Banana Republic collaborates with Harbison on an eco-conscious collection

Fashion retailer Banana Republic jumps the bandwagon of bringing out eco-conscious collections, and collaborates with sustainable designer Harbison. In a partnership aided by Harlem’s Fashion Row, the collection takes inspiration by Harbison's family and his upbringing. Harbison utilizes natural dyes and organic products for the limited edition collection, and bright hues stand out in the collection. The eye-popping array of designs offered include minimal style dresses detailed with exaggerated sleeves, two piece sets, cashmere coats and coordinating top and skirt combos.

In an interview with Banana Republic’s The Journal, Harbison said on the collaboration: “The great thing about Banana Republic and the scale is that we can hit amazing quality, but at a more price conscious point of view while infusing it with ideas around sustainability. And it’s such an invaluable and exciting and paradigm shifting partnership for me and I think for the market, I think it’s going to serve as a great example.”

Charles Harbison, the designer behind the eco-conscious brand Harbison, also won the Harlem Fashion Row x Banana Republic design contest last year, has only opted for sustainable practices for the production of the collection. The designs were created using Lenzing Ecovero, a raw material nylon, along with organic, virgin, responsibly sourced or recycled fabrics.

When asked about the sustainability factor of the collection, Harbison said: “With this partnership, I wanted sustainability to be central because it’s central to us. And it’s a way that I could continue moving the needle forward. Not only from an identity point of view, but in something that’s even bigger than identity and that’s our existence. As an industry, we are not doing our part. I’m trying to do what little bit I can and do so increasingly over time, this is a first step. We will get better. It is imperative that we get better.”

Available now on Banana Republic’s official website, and selected retailer’s stores, the collaboration offers plenty of exciting options. Seen in an advertisement campaign, featuring Harbison’s mother and other models, the collection is synonymous with Banana Republic’s signature style details.