Clothing firm ‘honoured’ to play part in Bradford…

Clothing firm ‘honoured’ to play part in Bradford City of Culture’s special year

A Birstall-based clothing specialist has joined a cohort of local businesses taking pride in becoming a ‘Champion Partner’ supporting Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture.

Standing alongside brands such as Saltaire Brewery, Cedar Court Hotels and Heera, Banana Moon Clothing joins the district in a year-long celebration of art, creativity and above all, its residents.

The prestigious title was awarded to Bradford in May 2022 and the year will celebrate contemporary culture in all forms and showcase the rich history and heritage of the area.

Alex Grace, Managing Director of Banana Moon Clothing, said: “Banana Moon is really proud to be a local partner of Bradford’s UK City of Culture 2025.

“With myself and generations of my family rooted in this city, I am honoured to play our part in this special year. Bradford’s creativity and resilience run through my own family’s history, and it’s a privilege to be part of it.

“This is a time for us all to come together to enjoy the incredible talent, pride and spirit that make the city such a unique and inspiring place.“

Utilising their expertise in the design and production of personalised clothing, the business is also responsible for the Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture uniforms, producing a range of custom-made garments set to be modelled by staff and volunteers across the city.

The uniform, a collection of uniquely designed t-shirts, hoodies and jackets, reflect the colours featured across the Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture branding, such as gold, grey and black.

Alongside showcasing the event’s unique logo, the jackets, in particular, also include a reflective ‘B’ logo across the sleeve to improve visibility during night time events, placing safety at the heart of the designs.

Working closely with the creative team at Bradford 2025, Banana Moon Clothing brought their designs to life using a number of methods, including shoulder prints and woven and applique elements.

The team also integrated eco-friendly production methods, including the use of water-based inks and embroidery using recycled polyester threads, showcasing the Birstall firm‘s commitment to sustainability.

Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture runs from January 2025 to December 2025 and is a celebration of Bradford city and district, taking place across its city, towns, villages and greenspaces.

The year will spotlight culture in all its forms including dance and theatre, music and film, visual arts and crafts, food and sport.

The programme kicks-off this weekend with ‘RISE’ created by award-winning director Kirsty Housley and Bradford’s very own magician Steven Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo.

The magical show features a cast of more than 200 professional performers and Bradford residents and will transform City Park this weekend.