Fashion that's begging for love: 'Designers want to create meaningful stuff'

Sustainability-focused Australian designers are increasingly aiming for 'emotional durability', making clothing to be cherished - and keptGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailWhen the question of sustainability comes up in fashion, the focus is usually on the physical durability of clothing. Is the construction high-quality and precise? How are the materials used in a garment obtained? Is it recycled or recyclable?But there's another axis of sustainability that's less frequently factored in. In 2005 Prof Jonathan Chapman, of Carnegie Mellon University's School of Design, popularised the term "emotional durability" in a furniture and industrial design context.Sign up for our rundown of must-reads, pop culture and tips for the weekend, every Saturday morning Continue reading...