The circular economy and sustainable fashion

Rae's journey into sustainable fashion formally began in 2019, when she embarked on a mission to share the environmental impacts of fashion with the world. Rae’s commitment to sustainable fashion has been evident throughout her career with the goal to bring all Australian discarded textiles into the circular economy. She has gathered thousands of followers through her platform, by sharing captivating stories of fair fashion. Her approach is unique, centering feminism, personal style, and circularity. Through her community, people have discovered their personal style, felt inspired to make the most of their existing wardrobes, and learned the art of consuming less. This marked the inception of her mission to enact change within the fashion industry.

Rae Knopik is a feminist, author, and founder of several award-winning organisations. She currently holds various titles: Young Canberra Business Woman of the Year 2022, an inductee into the ACT Women's Honour Roll, Finalist for the ACT Woman of the Year 2021 award, GREN-Director of Quality Assurance and Sustainability, and Director and Founder of the Canberra Gals Network.  In addition, Rae's advocacy has reached the global stage as she collaborated with Bogal Local Aboriginal Land Council at the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues Twenty-second Session in April 2023. There, she addressed the health impact of floods in Northern New South Wales on First Nation communities.

As a sought-after speaker and writer, Rae has been featured in local and international media, discussing circular fashion systems, fashion's effects on climate and gender inequality, and the importance of connection to land, air, seas, and people.

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