Dancing Leopard joins sustainable Take Back scheme from SATCoL

You might recognise Dancing Leopard for its bold jumpsuits and bright maxi dresses that are like wearing summer itself. These statement outfits aren’t the only way Dancing Leopard is brightening the world – the brand’s focus on sustainability and environment friendly is also helping our planet look and feel better. 

Most recently, Dancing Leopard has joined SATCoL’s Take Back scheme in partnership with ReBound. By giving customers the option to send their pre-loved items for recycling before buying new pieces to refresh their wardrobes with, the team at Dancing Leopard hope to see fewer textiles go to waste. 

“In our busy lives, it can be difficult to find the time to physically go to a charity store to donate our clothes, and the Take Back scheme makes it so convenient and easy,” said Rebecca Brown, Brand Marketing Manager. “Donating clothes extends their life cycle which is more sustainable and we know that The Salvation Army does great work, so we’re happy to be supporting them, too.” 

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This isn’t the only way Dancing Leopard is making eco-friendly changes. Founded in 2009 and now shipping orders to over 10 different countries, the brand has tried to ensure it’s sustainable as it grows. 

Rebecca continued, “Over the last five years, sustainability has been a big focus at Dancing Leopard. We accept that the fashion industry has a pollution problem, so we’re doing what we can to make a difference. Currently, 61% of our collection is made from eco-conscious fabrics and we’re also passionate about using all our surplus fabric so that nothing is wasted. We either use it to create new pieces or donate the fabric to charities that teach women to sew. Our packaging is also made from recycled fibres, and it can be recycled again and again.”  

The brand launched its first eco-conscious swimwear collection, made from ECONYL® regenerated nylon four years ago. That inspired more sustainable collections and changed how they see fabrics, now using organic cotton and TENCEL in their statement pieces. “It’s definitely a gradual process as it takes time to replace our fabrics and assess the changes we can make internally. However, our goal is to eventually use eco-conscious fabrics across our entire collection,” Rebecca Brown shared. 

Materials aren’t all that makes an item though. As all of Dancing Leopard’s dresses, jumpsuits, tops and skirts are about making wearers feel amazing rather than following a short-lived trend, the brand is proud of the longevity of its garments. “Our collections are relatively small and rather than create something that’s ‘trending’, we aim to make fun and timeless pieces that can be worn again and again,” she concluded.  

For anyone ready to shop a forever piece with personality, Dancing Leopard is the spot. Just remember to order your donation bag and Take Back the clothes that don’t make you feel like sunshine.