2015 Sep 8
Home grown designs and products, a taste unique to that of the fashion and trend of the bronzed shores of the island. An individual take on style, each with a story of colour behind it. Handloom from the western region of Divulapitiya to weaves from Dambana to Batiks from Galle, fashionmarket.lk is keeping traditions alive whilst design meets craft and fashion.
The apparel industry in Sri Lankan is one of the biggest industries and has grown significantly since the 1980’s. Today, it plays a key role in the economic development of the country and the livelihoods of most families. Sri Lanka stands as a strong outsourcing hub, consisting of an established culture, representing both ethnical entrepreneurship and sustainability.
Fashionmarket.lk is Sri Lanka’s online destination dedicated to fashion that is designed and made in Sri Lanka. Through this community, you will be among the first to know the most contemporary trends, the newest hotspots and the best kept secrets of a new Sri Lankan style. They share with you the new look for the Sri Lankan woman, handcrafted luxury fashion from our island home , the contemporary trend parallels from the world and the inspiring style icons in our community who are patrons of our signature look.
These ultimate Artisan hand woven attires send out a subtle statement of power and is ideal for the contemporary, professional look which is inspired through traditional motif. Fashionmarket.lk uplifts weaving communities in the rural villages, and acts as a platform where their art and talent is portrayed.
Fashionmarket.lk’s premier line of clothing is the Island collection. At Island Collection, they offer beautifully designed and curated clothes that are modern, clean, natural and fresh whilst encompassing all that is important to us; style, craftsmanship and the human touch.
In addition to the Island Collection, Fashionmarket.lk also works closely with other designer brands in Sri Lanka. Currently, they are working with invited designer brands to add products to their world, and simultaneously, they support a new generation of young sustainable designer brand and great manufacturers in Sri Lanka creating their own brand. Some of the designer brands that this online portal promotes are Avirate, Dilly & Carlo, ARDEN by Vishan Gunawardena, Shay Int. and so much more!
At Fashionmarket.lk, the style is sophisticated, modern and simple – a kind of effortless intelligent chic that just works. They are inspired by the work of village artisan textiles craftsmen and women, and they strive to support their rural cottage industry craftsmanship, ensuring that skills are passed on to future generations and they have a sustained income – They believe in a new vision. A vision of restoring livelihoods, empowering women, protecting heritage, uplifting communities and, making a difference through design.
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by Anuki Premachandra
