An autumn edit of reworked menswear: structured checks, sculptural stripes, layered gingham and tartan, and refined silhouettes shaped by hand in the studio. Contemporary pieces designed for ease, depth, and everyday dressing through the season ahead.

This rework began with an oversized £3.99 charity‑shop shirt and a desire to explore the sculptural raised‑collar silhouettes appearing in autumn collections. By reshaping the collar, boxing the hem and refining the sleeves, the shirt transformed into a relaxed, modern piece that layers beautifully under fleece and knitwear. A simple, thoughtful reimagining of an everyday garment.

This piece explores the many reasons someone might choose to send a shirt for a Loved Shirt Rework — from garments held in memory, to unworn favourites, partner’s shirts, and oversized charity‑shop finds. It celebrates the emotional stories woven into clothing, highlights the creative possibilities of working with larger sizes, and reflects on how reworking a shirt can preserve its meaning while giving it a beautiful new life.

Safia Minney’s Slow Fashion explores ethical, intentional clothing. This post reflects on how its principles—transparency, longevity, and mindful making—align with Mabel Green Studio’s reworked garments and small‑scale craftsmanship, encouraging readers to choose better, repair more, and value thoughtful design.

Inside the pages of a 1960s sewing book, I found the techniques and confidence that still guide my studio work now. A small piece of sewing history worth revisiting.

What began as a £7 charity‑shop find turned into a modern overshirt with a completely renewed purpose.