MIA FRATINO

Cashmere Chronicles

Sustainbility, the fashion industry and cashmere come together.

Working From Home: Tips on How NOT to Stay in Bed All Day.

Working From Home: Tips on How NOT to Stay in Bed All Day.

Mia Fratino
While we’ve all dreamed of waving goodbye to our office and swapping our desks for our beds from time to time, we’re slowly finding out that working from home isn’t all it’s cracked up to be – especially if we’ve never done it before.
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The Mia Diary ~ The Forme

The Mia Diary ~ The Forme

Renee Landers
We chat with The Forme, about their store ~ an Australian contemporary online shopping destination for women, by women.
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Why Natural Fibers Are Better

Why Natural Fibers Are Better

Mia Fratino
Tagged: Slow Fashion
Since humans started wearing clothes we have been wearing natural fibres.  Now, as humanity has progressed we have gone from Mammoth skins to lycra as our second skin.  Synthetic fibres have trumped the humble cottons, wools and silks we originally donned.  We stand strong against the use of synthetics at Mia Fratino, only offering garments made in our 100% natural fibres.
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Mum-Worthy Gift Ideas

Mum-Worthy Gift Ideas

Renee Landers
From the grazed knees and night-time monsters of childhood, to the challenges of first-time motherhood or other momentous life achievements, mums are always there to love, guide, support and encourage. 
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Why Is Cashmere so Expensive?

Why Is Cashmere so Expensive?

Renee Landers
Think of the word cashmere, and thoughts of luxurious, high-class, soft, delicate and expensive products come to mind. But to understand what makes cashmere so valuable – and, as a result, expensive – it’s necessary to delve into the background of where it comes from, how it is made, and why it differs from other materials.
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Our Ethical Cashmere

Our Ethical Cashmere

Mia Fratino
We care where it comes from and where it ends up. Helping educate our customers to understand where their garments come from is a large part of our company ethos.
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The Good Cashmere Standard

The Good Cashmere Standard

Mia Fratino
We are devoted to the responsible production of our sustainable cashmere. One of the key principles of the GCS is that goat farming should have no negative impact on the environment, especially on the land and biodiversity.  
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Slowing Down The Sale Mentality

Slowing Down The Sale Mentality

Renee Landers
At MIA FRATINO, we don't advocate flash sales and promotions. This sale mentality 'devalues' garments and leads to over-consumerism. We are dedicated to environmental awareness and advocate mindful purchasing of high-quality, ethically made and long-lasting garments.
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Sustainability Begins at the Source.

Sustainability Begins at the Source.

Renee Landers

The fashion industry can be hugely detrimental to our environment.

It's a well known fact that many of the plastics we use in our day-to-day lives end up in the ocean. However, you may not be aware that one major source of this pollution is in fact our clothes.

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The Mia Diary ~ Sandy Short Style

The Mia Diary ~ Sandy Short Style

Renee Landers
We chat with Sandy Short, about her store ~ a boutique passionate about providing pieces with a point-of-difference. Sandy Short Style offers a unique 'salon' boutique experience, with emphasis on personalised service.
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You + Your Fave Knit = Forever

You + Your Fave Knit = Forever

Renee Landers

Making our clothes last longer is the first step to an ethical and sustainable wardrobe. Absence makes the heart grow fonder…AND can make your favourite knit last longer. Sometimes, the things we love hurt us the most, and over-wear and under-care can kill your much-loved knit well before it’s expiry date.

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The Mia Diary ~ SUKii Boutique

The Mia Diary ~ SUKii Boutique

Renee Landers
In this edition of The Mia Diary, we chat with Stacey Hunter, about her store SUKii ~ a boutique dedicated to quality and timeless pieces that are made to last.
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