Wear your values: from statement earrings to slogan shirts.
If you're anything like us, you’ll know that clothes and accessories are so much more than just a way to cover up your bod or keep the sun out of your eyes. They can be a way to showcase who you are, what you stand for and how you want to be seen. In a world that values individuality more than ever, fashion gives us ways to express who we are and what we believe in.
Lucky for you, Australia is bursting with bold and unapologetic brands here to help you express yourself in style. From statement earrings to bold slogan shirts, take a look at our top picks of fashion and accessories made to inspire.
Haus of Dizzy.
Super talented Kristy Dickinson is slaying the game as the founder of Haus of Dizzy. She’s a proud Wiradjuri woman who creates bold, playful jewellery honouring and celebrating Indigenous culture.
Choose from Haus of Dizzy’s collection of handmade statement earrings, including the Haus of Dizzy ‘ALWAYS WAS, ALWAYS WILL BE’ EARRINGS and Haus of Dizzy ‘PRIDE FLAG’ HEART STUDS, each available as either stud or clip-on earrings.
Each piece speaks to a powerful political and social message. And they're all made with love and care by Kristy and her team in their studio in Fitzroy, Naarm. Make a statement and support Indigenous culture at the same time, Haus of Dizzy’s where to go!
Confetti Rebels.
Powerful slogan shirts have been a tool for protest and change for centuries. Confetti Rebels was born from a desire to create clothing that meant something to the person wearing it. They designed their full range of tees to make you feel happy, empowered and like a total boss, all through the power of expressing yourself through the clothes you wear. Talk about making a statement without even saying a word!
Spread peace and love in their Confetti Rebels STRESS LESS LOVE MORE TEE, designed to honour Mental Health Awareness month each year. Or make a bold and empowering statement by wearing the Confetti Rebels NEURODIVERGENT RED/PINK NATURAL TEE – celebrating and embracing neurodiversity.
Clothing the Gaps.
This isn't your regular clothing brand. Run by a team of health professionals, Clothing the Gaps creates merch with meaning, celebrating Indigenous people and culture.
They take their name from the Australian Government's "Closing the Gap" health initiative, which aims to reduce the life-expectancy gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous folks. These guys are on a mission to close the gap in health, education and employment outcomes between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.
They encourage people to wear their values on their tee and have a range of designs to choose from, like the ‘Always Was, Always Will Be Tee’ (available in black and lilac). When you rock these tees, you're not just making a fashion statement – you're also recognising and honouring that First Nations peoples have been caring for this beautiful land for over 65,000 years.
Clothing the Gaps even makes socks, like these Clothing the Gaps Empty Flag Socks made ethically and locally on Wurundjeri Country, so you can rock their gear from head to toe.
Or DIY!
Feeling inspired? If you’ve got a message you want to share that you haven’t seen yet, why not get creative with some DIY?
If you love earrings, we’ve got just the thing to make your own. This Class Bento Polymer Clay Earring Workshop for Beginners is an epic way to create unique, eye-catching polymer clay earrings that express your individuality. The workshop guides you through the process, from choosing your colours and rolling out your clay to cutting and assembling your unique masterpiece. And the best part? You get to take home a one-of-a-kind accessory that screams YOU!
Speaking of one-of-a-kind, check out this MKBangBB Craft Bead Kit. With thousands of beads to choose from, you can pick your favourite colours and spell out your very own statement to make a necklace or bracelet to wear with pride.
Spread your message to the world.
Especially in the age of social media, fashion gives us the power to raise awareness and start conversations. Whether it’s with a slogan shirt or statement earrings, you can share your beliefs and passions with the world. Shop statement pieces to wear from the heart with Afterpay.
