UNIQLO Collaborates with Central Saint Martins Grads On Upcycled Capsule Collection

UNIQLO is giving returned clothing a second life with the launch of EVERYDAY RE.IMAGINED, a limited-edition upcycled collection developed in collaboration with graduates from Central Saint Martins’ renowned BA Fashion course.

Available from 25th June at 15 RE.UNIQLO STUDIO locations across Europe, including Oxford Street, Regent Street, Covent Garden and Coal Drops Yard in London, as well as Princes Street in Edinburgh, the 10-piece capsule demonstrates how damaged or imperfect customer returns can be transformed into desirable fashion pieces.

The collection reworks signature LifeWear garments through repair, reconstruction and upcycling. AIRism T-shirts have been reshaped, trousers rebuilt and cotton fabrics creatively reimagined, with every garment retaining elements of its original form. As each piece is individually reconstructed, no two designs are identical.

The collaboration reflects UNIQLO’s growing focus on circular fashion while providing emerging design talent with the opportunity to explore innovative approaches to garment longevity. By partnering with Central Saint Martins, the retailer is highlighting how creativity can extend both the lifespan and value of everyday clothing.

(Images courtesy of UNIQLO)

Commenting on the collection, Maria Samoto le Dous, UNIQLO Europe Head of Sustainability said:

“Collaborating with Central Saint Martins and its incredibly talented emerging designers has been both inspiring and energising. This project shows that innovation in fashion doesn’t always begin with something new, but with a new way of seeing what already exists. By combining their creative perspective with our LifeWear philosophy, we demonstrate how everyday clothing can be continuously reimagined extending not only its lifecycle, but its meaning.”

Sarah Gresty, Course Leader, BA Fashion Design at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London added: 

“The most exciting ideas in fashion often begin by looking at something familiar in a completely different way. Through this collaboration, our graduates have transformed everyday garments into pieces that are inventive, thoughtful, and full of possibility. It shows how creativity and experimentation can breathe new life into existing materials challenging us to rethink the value and potential of the clothes we were every day.”

The EVERYDAY RE.IMAGINED collection is now available exclusively in selected RE.UNIQLO STUDIO stores, with prices ranging from £29.90 to £89.90.

View the collection here: https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/special-feature/central-saint-martins