Issue 01: Style Spotlight
Style Spotlight
Kimberly is chatting with Jasmine Hodgson
Who Is Jasmine Hodgson?
I’m 19, I’m half English half Chinese. Things that are important to me: sustainability, design and my dogs
Where and what are you studying?
I’m currently studying architecture at the University of Bath. I’ve loved architecture since I was really young and really hope to be able to develop sustainable architecture around Asia in the future.
How long have you been living in Hong Kong?
I’ve been living in Hong Kong since I was born. Although I spend quite a bit of time in the UK now as I study there, I still consider Hong Kong to be my home 🙂
What is your style in clothing?
I would say my style is quite casual. I normally wear t-shirts and shorts/ jeans but occasionally try out different styles when I’m feeling creative.
Do you like second hand and vintage shops?
I do! l particularly love the charity shops in the UK because it’s a three in one-you can get good quality second-hand clothing, for a good price all while supporting a good cause! A couple of years ago I got a vintage Guinness t-shirt which I love because it’s very unique and I have no idea where I would otherwise be able to buy one.
Have you tried swapping clothes with friends?
Swapped not so much-but one of my friends gave me a huge bag of clothes after she changed her style as she thought some of her clothes would suit me (which was very sweet of her). She gave me a couple of things that I typically wouldn’t have normally considered wearing but I tried them and actually wear them quite a bit now! My sister also has a habit of raiding my closet and stealing my clothes haha!
Do you have any favourite brands?
As a big believer in sustainability, I try not to buy clothes too often and only allow myself to buy something if I really, really love it and know I can wear it for a long time. Because of this, I’ve collected clothes from an assortment of branded and local shops over the years. I’m trying to move away from fast fashion brands because of their negative impact on the environment and am instead trying to buy from shops that produce better quality, longer lasting and more consciously produced clothing (like Tove and Libra!). I’m also a huge fan of Uniqlo’s heat techs because I’m rubbish with the cold.
What does sustainability mean to you?
Sustainability refers to consumption in a way that allows us to continue to do so in the future. People typically associate sustainability with environmental sustainability – using planet-friendly materials and buying things that are reusable and last longer, but it’s so much more than that!
As a big believer in sustainability, I try not to buy clothes too often and only allow myself to buy something if I really, really love it and know I can wear it for a long time.
Sustainability also covers economic and social aspects, so supporting local businesses also is a very important part of sustainability.
Tove & Libra have been in the fashion industry for three generations, watching the lifecycle of fashion products get shorter and dirtier. In 2018, they finally decided to leverage this heritage and experience into their own collection of expertly made womenswear. Their brand is built on quality over quantity, which is better for the wardrobe, the wallet and the planet. They own their sourcing and production facilities, which ensure fair practices and lean pricing. They have insider access to deadstock materials from other designers’ production, which are then upcycle into their own designs.
Thoughtful Design: Each line and stitch are designed to ensure style longevity and ease of wear, so that their clothes spend more time out of your closet than it.
Feel-Good Materials: Their carefully selected materials are kind on your skin while also being kind to the planet. They’re easy to care for and either sustainably produced or saved from landfill.
Fair Practices: Their family-owned sourcing and production facilities ensure ethics and sustainability goals are achieved to the highest standards with the greatest pride.
