Why I Started COLABO: A Platform for Creative Collaboration Without Waste

The fashion industry is full of talent—but too often, that talent gets buried under gatekeeping, cost barriers, or the pressure to constantly produce. I created COLABO to change that. It’s a space where emerging designers and stylists can connect, collaborate, and create without excess, all while gaining real visibility and opportunities.

The Problem

Fashion is fast. It's also wasteful. Every year, designers produce incredible pieces that are shown once, then stored, archived, or forgotten. Stylists hunt for something unique, sustainable, and editorial—but they either can’t find it or can’t afford it.

Meanwhile, many creatives are left out of the ecosystem entirely. No agent, no showroom, no access. That’s where COLABO plays a role.

The Mission

COLABO is about giving value to the work that already exists.We make it easy for:

• Designers to rent or lend out pieces they’ve already created

• Stylists to discover bold, fresh looks without buying into overproduction

• Collaborators to connect through fashion without draining resources

We're building a circular, creative economy—one where visibility doesn't have to equal waste, and opportunity doesn't require a huge budget.

Why It Matters Now

As conversations around sustainability and representation grow louder in fashion, platforms like this are no longer just “nice to have”—they’re essential.

Whether you're an under-the-radar designer, an emerging stylist, or just someone who believes in creative reuse, COLABO is for you.

Be a Founding Member

We're in our pre-launch phase now, and early members will shape everything—from features to values. Join us, give feedback, and help build something fashion needs.

👉 Join here as a founding designer or stylist

👉 Follow @colaboclub on Instagram

Let’s create something better—together.

Bye for now,

Florence

Founder of COLABO