We operate in a unique way, with our workroom integrated into our store. So every piece of Australian made clothes comes together in one place, start to finish.
ESPIRE started as a joint venture between Jane & Balin. Balin learned from his mother Jane’s wealth of knowledge, gained through decades of experience with Australian manufacturing. He combined it with his own passion for sustainability and circular business. That knowledge is why every one of our Australian made clothes carries her fingerprints as much as his. It reflects decades of pattern-making know-how, paired with a stubborn refusal to outsource what we can build ourselves.
Garments should fit you — that should be industry standard. Clothing companies should PRODUCE clothing, not just “design” it. We offer custom adjustments, product builders and free repairs for life on wear and tear. Every company should do this. It’s a small thing, but it’s the difference between clothing that lasts a season and clothing that lasts a decade. And it’s only possible because we make everything in-house.
Australia is a country that nowadays has lost the ability to create garments. But we, along with many others, believe that reviving this sector will help create a stronger local economy for everyone. This only works when it’s done correctly. Every time you choose Australian made clothes over an imported alternative, more of that spend stays local. It funds local wages, local mills and local apprenticeships, instead of disappearing offshore.
Drop into the store and you'll see the workroom mid-stitch — no back door, no separate factory. Just Australian made clothes, coming together right in front of you.
