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Access a curated business library of growth resources for sustainable brand founders.

Find the exact tools, frameworks and guidance you need to build a profitable, purpose-driven brand.

  • Growth and scaling masterclasses.
  • Strategy and business workshops.
  • Marketing, branding, wholesale, PR and media, SEO, sales and more.
  • 24/7 community support.
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This isn’t a course. It’s not a program with endless to-dos. And it’s definitely not generic advice.

This is a values-aligned business library built specifically for sustainable and creative brand founders — grounded in real experience, proven strategies, and what actually works in this industry.

Grow a profitable, conscious, purpose-driven brand with...

  • A curated library of video workshops, masterclasses and strategy sessions packed with proven strategies, frameworks and tools specifically for sustainable and creative founders.
  • Step-by-step guidance you can follow at your own pace — without the overwhelm or endless to-do lists.
  • 24/7 on-demand access to marketing, branding, PR, wholesale, retail and growth strategies that actually work in this industry.
  • Plug-and-play templates, resources, downloads and tools to save you time, energy and money.
  • Members-only AI tools to support smarter, faster decision making.

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What members say...

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    The strategy calls are invaluable.

    "This was the best decision I have ever made! Claire has been nothing but supportive and her strategies and helpful tactics help me stay relevant and take my business from an unknown to the recognition that it deserves. Her weekly calls bring great insight and her continual strategies in managing a sustainable fashion business have been invaluable! I highly recommend!"

    Peggy, Designer and Founder, Juliette et Felicity.

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    Claire explains every step of the process.

    "Claire gives me so much clarity into the content creating process and how to communicate my message to my clients. She explains every step of the process very clearly, which makes it so easy to put an effective plan in action. Her mentoring came into my life when I was feeling lost in my business. Her ongoing support makes you feel like you're not alone in the process! Thank so much for your support Claire!"

    Fernanda, Founder and Designer, Fernanda Covarrubias.

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    Claire is amazing to work with!

    "Working with Claire and the The Fashion Advocate has been an amazing experience for us. As a label based in a small town of Western Australia, this has given the strategies and exposure we needed to break into the eastern market. Claire is amazing to work with."

    Gaelle, Founder and Designer, Anjelms.

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    Claire has been an amazing support.

    "It's been comforting to talk through the mental load and hurdles with other small business owners in the same position and to pick Claire's brain on how to handle and prioritise it all. I'm much more motivated and feel like I am slowly gathering all the tools I need to help me through it. Claire has been an amazing support, she can relate exactly to where we are at and offer really helpful advice and strategies to simplify the most overwhelming tasks. The strategy calls have been amazing!"

    Rebecca, Founder and Designer, Flipslide.

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Slow Fashion Lab - The Fashion Advocate - fashion coach business mentor Australia

Grow your sustainable or creative brand with clarity, confidence and community.

If you’re ready to build a business that’s profitable, aligned with your values, and actually succeeds, you’ll find everything you need inside this Sustainable Business Resource Library.

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Learn from industry leaders, creative icons, mentors and sustainable business experts.

  • Kirstie Clements

    Former Editor in Chief, Vogue Australia

  • Marnie Goding

    Founder and Designer, ELK The Label

  • Melanie Silva

    VP and Managing Director, Google

  • Megan Winter

    Meta Ads Expert, Lume Marketing

  • Athena Savvas

    Sustainability and Impact Manager, DIISH

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    Brand Strategist, Small Business Growth Club

  • Tahlia Crinis

    PR and Media Expert, Boss Media PR

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    Rachael Calvert

    Founder and Designer, MARVELL LANE

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    Website Expert, House of Cart

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    Head of Medley and Scaling Expert

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    Founder and Designer, Jasmine Alexa

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    Learn what to expect, how many rounds are normal, and how to refine your samples into a production-ready garment.

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This sustainable business resource library is specifically designed for...

  • Purpose-driven retailers and curated stores.

    Retailers across fashion, beauty and lifestyle who prioritise sustainability, ethics, and impact.

  • Slow and sustainable brands.

    Emerging and established creative labels making low-impact, ethical, and sustainable products.

  • Ethical and conscious brands.

    Founders committed to fair wages, transparent supply chains, and doing business differently.

  • Circular and low waste businesses.

    Designers and brands working with recycled, upcycled, made-to-order, and circular models.

  • Handmade, artisan and independent labels.

    Creatives building thoughtful, small-batch brands with craftsmanship and purpose at the core.

Running a sustainable or creative business is hard. This makes it easier.

I’m already busy running my business. Will I have time for this?

Yes — because this is designed to fit around your life, not take it over.

There are no live calls, no schedules, and no pressure to keep up. You can access what you need, when you need it, and move at your own pace.

Whether you have 10 minutes or a full afternoon, you can dip in, get clarity, and take action straight away. Then come back anytime you need direction.

Everything inside is designed to save you time — from plug-and-play templates to clear, step-by-step guidance — so you can stop overthinking, make decisions faster, and focus on what actually moves your business forward.

This isn’t about adding more to your plate.

It’s about making everything you’re already doing work better.

I don’t have a marketing budget. Will I need to spend on ads to grow?

No.

I built a six-figure business — and generated my first $500,000 in sales — without spending a dollar on ads.

Everything inside the Lab is built around organic, sustainable growth strategies that actually work for purpose-driven brands. The kind that builds trust, attracts aligned customers, and creates long-term sales — not quick spikes.

If you choose to explore paid ads later, there are resources to support you. But it’s not the focus, and it’s definitely not a requirement.

You don’t need a bigger budget.

You need the right strategy — and that’s exactly what you’ll find inside.

I’m not tech-savvy. Will this be hard to use?

Not at all.

Everything is designed to be simple, clear, and easy to navigate — even if you’re not confident with tech.

You’ll get access to a private library where everything is organised in one place, so you can quickly find what you need without digging through complicated systems.

No logins to multiple platforms. No confusing setup. No overwhelm.

Just straightforward, step-by-step guidance, resources you can access anytime, and a space you can come back to whenever you need it.

If you can click a link and watch a video, you’ll be more than fine.

Is this for new or established businesses?

Both — as long as you’re ready to grow.

Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been in business for years, the Lab meets you where you’re at and gives you the strategy to move forward.

Inside, you’ll find clear, step-by-step guidance, templates, and tools you can apply at any stage — whether you’re building your foundations or refining what’s already working.

Because no matter how long you’ve been in business, there’s always a next level.

This helps you reach it with clarity and confidence.

I’ve tried online courses before and they didn’t help. How is this different?

I get it. Most courses give you more information — but no real direction.

This is different because it’s built from real experience, not theory. I’ve spent over a decade building, running and growing sustainable fashion businesses — and everything inside the Lab is based on what actually works in this industry.

It’s also not generic. This is specifically for sustainable, ethical and purpose-driven brands, which means the strategies are relevant, practical, and designed for the challenges you’re actually facing.

No fluff. No filler. No outdated advice.

Just clear, proven guidance, frameworks and tools you can apply straight away — and come back to whenever you need direction.

Because you don’t need more content.

You need the right strategy.

Specifically for ethical, sustainable, circular and conscious businesses, brands and labels.

Learn how to make more sales and make the world a better place with your sustainable business.

  • For founders at every stage.

    Whether you’re just starting out or ready to scale, this gives you the clarity and strategy to move forward — because it’s not about how long you’ve been in business, it’s about having the right plan for what’s next.

  • Guidance and motivation.

    Guidance you can rely on, whenever you need it. Inside, you’ll find clear, sustainability-specific strategies to help you build confidence, take action, and keep moving forward — one practical step at a time.

  • Proven strategies that actually work.

    Built from real experience and tested across hundreds of sustainable brands, this gives you the tools to grow your business and increase sales with confidence.

  • Authentic and easy to follow.

    Clear, engaging guidance designed to give you practical answers and help you move forward with confidence.

  • Proven methods to increase sales.

    Practical, sustainability-aligned strategies designed to help you make more sales — so you can grow your business and your impact.

  • Practical, actionable plans.

    Clear, time-saving strategies designed to reduce overwhelm, increase productivity, and help you take action with confidence.

  • No advertising budget needed.

    Learn proven, organic strategies to grow your business without paid ads — just practical steps you can implement with your time and energy.

  • Done-for-you templates and tools.

    Access easy-to-use resources, strategies and documents designed to help you streamline your business and increase your sales.

  • Avoid costly mistakes.

    Learn smarter ways to run and grow your business, so you can move faster, waste less, and scale with confidence.

  • BREAK THE STRESS CYCLE AND INCREASE SALES

    If you're struggling to make sales or you're stressed and chasing your tail, joining will give you the business strategies and support you need to make changes today and improve your business.

  • FIND YOUR TRIBE AND FEEL SUPPORTED

    This is about growing your business, but it's also about growing yourself. You'll connect with a supportive community of like-minded conscious business founders who get what it's like running a fashion business.

  • OVERCOME THE OVERWHELM AND GROW

    The struggle is real and it's easy to get overwhelmed by your to-do list. Joining will help you overcome the overwhelm and streamline your workload so you can scale, grow and enjoy the journey.

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