Inclusivity, Art, & Activism – An opportunity through collaboration
Mind & Movement The integral relationship at the heart of Nagnata's vision.
Founded on the philosophy of sustainably minded design, our conscious approach to design and production encompasses all facets of the creation process: care for community, respect for the earth, reverence for beauty, and integrity of material. Nagnata is all about connection – to the body, mind, earth, and each other.
Movements Not SeasonsA Free Approach
Merging the natural properties of organic and renewable fibres with technology and innovation, Nagnata collections continue to realise the studio-to-street lifestyle, blurring the lines between technical sportswear and fashion. Our ongoing exploration of sustainability as a culture extends beyond the materials and manufacturing of a garment. Nagnata is challenging industry standards and our responsibility as a brand by devoting substantial resources to exploring how we as a company can lessen our impact on the planet, support communities, and engage in meaningful action towards a more sustainable future.
Inclusivity, Art, & Activism – An opportunity through collaboration
Drawing from our brand roots to look towards the future. Nagnata’s early collaborations with artisan initiatives in India signified the beginning of the brand’s efforts towards ethically minded entrepreneurialism. Our energy is now focused on home soil as we work alongside our First Nations people and take meaningful action through projects that give back to the community. By celebrating the traditional crafts and learning from the deep wisdom of Aboriginal culture we can work towards providing economic opportunity and empowerment through creative collaboration. As a fashion brand this involves creating opportunity through all aspects of the industry.
Building relationships: a path to reconciliation
At Nagnata, we’ve always been about more than just appearances. Real change requires real commitment and consistent action - and we can’t do this alone.
MESSAGE FROM LAURA 2
Everything Comes From Country - Children's Ground
PRODUCT CARE BY COLLECTION & FABRIC
“We’re going to use the funds for an art and women’s well-being project at Minmararma. We will start with an art activity to paint the container, bringing the community together, with local community artists and all the kids involved...
MESSAGE FROM LAURA 2
Our Work With Ella Bancroft and Nathan McGuire
PRODUCT CARE BY COLLECTION & FABRIC
Nagnata Movement 010 Presentation Bangarra Dance Theatre
In May 2022, Nagnata’s founding philosophy, core inspirations and dream aesthetic coalesced in an event we couldn’t be prouder to present. In collaboration with Bangarra Dance Theatre, we delivered an immersive brand experience encompassing everything from an original movement piece to a panel discussion and collection presentation intentionally shown off-schedule post Sydney fashion week. Founder Laura May Gibbs hosted a conversation alongside special guests, sharing Nagnata’s journey through our RAP and sustainability roadmap, and how these projects will shape the future and direction of the brand.
The opening performance was choreographed exclusively for Nagnata by the incomparable Waangenga Blanco, former lead choreographer and principle dancer who made his return to Bangarra for the special event. We recruited many of our hard-working backstage assistants from Nathan McGuire’s mentorship program, Mob in Fashion. We will also showcase the talents of Cassie Leatham an Indigenous jewellery designer and founder of Yanggurdi.


Our future vision: the road to empowerment
From day one, Nagnata’s focus has been on implementing fair, ethical and supportive processes throughout design and production.
We plan to move through all stages of the RAP framework and intentionally and thoughtfully build upon our foundational projects to create a robust framework within our own Nagnata business model.
Together with Ella, Nathan and our shared communities we have big dreams to create cultural art projects on Bundjalung Country, connecting with local community and artisans to translate traditional crafts into a contemporary context.
Our long-term vision is for Nagnata to provide ongoing work for artists through the creation of exclusive designs for the brand. Having handmade, ethical products made on Country using natural resources and ancient knowledge is our way of helping to create a thriving economic ecosystem. Empowerment is key.
PRODUCT CARE BY COLLECTION & FABRIC
INCLUSIVITY
SAMA
PRODUCT CARE BY COLLECTION & FABRIC
"Art and activism, fashion and fairness, beauty and purpose - bridging the gap between these ideas has been my intention since founding Nagnata in 2015."
A MESSAGE FROM NAGNATA FOUNDER, LAURA MAY