FAQs

1. What is slow fashion?
Slow fashion prioritizes quality, sustainability, and ethical practices over mass production. It involves producing garments with longevity in mind while considering environmental and social impacts.

2. What makes your fashion brand sustainable?
Scrapping 'Ell is committed to sustainability. Only vintage, secondhand or discarded materials are used in production to ensure only what already exists is used.

3. How are your garments handmade?
Each piece in collections are handmade Ellie and are crafted in Ellie's South London studio. From hand-stitching fabrics to button sewing, every detail is carefully executed to create unique, high-quality garments.

4. What is your design approach?
Scrapping 'Ell prioritizes timeless design that transcends trends. Our pieces are versatile, durable, and enduringly stylish, reducing the need for frequent replacements. Scrapping 'Ell offers vibrant and textured pieces that effortlessly steal the spotlight in your ensemble, simplifying your dressing routine.

5. Most of your ready made items are UK size 10 or 12. Why? How do I get something in my size?

To accommodate the nature of vintage and secondhand materials, our designs are often limited by fabric size, resulting in smaller sizes. However, we prioritize versatility by creating adjustable or oversized pieces to cater to diverse body shapes. For different sizes, explore our made-to-order page or send custom measurements to scrapping.ell@gmail.com for a precise fit.

6. Do you offer customization or made-to-order options?
Discover custom-made options for select pieces with our made-to-order services. Visit our made-to-order page for available selections. If you desire customization on a ready-made item, please email scrapping.ell@gmail.com to discuss your ideas. Scrapping 'Ell is dedicated to creating garments that reflect individual style while minimizing waste.

7. How do you minimize your environmental footprint?
We minimize environmental impact by utilizing existing materials on our planet. Scrapping 'Ell's production process exclusively incorporates secondhand, discarded, and vintage materials, while ensuring minimal waste. Scraps are repurposed into tote bags and hair accessories. Plus, we prioritize eco-friendly packaging with recyclable mailing bags and paper bags."

8. How can I care for my handmade garments?
To preserve your handmade garments, we recommend washing at 30 degrees, gentle hand washing or dry cleaning with eco-friendly detergents. Avoid excessive washing and air dry when possible.

If you have further questions, please contact our customer support team. Thank you for supporting sustainable, handmade fashion!