EXPERIENCE BANANA Slow fashion may be considered a revolt or action against the fast fashion movement. Developing an accessory or garment with a cultural or emotional connection is also the purpose of it, utilizing materials what is already were made, and reuse it, using natural resources and sustainable design. In consideration of this philosophy, I created the 100% BANANA bag collection which is based on material innovation. During a four month period by experiencing different ways of working with banana fibre I was searching for the result, which offers me the ready to use material. The organic banana fibre is produced from the „PSEUDO STEM” the most optional part of the trunk for reuse. In most of the cases, this part is burned after one year, because banana trees produce fruit only once a year, leaving abundant waste or by-product. Recycling the fibre from this by-product into new compositions, helps to prevent the forests become polluted by waste, and also creates a natural maerial for creative use. The developed material is strong, waterproof and natural. From the ready and operational banana material, I designed a tree piece bag collection. The collection is not only focusing on the usage of this new composition, but for a functional form, what enhances, the quality of the collection. I am convinced that there is a big opportunity about any kind of new and sustainable materials. In one hand it gives us a new sustainable medium, on the other hand as a natural material contribute to the human and ecological health. Banana fibre properties: Highly strong fiber Mixes well with other fibers to form composites Lightweight Biodegradable Rapidly Renewable Water-resistant Flame-resistant With the improvements in extraction and turning the fiber into a pulp, handmade paper stands out as one of the biggest opportunities for banana fiber. The thickness of the paper can be adjusted to achieve different texture, and to make it suitable for a finished product.