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The pair’s fashion label is described by the duo as the ‘shop window’ to their expansive interdisciplinary practice dedicated to sustainability and circularity, which includes a pioneering eco-textiles Research & Development lab, education initiatives and social impact projects.  The catwalk presentations serve the primary function of showcasing their newly developed materials, demonstrating the viability of circular approaches to fashion and textile products, and promoting the name and sustainability agendas of the VIN + OMI studio. The collections serve as a manifesto of their approach.","physicalDescription":"Outfit comprising of a knitted mid-length sleeveless dress of red and white wool and nettle fibre, worn with heels made from upcycled platform stilletoes and trainers, spraypainted bronze. 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