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Rope Dress Raises Ocean Awareness in Maine
11 Mar
Summary
- Jordon Hudson wore a dress made from 36 pounds of recovered rope.
- The dress highlights the issue of 'ghost gear' in oceans.
- The event aimed to spark conversation about marine conservation.

Jordon Hudson recently turned heads at the 51st annual Maine Fishermen's Forum, held in her home state of Maine. She made a significant statement for marine conservation by wearing a custom-made dress constructed entirely from 36 pounds of rope recovered in 2023.
This distinctive garment was a collaboration with sustainable fashion designer Runa Ray and volunteers from the Rozalia Project, an organization dedicated to cleaning marine debris. The dress specifically aimed to raise awareness about "ghost gear" – abandoned fishing nets and ropes that continue to trap marine life.