The future of fashion: sustainability and innovations

The future of fashion: sustainability and innovations

Like you, we love fashion and all the beautiful things it brings to this world. But we also cannot ignore its dark side. The bitter truth is that the fast growth of the fashion industry turned it into one of the world’s largest pollution problems. Sounds terrible, we know, but there are some improvements and innovations which can change the situation.

In this blog, we’ll share with you some of our favourite innovations in the fashion industry and try to predict what the future of fashion will look like.
March 15, 2022 — Kaia Mar
Kaia Mar Successfully Launched on Kickstarter

Kaia Mar Successfully Launched on Kickstarter

We are happy to announce that our Kickstarter campaign for Kaia Mar has come to an end with the successful result of £12,329 funded. Thank you for your support and trust in our brand! 

We are beyond excited and can't wait for our first clients to receive their orders and share their feedback. The Kaia Mar community is growing rapidly and we are happy that you share our vision on sustainable and slow fashion that doesn’t come at a cost for our planet. 

How did we make it happen?

Kaia Mar's journey began with a crazy idea to create a planet-positive accessories brand. We started researching different alternative materials and found Desserto, an award-winning cactus textile producer. Cactus is a perfect plant-based material for our bags since it is vegan, cruelty-free, and durable material which looks as good as the one made from cows, if not better.

Our bags are produced at the world’s first vegan factory - Veshin. We believe in their philosophy of eco-friendly and circular manufacturing practices that align with our mission and values. 

With such beautiful and sustainability-forward brands as Deserto and Veshin, we'll be able to make a difference in this world by creating innovative, eco-friendly, premium cactus textile handbags that you will love.

Kaia Mar first collection - An ode to the joy and beauty of Nature

Our phone bag
Whether you're headed to the airport, to grab a drink with friends, or to walk the dog - this minimalistic phone bag keeps all your essentials in one place.
The bag is made to keep your essentials safe and sound. It's spacious enough for smartphones, wallets or other small items. The magnetic closure snaps securely shut so everything you need is beautifully secure in one place.


Our Boxy Bag
Carry all your on-the-go essentials with this minimalistic geometric design by Kaia Mar.
This bag is perfect for any occasion. It can be used in a range of different settings, from parties to parks and everything else in between! This versatile design offers versatility with its interchangeable straps - you'll have no problem finding one that fits your personality perfectly.
This bag is equipped with an adjustable shoulder strap that can be positioned cross-body or over the shoulder, making it more versatile for any occasion. The strap comes in 3 different lengths, so you can personalize it to your height and style preferences.


Interchangeable Straps
Take your bag to the next level with Kaia Mar Straps and transform the look of every bag that you own. Kaia's straps are made from recycled PU material. They come in two designs to suit any personality and style!

What's next?

Once again thanks a lot for your generous donation to our brand. You are all part of this journey towards a genuine sustainable fashion experience! 
We're so excited to be able to use this funding for something that will really make a difference! 


We will use the money to pay for part of the cost of production as well as invest in developing  additional straps and offering an extended colour range for our bags. Most importantly, it will fuel the vision we have for Kaia Mar.


Stay tuned and join our green fashion journey. Together we can make a difference and change the world of fashion for the better. 
If you have any additional questions please email us at info@kaiamar.co.uk
In the meantime, you can follow the journey in our social media accounts
https://www.instagram.com/bykaiamar


https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cactushandbags/handbags-made-from-cactus 

January 08, 2022 — Kaia Mar
The end of the beginning. The launch of Kaia Mar

The end of the beginning. The launch of Kaia Mar

Those who say we should dream big are right, as what was just an idea for us back in 2020 turned into a business for Kaia Mar a year later. The brand is off to a start on Kickstarter, where people, or in Kickstarter’s terms backers, can order their early bird bundles of the very first Kaia Mar production.

One of the main reasons we started Kaia Mar was to provide people with sustainable and high-quality bags and accessories. This is why a lot of attention is given to the materials from which the products are made as well as the manufacturer who would ensure successful production of the items. To get off on the right foot, we started working with reliable partners. One of them being Desserto – a leader in cactus textile production and another important partner Veshin – a sustainable fashion manufacturer. Together with their help, we created products that we dreamed of and wished for others to have. So, let’s look at our first collection?

Presenting – Kaia Mar products  

Handbags

- Phone bag: a small bag for the most important items such as your phone, wallet and keys created for those who are tired of not finding their essentials fast enough. Small and classy, with secure magnetic closure. 

- Boxy bag: little black dress seems to never go out of style, and now so does this new Kaia Mar bag that will complement any outfit with its modern and classic design. 

Straps

When creating these simple, versatile and functional handbags, we also wanted to bring fun and uniqueness to our products. This is why we created Magji and Calipso straps. These colourful and one-of-a-kind straps are interchangeable, meaning that you will be able to create a new look while needing just one great bag. 

November 11, 2021 — Kaia Mar
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Future of fashion: what innovations are implemented in the fashion industry?

Past events happening in the world showed that the only stable thing is change. And what else do we know to be constantly changing? Fashion. But how did fashion change, adapt, and evolved during this time? Where does it shift towards? What kind of fashion innovations should we look for? 
September 06, 2021 — Kaia Mar
6 tips on how to take care of vegan leather

6 tips on how to take care of vegan leather

We already talked about the advantages of vegan material. And if you're already letting that amazing feeling sunk in as you see your new faux textile bag, we're here to serve you some useful tips on how to make sure that your product would be there for you longer.

July 15, 2021 — Kaia Mar
(Digital) future of fashion: how modern can fashion get?

(Digital) future of fashion: how modern can fashion get?

I guess we already got used to robot vacuum cleaners, smart refrigerators and every other technological advantage that made our lives so much easier. As these innovations are taking over every aspect of our lives, what does it bring to the fashion industry?

 

June 29, 2021 — Kaia Mar
Why designers and manufacturers should work hand in hand?

Why designers and manufacturers should work hand in hand?

It’s no surprise that the design of the product plays an important role in production. However, it’s not enough to just “plan” the way a garment or an accessory will look like. Production is as essential as everything else. But you might end up surprised by the fact that not all designers like to pay attention to who their manufacturer is and how they run things. So, let’s see what is crucial in this journey and what designers should take into consideration.

June 24, 2021 — Kaia Mar
Does fashion open up a gap between generations?

Does fashion open up a gap between generations?

Probably you have heard your grandparents or older relatives say things like “your generation won’t understand this”. But is it really true that some age gap can show how different people tend to behave and do things? Recent findings show that people of various generation see and interpret some things differently. There is no doubt that technology had an enormous impact on changing people’s behaviour. In fact, Generation Z is the first generation to be born in a technologically advanced world. But is really true that today’s youngsters have a different view on “consuming” fashion?
June 04, 2021 — Kaia Mar
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Buying New? Check these 5 ethical brands

We are living in times when we have to think about how our habits and actions will impact the future. This is especially important for the fashion industry that is responsible for polluting the environment we live in. Having this in mind, more and more fashion brands think about how to become more conscious and sustainable.
But what is important to consider when buying new clothing or accessories?
April 12, 2021 — Kaia Mar