OCEANCHILD
A classically trained artist, Augustin Gravet launched the OCEANCHILD project in 2018. What began as a creative outlet slowly shifted into a full-fledged clothing brand, rooted in artistic creation, sustainability and a circular approach.
Participating in OCEANCHILD from the southwest city of Anglet, Augustin Gravet infuses his personal creations with Basque Country inspiration. His brand embodies the sweeping changes in today’s textile industry. It transforms second-hand clothing—especially French work jackets culled in thrift stores–into unique pieces, each hand-printed using linocut stamps. These hard-wearing, original jackets serve as a canvas for drawings inspired by cave paintings and Huichol art.
At the heart of this project lies a vision, that of uniqueness. Each piece is a celebration of creativity in motion and a quest for singularity. By promoting eco-responsible sourcing, sharing as a core value and artistic diversity, OCEANCHILD grows and changes, outside the box, bringing a group of designers together with the common goal of upcycling.
The partnership with VELUX and its participation in the Paris Design Week is more than a simple showcase for this designer label. It is the consecration of five years of passion, creation and commitment to sustainability. Being part of the VELUX ART incubator and its network has enabled OCEANCHILD to widen its audience and spread the word about its work.
Augustin and OCEANCHILD are living proof that when large companies like VELUX support and promote young talents, art, innovation and responsibility can converge, creating sustainable and positive impact. In keeping with the values at VELUX, OCEANCHILD firmly commits to preserving the planet, a message deeply ingrained in every piece it creates.
During the Paris Design Week, you are invited to discover BLUES & MYTHOS, a capsule featuring a work jacket revival, each piece brightened with a unique artistic touch.