Eco luxury

Written by Dana Karlson
23.11.2009

Ascension, London’s answer for all things eco-chic, has opened the doors to its first ever shop just off of Oxford Street tucked away on St. Christopher’s Place.  Formerly known as Adili, Ascension has long been a LynkU favourite for its sumptuous knits and vibrant accessories, as well as its collective fashion conscience.  Just a few clickety clicks through the site, and you can read all about their fair trade projects in Rwanda, Nepal, and India to name a few (more on that later ladies).  These are not ethnic/tribal-inspired collections, these are the fruits of labour from those who live it around the globe.

In Rwanda, Ascension works alongside local producers to create sustainable business by sourcing fabric from regional markets, employing skilled traditional artisans and utilising responsibly-crafted horn and bone (instead of plastic).  Likewise in Nepal, Ascension aims to support struggling craftsmen and women, and to encourage creative endeavours within the country.  Whilst in India the team is sourcing naturally dyed fabric for lingerie and nightwear.

Below are a few of our must-have holiday pressies from Ascension’s current collection.

Ascension store front on St. Christopher’s Place looking lovely for the holiday season.