Gosia Piatek
The Kiwi fashion brand turning clothes into a soil enhancer
Auckland fashion brand 'Kowtow' says it has achieved a world first, turning their garments, once they reach the end of their life, into organic biochar This ancient process locks in the carbon… Audio
Kowtow founder Gosia Piatek
Clothing label Kowtow has built a devoted following since its inception in Wellington back in 2006. Audio
Kowtow: the Kiwi fashion label making swimwear out of fishing nets
The sustainable New Zealand fashion label Kowtow is branching out into swimwear – but not made of any ordinary fabric. The first non-natural fabric the brand has used is made from regenerated fishing… Audio
The garment that changed the fashion landscape
Jeans are a ubiquitous staple in many wardrobes. And today, jeans are big business with street wear denim brands competing against premium labels. Audio
Clothes with a conscience
Wellington based Kiwi fashion designer Gosia Piatek's fashion label "Kowtow" is all about being 100% environmentally and ethically sustainable. It's taking off, and selling all over the world. Video, Audio
No Slave to Fashion: The Story Behind Kowtow
Gosia Piatek doesn't feel very 'Kiwi,' especially where her work ethic and hunger are concerned. On the communication-front she is also very direct-a trait she readily puts down to her 'European'… Audio
NZ Society - No Slave to Fashion
1. In a world of fast turn-around, throwaway fashion there are still those in the industry set on making a difference-Kowtow Clothing in New Zealand is one them. We take a look at the seeds of the… Audio
