Charlotte Knowles
x Harley Weir: RUBBISH

Turning Trash into Fashion

“We like the idea of images of rubbish printed on what was once rubbish,” says KNWLS, the label formerly known as Charlotte Knowles, “and recycled into something desirable.” In an SSENSE exclusive capsule, KNWLS collaborates with photographer Harley Weir to produce upcycled garments inspired by the unexpected charm of waste. The collection, all made from recycled polyester fabric, ranges from swimwear, dresses, tops, and leggings. The pieces are printed with photographs from a series of Weir’s called Rubbish 1.2—an ongoing collection of images of rubbish and refuse that she gathers throughout her everyday travels. A portion of the net proceeds from the sale of each item in the capsule will be donated to ocean protection. Only available at SSENSE.

Featured In This Image: Charlotte Knowles x Harley Weir scarf.

SSENSE Exclusive Venom Silk Scarf

Foxgloves, cigarettes, and microplastics—all toxic in their own ways, yet presented cautiously here, in scarf form.

Model wears Charlotte Knowles x Harley Weir dress.

SSENSE Exclusive Regenerated Nylon Side Lace Dress

Regenerated nylon means no raw materials were used to create this product—despite the rawness of the blooms on the dress itself.

Model wears Charlotte Knowles x Harley Weir leggings.

SSENSE Exclusive Regenerated Nylon Legging with Leg Ties

While many make the mistake of recycling it, styrofoam is completely useless after it’s served its single function. The only place it belongs is in a photograph, and therefore on these pants.

SSENSE Exclusive Perse Regenerated Nylon Swim Dress

A dress for wearing in water—all the seductive cling of wet plastic, without the rubbish.

Model wears Charlotte Knowles x Harley Weir swimsuit.

SSENSE Exclusive Perse Regenerated Nylon Swimsuit

If you’re going to bring garbage into the ocean, make sure it’s wearable—a swimsuit made from recycled plastic.

Model wears Charlotte Knowles x Harley Weir tank top.

SSENSE Exclusive Regenerated Nylon Side Lace Top

While some are flashy, plastic bags camouflage in nature too, confusing wildlife and quietly disturbing eco-systems. While we recommend steering clear of single-use plastics, you can still wear one on your top.