly after social distancing measures were put in place & creative industries were drastically affected, I reached out to a few creative individuals to ask them how their creative practice is helping them through it. this week in the series we hear from artist Delta Venus, jeweller Elizabeth Herman, & weaver Rachel Wood.
comfort in creativity | part 1
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at times of uncertainty, we all turn to art for comfort. i asked some of the creatives in the fashion/art world around me how they are dealing with the current situation, & how their creative practice is helping them get through it.
here’s why we make locally in Melbourne
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we are incredibly proud to craft all our products in Melbourne. we explore why making locally forms a vital part of our brand ethos – as well as the challenges that can come with it. discover our processes and why during these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to support Australian businesses.