OUR STORY
Born in Canada to a Ukrainian mother and Polish father, Katie was raised by a simple ethos: never be wasteful or superfluous. This would become one of the guiding principles of Silk Laundry, which she founded in 2015. After migrating to Australia in her youth to study psychology, Katie launched Silk Laundry out of the need for simple, well-made clothing that utilised natural fibers and would pair with pieces she already owned. Obsessed with slip dresses from her teen years in the 90s, Katie launched the brand with the now iconic 90s Slip Dress.
Choosing silk for its durability and natural lifecycle, Katie wanted to create a brand that combined conscious living with luxury staples. Each garment is made with artisanal craftsmanship, innovative design, and fabrics that take into consideration the impact of materials on our planet. Harnessing her intuition, ethics, and values, Katie ushered Silk Laundry into its current iteration. One where the brand is a vehicle for storytelling, where each collection weaves together stories and inspirations from her travels, philanthropy, and advocacy work.
From creative repurposing of materials in Silk Laundry to encouraging others to adopt more sustainable measures in their everyday lives - Katie is always looking for new practices to evolve individually and as a brand. Using fashion as a tool to delve into conversations that matter, Silk Laundry is committed to conservation projects and environmentalism. By creating a brand that uses its voice for the betterment of the planet, Katie is dedicated to the wider community and conscious consumerism. Through this, Silk Laundry is constantly adapting to the needs of our world.
The Iconic 90s Slip Dress
Our Story
Founded in Australia in 2015 by Creative Director and Designer Katie Kolodinski – the brand uses its platform to impact change with each collection, drawing attention to the world around us.
Silk Laundry is an evolution of Katie’s study of our planet and the people in it. Harnessing her exploration of the intersection between luxury, conscious living, and philanthropy, we create classic clothing that withstands trends of the time. Living in Australia, Canada and Spain, along with impactful travel encounters, Silk Laundry has been shaped by Katie’s experiences across the continents.
Our Philosophy
We craft ready-to-wear luxury clothing with purpose, prioritising design through artisanal craftsmanship, as well as natural, low-impact materials. Our guiding principle is longevity.
Our garments are functional and luxurious, crafted with high-quality materials designed to last. By emphasising uncompromising craftsmanship, we create timeless, versatile clothing. We foster community and collaboration, working with local artisans and designers. Each collection is thoughtfully designed to tell a story, promote change, and reflect our commitment to sustainability.
