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The Creative Mind: The Connection Between Creativity and Mental Health

  At UC we represent creatives globally.  For the millions of us out there, a large percentage of us will at some time or another have suffered mental health issues and challenges.  This is no surprise, and at UC Clothing we firmly believe in the fact that while creatives are brilliant in so many ways, we are also more susceptible to vulnerability for a number of reasons. We thought it would be good to explore some of them in this blog post and hope to those who read it that it provides some guidance and awareness on the matter.   1.  Sensitivity and Empathy Creatives often possess a heightened sensitivity to their surroundings and a deep sense of empathy. This...

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The challenges of staying creative in today's society

In a world characterised by rapid technological advancements, ever-changing societal norms, and the relentless pursuit of efficiency, it's no surprise that keeping the creative fire burning inside you can be challenging.  From the pressure to conform, the ever growing material life constantly advertised to us, to the reliance on social media and necessity to constantly push work and agendas online, this blog post delves into the reasons why it can be tough to be creative in the modern world but reasons why it is evermore important. Conformity One of the most potent obstacles to creativity is the pervasive culture of conformity that permeates modern society. From a young age, individuals are exposed to societal norms and expectations that often cast doubt on anything...

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Urban Creative Clothing: Our new Everyday Essential T colour ways

In the ever-evolving world of streetwear, Urban Creative Clothing has always been at about quality and identity for it's customers. The initial focus was very clear, do not grow too fast, spend time on seeking out the best partners and suppliers and create long lasting partnerships.  With the foundations set, the focus has now shifted. We are now dedicated to expanding the product range so that creatives have access to an entire wardrobe. Choice and variety in garments alongside addition of multiple colour ways has proven extremely popular with our customers so far in our Spring / Summer 2023 collection.  Our SMALL STEPS everyday essential T shirts are now available in 6 unique colours.  We launched initially for Spring / Summer 2023 with the...

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Finding comfort in creativity

At Urban Creative, we are not just passionate about clothing, but also about empowering our customers and subscribers and encouraging them to spend more time on doing the things they truly love.  It can be tough, with all of life's responsibilities, commitments and also societal pressures that face us every day, to feel comfortable while creating.  This blog post is about remaining comfortable in your creativity and how to not let negative thought processes override our artistic potential. 1.  Create a Sacred Space: One of the first steps towards comfort in the creative process is setting up a dedicated and inspiring space. Whether it's a cozy corner of your room, a studio, or an outdoor spot that resonates with you,...

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