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Rachel Dean
Nationality Australian
Occupation Clothing Designer
Years active 2010-present
Known for Ethical clothing

Rachel Dean is an Australian clothing designer. She creates and makes clothes in a special way that is good for people and the environment. Her fashion company, Pony Black, is based in Tasmania, Australia.

Meet Rachel Dean: Clothing Designer

Rachel Dean is known for her unique approach to making clothes. She focuses on what is called "ethical production." This means she cares about how her clothes are made and who makes them.

Her Journey to Fashion

Rachel learned a lot about design and sewing by working in the clothing industry. She is mostly self-taught in these areas. Before becoming a full-time designer, Rachel studied Bachelor of Applied Science (Scientific Photography) at RMIT University. She also worked as a teacher. From 2001 to 2009, she taught art and science at Fitzroy High School.

Rachel also has a famous sister! Her sister is Emma Dean, who won the cooking show MasterChef Australia.

What is Ethical Clothing?

Rachel Dean's company, Pony Black, is all about ethical clothing. But what does that mean?

  • Fair Treatment: It means making sure that the people who make the clothes are treated well. They should have safe working conditions and be paid fairly for their hard work.
  • Good for the Planet: Ethical clothing also means using materials and methods that do not harm the environment. This can include using fabrics that are grown or made in a sustainable way. It also means trying to create less waste during production.

By focusing on ethical production, Rachel Dean helps to make the fashion world a better place. She shows that you can create beautiful clothes while also caring for people and the planet.

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