DESCRIPTION CDA VARSITY JACKET – CRAFTED FOR CIRCULARITY Upcycled. Handcrafted. Designed for the Future. A JACKET THAT EMBODIES THE CIRCULAR DESIGN ACADEMY PHILOSOPHY The CDA Varsity Jacket is a manifesto for circular living and future craft. Designed for the Circular Design Academy, this piece represents the power of upcycling, artisanal craftsmanship, and material innovation. Made entirely from rescued garment waste and finished with hand-stitched detailing, the jacket is an exercise in zero-waste thinking—where discarded materials are given new form, function, and value. A timeless silhouette, reimagined for a regenerative future. CRAFT UPCYCLED MATERIALS, REENGINEERED FOR FUNCTION • Heavyweight Reverse Cotton Terry – Crafted from reclaimed textile waste, offering durability and structure. • 100% Recycled Plastic D-Ring Hardware – Repurposed from discarded plastics, reinforcing circularity. • Snap Button Enclosure – A secure and easy fastening system built for longevity. ARTISANAL CRAFT & HAND-STITCHED DETAILING • Hand-Stitched Construction – Finished by skilled artisans for a raw, intentional aesthetic. • One-of-a-Kind Variations – No two jackets are exactly the same, reflecting the unique history of each upcycled material. • Circular Design Approach – Built to last, yet designed with modular repairability in mind. FUNCTION & APPLICATION • Designed for Movement & Everyday Wear – Comfortable, structured, and built for longevity. • A Symbol of Circular Thinking – Created for the Circular Design Academy, inspiring new ways to engage with materials. • A Future Craft Essential – A new standard in regenerative fashion, proving that design and sustainability can coexist without compromise. WHY IT MATTERS The CDA Varsity Jacket is a testament to circularity in action—where waste becomes a wearable statement. By choosing this piece, you're not just wearing a jacket—you're participating in the future of design. RETHINK. REUSE. REDESIGN.
