From sharing the stage with 30 of Australia's most iconic fashion brands at Melbourne Fashion Week last year to spearheading a 'change the date' campaign and moving retail spaces, Clothing The Gaps shows no signs of slowing down as they embark on their next venture.

The social enterprise is making history as it launches in 14 Universal Store locations around Australia on March 26.

Sharing the exciting news with Style Up, co-founder and chief executive Laura Thompson explained that the brand has curated a collection of seven pieces that will appear in flagship stores in Melbourne, Adelaide, Brisbane, Perth, Shellharbour, Charlestown and Darwin - as well as online.

"In true Clothing The Gaps style, the range features bold messages that celebrate Aboriginal culture and spark conversations," said Thompson.

"You'll see new twists on some of our classics and some brand new pieces.

"We are so excited to launch our first linen shirt, we think this will be a crowd fave."

Explaining that the launch into the major retailer has been two years in the making, Thompson highlighted that it is a step forward for First Nations representation in mainstream retail.

"It has been an exciting journey as we've built a strong relationship with the retailer, focusing on two-way learning across all facets of the business, not just stocking product."

CTG will be the second Aboriginal brand stocked at Universal Store, the first being House of Darwin.

"With over 100 stores across the country and a strong online presence, Universal Store has an influential platform that reaches a wide audience," said Thompson.

"We see this as a powerful opportunity to engage shoppers in a deeper understanding of Indigenous culture, causes and allyship. With every purchase, customers will have the chance to wear their values and educate themselves and others on First Nations issues, creating a ripple effect of awareness and support."

"It's an opportunity to showcase that fashion can be used as a tool for activism. We know that it's more than just a tee, it's a conversation starter and we can't wait to introduce a whole new audience to our merch with a message."

With this retail expansion, Thompson and the CTG team seek to redefine perspectives, offering customers a unique opportunity to embrace and celebrate other Aboriginal businesses.

"We hope that when someone discovers Clothing The Gaps for the first time that they are also prompted to seek out other Aboriginal businesses," she said.

"We know that there are a stack of incredible Indigenous-led businesses to decolonise our shopping carts with and the flow on effect of this economic participation and self-determination is incredible."

Aware that it might be the first time Universal shoppers are introduced to the powerful messages and significance behind Indigenous artwork and slogans, this collection offers a unique opportunity to ignite important conversations.

"The collection featuring in Universal Stores is about celebrating First Nations culture and encouraging more people to wear their values and stand for justice and equality," said Thompson.

"For many Universal shoppers it may be the first time that they are introduced to slogans such as 'Always Was, Always Will Be'.

"The range is paired with educational resources that encourage people to learn more about the messaging and artwork.

"We hope that shoppers engage with this content and that it sparks more conversations in the world."

When asked about the impact she hoped this milestone would have on young Indigenous creatives entering the industry, Thompson emphasised that it's more than just paving the way - it's about ensuring Indigenous people are seen and heard.

"This milestone is not only about us but also about paving the way for future Indigenous creatives to break into the fashion industry," she said.

"We want young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to see that their stories and talents are valued, and that they have a space in the fashion world where they can thrive.

"Our hope is that this partnership inspires the next generation to follow their passions, break barriers, and make a lasting impact.

"We are already so excited for young Mob to see First Nations culture and identity taking up space in one of their favourite shopping locations."

Universal Store Group chief executive Alice Barbery said the launch "is a proud moment to add another brilliant brand to our portfolio of quality, customer led products".

"Clothing The Gaps stands for making the world a more united and welcoming place while also designing quality products our customers will love," she said.

Thompson emphasised the upcoming launch is only the beginning, as the brand sets is sights on expansion into additional retail spaces both locally and nationally.

"Our ultimate goal is to increase visibility and accessibility for First Nations-led brands in mainstream retail, creating sustainable opportunities for growth and collaboration," she said.

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