Straight from the Source Ep 4: Ross Barry, Co-Founder, Reskinned
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Episode 4: Ross Barry, Co-Founder, Reskinned
At Source Fashion, we’re always inspired by the people shaping what’s next for responsible fashion. That’s why we’ve launched Straight from the Source - a new series of candid, unscripted conversations filmed live at our July show, where we speak directly with the industry leaders challenging the future of ethical fashion.
Straight from the Source Ep 4: Ross Barry, Co-Founder, Reskinned
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Channel: Source Fashion
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Publish Date: November 13, 2025
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Core Theme: Resale, recycling technology, and the value of existing wardrobes.
Content Summary
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Favorite Sustainable Method: Ross identifies upcycling as his preferred method within the sustainable fashion space [00:14].
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The Recycling Myth: He points out a common misconception: that there is a "massive machine" where you can throw old clothes in and have them come out as completely new, recycled items [00:20].
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Industry Challenges: Ross finds the complexity of the supply chain frustrating. From a recycling perspective, he notes that tracing materials back to their source and finding the right people to talk to is often "too complicated" [00:30].
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Fashion Opinions: * When asked which fabric he would "ban," he jokingly chooses linen, citing the abundance of "bad linen suits" in the world [00:46].
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Driving Change: While he believes change requires a mix of all stakeholders, he argues that retailers likely have the most significant influence on the industry's direction [00:55].
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The "Source" of Wisdom: Ross delivers a powerful final thought on sustainability: "I think the most sustainable thing is the one you already own" [02:04].
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Vision for the Future: He hopes the future of fashion becomes "better" and "higher priced" to reflect true value [02:12].
Video Link: https://youtu.be/f2rRqMa5hQM