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19 May 2027 1:00pm–1:45pm M&S Archive

Durability, Desirability, and Garment Maintenance: An Empirical Analysis of Clothing Donated to the M&S Archive

Join Dr Kevin Almond and Dr Judith Simpson for this talk examining practices of garment maintenance and repair within the context of UK fashion consumption, drawing on a case study of clothing donated to the M&S Archive. It situates
these as a meaningful factor in value, use, and sustainability within contemporary fashion systems and consumption cultures.

Free, in-person event. Refreshments included, booking essential.

Booking is not yet open for this event, watch this space for more details.

Event details

Date 19 May 2027
Time 1:00pm–1:45pm
Location M&S Archive
Michael Marks Building
University of Leeds
LS2 9LP