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Naina.co Luxury, Travel, Fashion & Lifestyle Photographer in Adelaide Better Together, Pre-Loved Fashion at Adelaide Fashion Week 2024

by Lina Clémence
written by Lina Clémence


Naina is a professional photographer & emerging contemporary artist based in Adelaide, South Australia. She is originally from India.

While her photography career has spanned more than two decades, Naina began her art journey in 2019.

She has also worked in the hospitality industry, the branding, graphic design & print industry & began her career as a management consultant. She has been a pioneer in the social media space, blogging for over two decades & creating and maintaining a solid presence on several platforms.

She has spoken at various conferences & has been featured in the press for her photography, art & social media prowess.

Find her on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, Pinterest, and LinkedIn.




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Sustainable Fashion

London Fashion Week 2025 Green Revolution

by Lina Clémence
written by Lina Clémence


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London Fashion 2025 will be the first to introduce sustainability standards to reduce CO2 emissions, reduce waste, and pollution.

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This week, Paris kicked off the fashion season with lively runways, sumptuous new designs, and celebrities in front rows. For the fashion set, that means London Fashion Week (LFW) is right around the corner. Yet, for revelers expecting to see the status quo, change is coming. London is charting a new, greener course than seasons past. For the 2025/ 2026 season, the organization aims to breathe new life into the industry with sustainability requirements that will transform runways into a green ecosystem.

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It’s no secret that the fashion industry has a hefty environmental footprint. A report from the Global Fashion Agenda, showed that in 2019, the industry produced an estimated 92 million tons of waste causing nearly 1.2 billion tons of carbon emissions annually. Following in the footsteps of Copenhagen, LFW is taking responsibility with initiatives to minimize its impact on the planet through sustainability requirements. These minimum standards will piloted 2025 for brands to cover environmental and social considerations.

Established in 1984, LFW has traditionally been a hotspot for luxury and excess. Now, it’s embracing carbon-reducing initiatives and circularity.

“We are thrilled to align with the Copenhagen Fashion Week Sustainability Requirements. This partnership is a significant step in ensuring that sustainability becomes integral to the future of fashion,” said outgoing BFC CEO Caroline Rush in a statement.

In 2023, designers at Copenhagen Fashion Week were the first to be presented with a set of environmental and social standards they were required to meet. Nineteen standards across six focus areas, ensured that brands comply to the local fashion industry’s commitment to strategically reducing its impact. Some might even say that Copenhagen is the original sustainable trendsetter. Many of these standards have been adopted by London Fashion Week to ensure a similar sustainable direction is changing a week of excess and waste into a week of carbon-cutting initiatives and grandiosity when it comes to recycling.

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To reduce carbon emissions, some of LFW’s strategic decisions include selecting venues designed with sustainability in mind to reduce energy consumption. Efforts are also underway to cut travel emissions for models, designers, and attendees by holding shows in venues that are closer together. Virtual showrooms and online presentations are gaining popularity, allowing for a broader audience while cutting down on transportation and CO2 emissions.

Moving Away From Virgin Plastic Materials & Waste

Mother of Pearl is a contemporary British brand. The Jovy Ivory Jumper is made from 80% RWS Wool and 20% recycled nylon. $578

Jovy ivory jumper

Behind the seams, designers are encouraged to turn to recycled and organic materials like recycled polyester and organic cotton instead of fashion’s most popular material- polyester. Derived from fossil fuels, it has a production process estimated to account for 40% of the industry’s emissions. Adding fuel to its impact, polyester is a plastic-based material that can take up to 200 years to decompose. And, once in landfills, the chemicals used to make these materials can leach into water and soil resources, leading to dangerous toxic pollution.

The Best Fabrics To Choose When Shopping Sustainably In 2025

Vivienne Westwood, a beloved British brand, has been lauded for leading the way by transparently sharing a preferred list of materials, including natural and biodegradable materials such as organic cotton, silk, wool, and linen. Other brands are experimenting with innovative materials like pineapple, apple, and mushroom leather. As alternatives to traditional leather and PVC (plastic-based leather), these materials are valued for their biodegradability and deterrence from fashion’s reliance on plastic-based materials.

LFW is also encouraging designers to adopt practices to reduce waste when designing their collections. More and more we’re seeing innovative designs where upcycling leftover fabrics for new collections is becoming de rigueur. And, where the industry once set fire to last season’s unsold pieces (literally) brands are also implementing programs to donate, recycle, or resell unsold items.

Positive Fashion

The Institute of Positive Fashion’s Circular Ecosystem design shows how raw materials, production, and repairing a garment contribute to circularity.

London Fashion Week might be inspired by Copenhagen to set sustainability requirements for brands, but for years the British Fashion Council (BFC) has been conducting research through the Institute of Positive Fashion (IPF) to equip brands, stakeholders, and the government with action plans to make the necessary changes to make the fashion industry sustainable. The BFC launched the IPF with a vision to reshape the industry through initiatives that bring together designers, brands, and consumers focused on social responsibility, environmental sustainability, and economic viability.

Read Highlights From The 1st U.S Fast Fashion Waste Report

One of its flagship programs was a blueprint report launched in September 2021, highlighting “10 Priority Action Areas” to address issues such as climate change, source depletion, and landfill pollution and waste. Acknowledging the fashion industry’s adverse environmental and social impact, the report detailed an action oriented blueprint to accelerate the industry towards sustainability including:

  • Circular Design: Empowering designers and manufacturers to design and create using recycled, recyclable, and renewable materials and technology.
  • Renewable Fibers: A collaboration between brands, consumers, and retailers to drive the demand for more renewable fibers.
  • Better Recycling: Investments need to be made in efficient textile sorting facilities.
  • Locally-made: Supporting locally made manufacturing.
  • Reuse and Repair: Expanding brand repair and care services.

The “Positive Fashion” initiative has shown promising data:

  • A reported 30% reduction in waste from participating designers.
  • Many brands have lowered their carbon emissions by up to 50% over recent seasons.

The Future of Sustainable Fashion at London Fashion Week

Stella McCartney Fall 2024

Progress is evident, but challenges remain. The journey toward sustainability at LFW is still ongoing. Brands have made significant strides, yet there is more to do regarding education and industry-wide adoption. As consumers, we can take actionable steps to spark change by continuing to support sustainable brands and educating ourselves about the impact of fashion consumption.

The outlook for the future of sustainable fashion at LFW is bright. With experts predicting a fundamental shift in the industry, the potential for positive change is massive. As LFW continues to innovate and inspire, it sets a standard for fashion weeks worldwide.


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Naina.co Luxury, Travel, Fashion & Lifestyle Photographer in Adelaide Revival Runway, October 2024, Melbourne Fashion Week

by Lina Clémence
written by Lina Clémence


Revival Runway supports, promotes and celebrates Melbourne’s Queer Talent. It was quite y accident that I ended up at Abbotsford Convent, thanks to my friends Tim Neal and Nathan James (both photographers). I met them while photographing street style at Melbourne Fashion Week and decided to hang out at “one more show”!

I was not expecting to have so much fun photographing this runway show. It was more of a celebration! The support from the audience was palpable with hooting and cheering. The garments were full of colour and personality. All models, make-up artists and photographers were volunteers. I almost got thrown out of the venue before it started because a firebrand blue-haired lady walked up to me and quite assertively asked me, “And who exactly are you?” Thankfully Tim jumped to my rescue, and I stayed!

Glad I did because this was an absolute delight. Scroll away!

I don’t quite know everyone on the fashion scene in Australia yet but, the fashion designers who showcased at Revival Runway are Isadora Nim, Wilson Jedd Adams, Milky Plug Kid, Queery This, Design by Jade, Baaqiy, Chelsea Farquhar and Foot, and the performance was by Amber Scates.

And the last photograph is of Gabe, who was one of the guests at the show and after having seen Gabe at several other shows at MFW, I was besmirched by the personal style.

Revival Runway can also be found on Instagram. Follow them to find out about their next event and how you can support and donate.

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To commission me for photography assignments in Australia, email me on [email protected] or text/call on +61429048917. I have been a professional photographer in India for over two decades and specialize in events for luxury & lifestyle brands. I also create content for brands, I write, and I paint and am represented by an art gallery.





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Canadian Beauty

This week I’m (really) obsessed with… Briogeo Superfoods Acai + Passionfruit Lightweight Hydration Hair Mask!

by Lina Clémence
written by Lina Clémence


Anyone who knows me even a little knows I have a borderline unhealthy obsession with beauty products that smell like food – preferably fruit, because who wouldn’t want to smell like a tropical snack bar? I’m convinced the folks at Briogeo hacked into my brain, did a little aromatherapeutic mind-reading, whipped up the exact scent I’d lose my mind over and then bottled it in the new Superfoods Açaí + Passionfruit Lightweight Hydration Hair Mask. It’s like a smoothie for your hair – and yes, I’ve thought about tasting it. (No, I didn’t. Okay, maybe just once…)

Briogeo Superfoods Acai + Passionfruit Lightweight Hydration Hair Mask – 240ml – $53 – a lightweight, superfood-infused mask with a water-cream texture to deeply hydrate fine strands without sacrificing volume or weighing hair down and infused with a juicy, tropical, passionfruit-inspired scent (which is amazing!)

 

It’s perfect for fine and medium hair – be it straight, wavy or curly – to sort out dryness, frizz and add shine. The vegan formula contains a concentrated blend of phytonutrients that nourishes hair without sacrificing volume including: acai extract – to protect strands from environmental aggressors; passionfruit oil – to boost moisture and add shine; and hydration complex – to deeply hydrate parched hair.

 

Okay, I know I keep going on about how good this smells (and yes, you’re probably over it), but honestly  it smells so incredible that I wouldn’t even be mad if it didn’t work. I’d just walk around huffing my own hair like a weirdo. But plot twist – it actually works really well.

Now, I love a good hair mask, but most of them are so thick and moisturizing that they leave my fine hair looking less like a shampoo commercial and more like I lost a battle with an oil slick. This one, though – total game-changer! It’s got this light-as-air, water-cream texture that leaves my hair softer, smoother, shinier without even a hint of grease.

And the scent? Ohhh the scent… It’s described as sweet, slightly tart berries meeting fresh, crisp greens with a juicy, tropical finish – and honestly, that’s poetry. It’s like a fruity vacation in a jar. 10/10, no notes.

Available now at Sephora stores across Canada and online at sephora.ca.

 

– Lisamarie – 

BTW, did I mention that it smells amazing?!





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Travel itinerary: One week in Italy

by Lina Clémence
written by Lina Clémence


Only have one week left of annual leave and have your eye on Italy? Here’s how you can enjoy Tuscany, Umbria, and Rome in just a few days. One week in Italy is not the ideal travel itinerary – the more time, the better! But, it’s definitely still worth the trip, so here is the travel itinerary I followed when I was in your shoes.

I live in Edinburgh, in Scotland. We have direct flights to a few locations in Italy, mostly served by Ryanair, but they don’t run every day. In order to make the most of my trip, I booked a flight in to one airport, travelled around, and then flew out of a different city. It means two separate itineraries and trips, but I think it’s worth it to get to see more of the country.

One week in Italy travel itinerary: Pisa -> Florence -> Perugia -> Rome

Tips on travelling to and around Italy

My flight: EDI-PSA, FR3264, departing at 8:20AM, arriving 12pm

If you’re in Europe, Pisa is a great choice to fly into, or out of. There’s loads of Ryanair and Easyjet flights. The airport is easy to access from the city centre with a little monorail type train directly connecting the train station to the airport. It’s cheap and convenient, and the train station has a left luggage desk so you can enjoy the leaning tower unburdened by your bags!

We opted to just spend the day in Pisa, see the leaning tower have lunch, and then hop on a train to Florence. Trains are a fantastic way to travel around the country, and how we travel around to see as much of Italy as we can. This itinerary travels from Pisa, to Florence, to Perugia, to Rome. It uses only direct trains with less than three hour long journeys. The train between Pisa and Florence is less than an hour!

What to do in Florence

Florence is one of my favourite cities to visit. Forget one week in Italy, I could write a whole one week in Florence itinerary. Between the food, the views, the galleries, and the museums: there’s no shortage of things to do. While you’re here, make sure you visit some of the museums and galleries. If you only have a few days, I’d pick between the Palazzo Vecchio and Brunelleschi’s Duomo. Both have towers you can walk up to enjoy stunning views. But, one has a museum, the other has some stunning architecture and is one of the more famous Catholic churches. If you’re afraid of tight spaces, I’d recommend the Palazzo Vecchio! Plus, that way you get to see the Duomo from your viewpoint. That said, the Duomo does tend to be more of a “classic” tourist spot.

The Uffizi Gallery is the gallery to visit, but you have to book in advance and make some level of a plan for what you want to see because there’s no way to see it all in one day! I had my eye on Donatello’s David though, rather than Michelangelo’s. So, we headed to the Museo Nazionale del Bargello. If you’re a sculpture fan, this is the museum for you. Floors upon floors of sculptures in all varieties will greet you.

Other favourites of mine include Michelangelo’s Square at sunset, and the Ponte Vecchio with a gelato in hand. We lean into the tourist thing in Florence and spent a few evenings drinking in the square in front of the Palazzo Vecchio. The food is great everywhere in Florence, and this way we got to people-watch and enjoy the sculptures in the square too. One piece of advice I always follow is to pre-book one nice meal on your holiday so you know no matter what, you’re having a great meal. We booked at il Granaio, which serves classic Italian in a classy space off a little street. I’d definitely recommend!

List of tips:

  • Visit and climb to the top of the Duomo
  • Visit the Palazzo Vecchio Museum and climb its tower
  • Explore the Uffizi Gallery
  • Sculpture sightsee at the Museo Nazional del Bargello
  • Walk across the Ponte Vecchio
  • Walk to Michelangelo’s Square for sunset
  • Eat pizza at Gusto Leo (by Museo Nazional del Bargello)
  • Eat dinner at il Granaio
  • Find the small photo booth and take a series of photos – but you need coins and you will have to wait around 10 minutes for the machine to work its magic!

What to do in Perugia

With only one week in Italy it can be hard to find time in your itinerary to actually switch off and relax. Two days in Perugia in the middle of your holiday will do just that! This ancient Etruscan town is nestled on the top of a hill and is the perfect place to spend a few days just eating, drinking, and relaxing. There’s no shortage of restaurants or aperitivo spots, and if the drinks don’t help, the sunsets are sure to help your stress disappear.

In Perugia, you can enjoy the local museum, explore an Etruscan well, visit the factory of the famous chocolate makers ‘Baci’, and sit in the Giardini Carducci to watch the sun set. The hotel Sina Brufani has a stunning restaurant and bar located right next to the gardens. It’s a perfect spot for aperitifs before or after sunset. In the summer, Perugia is used to hosting many tourists, but in the winter it becomes a quieter, softer version of itself. Restaurants and tourist shops are still open, they’re just rather quiet. You’ll mostly run into students and people bustling about their usual day than you will run into tourists. It makes for a nice stop no matter what time of year!

List of Perugia tips

Sabrina in the foreground with a view of Umbria behind her
A close up of some of the architecture in Perugia
A view of a sunset over some hills in the distance
A view of one of the squares in Perugia's old town. It features coloured plaster and tiles.
The view from the garden at the top of Perugia

What to do in Rome

Really, a silly heading. What not to do in Rome?! The list of things to do is long. You’ll know which things you want to see most. My preferences are: the colosseum is quite cool to see, but book a guided tour and book in advance. Also, you can get really nice pictures with it from the Giardinetto del Monte Oppio, and nice spots for drinks with a view up there too. You’ll see plenty of Roman ruins while walking through Rome, so I don’t personally feel the need to pay to see them (though I have). The Trevi Fountain is overrun with tourists (myself included). My take is to get in, get a picture, and get out. It’s hard to stop and enjoy because tourists are there at all hours of the night these days.

My main piece of advice? Find some really nice restaurants. Italy has one of the highest percentages of people with Celiac disease, so if you’re gluten free, this is your time to shine.

List of Rome tips

  • Gluten free pizza at Pizza in Trevi (perfect for after visiting the nearby fountain!)
  • Guided tour of the Colosseum
  • Photos with the Colosseum at Giardinetto del Monte Oppio
  • Drinks at Volpe Pasini bistio italiano (or on Via Delle Terme di Tito) have nice views of the Colosseum
  • The usual tourist spots!

One week in Italy itinerary

Pisa, day 1: Arrive in Pisa! Get the airport tram to the train station, drop your luggage at the left luggage in the station. Then, head in to Pisa to see the leaning tower and eat some food. Once you’re satisfied, hop on the next train to Florence. Check in, and then head out to explore and get some drinks! We went to “touristy” spots in restaurants on the main squares and still enjoyed very nice food and wine at reasonable prices.

Florence, day 2: Start your morning with a walk to get your bearings and stop for a cappuccino and pastry. Visit the Museo Nazionale del Bargello, and stop in at Gusto Leo for lunch afterwards. Walk slowly over to the Palazzo Vecchio to enjoy some of the outdoor sculptures at Uffizi, before heading in to the Palazzo Vecchio to go up the tower. Afterwards, stop for gelato on your walk down the river to Michelangelo’s Square for sunset.

Florence, day 3: Up bright and early for a quick breakfast before you start your day at Uffizi Gallery! Spend as much time exploring as you can stomach before breaking for lunch. Afterwards, head over to the Duomo and don’t forget to have booked your tickets ahead of time! Take a walk over the Ponte Vecchio and have a look in all the different gioellerias before stopping for food. Dinner tonight at il Granaio would be a great way to top off a great trip to Florence.

Perugia, day 4: Travel to Perugia via train after breakfast. Don’t forget to grab a sandwich for the journey! You’ll enjoy some gorgeous views of Umbria along the ride. Once you arrive, hop on the cable car to get up into the city – otherwise you’ll be walking uphill for awhile! Check in, kick your feet up, and then head out for some aperitifs before sunset. Afterwards, walk over to Piazza IV Novembre and stop for dinner along the way.

Perugia, day 5: After breakfast, get your bearings with a guided tour of the city, or stop in the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria to explore the medieval artwork inside. Stop for lunch at one of the many little restaurants like Pasticceria Sandri, and then head over to the Etruscan Well to see a piece of history. Make sure you time your visit with one of their tours, they run hourly! Or, book ahead to visit the Baci Perugina factory and see how the chocolates are made. Make sure to hit up the gift shop before you leave, and have a chocolate for me! They’re my favourite. Dinner is at Enoteca di Perugia, a fantastic little wine bar in the old town.

Rome, day 6: Hop on an early train from Perugia to Rome. Make sure to grab snacks ahead of time, this is your longest train journey of the trip! When you arrive, you can safely tuck your bags away at Stow Your Bags by Termini Station, or leave them at your accommodation. Time to wander, and stop for food, and wander some more! Today would be a good day to visit the Trevi Fountain or the Spanish Steps. The nice thing about Rome is everything is super close to each other! In the afternoon, take a guided tour of the Colosseum, and then head over towards the Roman Forum and Pantheon.

Rome, day 7: Leave this day free to do anything you couldn’t do on day one in Rome, or use it to visit the Vatican City. Make sure to eat your fill of gelato and all levels of delicious Italian food before you leave!

Whatever you take from this itinerary, I hope you enjoy your week in Italy! The trip might feel short, but it will be mighty.

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