In an age of transformation to responsible fashion, traceability now is an essential pillar.
[…] slaughter of farm animals in Europe is strictly regulated and the skin used to produce leather represents less than 5% of the price of the carcass*. How can we then think that these animals are farmed just for their skins? In reality, leather is a by-product of the agri-food industry, and an element of […]
[…] thing that comes to mind when seeking to shift collections towards eco-responsibility. Without opening the debate here around whether recycling is a real solution or whether it can lead to distortions, let us examine which materials can currently be recycled. Read more eco-questions Tradition and innovation Some will tell you the recycling of wool […]
[…] the codes of tailoring and go back to basics. Drapery for the AW 23-24 season illustrates this desire through a search for sobriety and inner quality.This quest can be seen in a density of materials, characteristic of the season, but also in a fluidity and energy that expresses the desire to move towards innovative […]
Polyamide, polyester, elastane: these fibers undoubtedly figure in the composition of your favorite sportswear. Windproof, waterproof, climate-proof, reflective; it cannot be denied that synthetics offer major advantages when clothing has to be put the test by the most demanding sporting practices, or the most challenging weather. However, in our quest for a healthy body, […]
An update on the leather industry‘s new perspectives on responsible tanning.
In view of the increasing scarcity of non-renewable resources, how can we reduce mining operations?
[…] Eco-responsible fashion isn’t just a trend What this study, led by Gildas Minvielle, Director of IFM’s Economic Observatory, illustrates above all the solidity of a market that cannot be ignored. In fact, it now represents one third of the clothing budget and 90.5 % of respondents intend to change the way they buy clothes […]
[…] Leathergoods icons are revisited with an exceptional fineness, or with a softness allowing them to create sculptural volumes. Leathers are being enriched with performances that mean they can be used for daily wear, while shearlings are imitating fur to perfection Première Vision, log on to To access this content, please create an account or […]
The eco-responsible transformation of the leather industry can be felt at every stage of the value chain. Traceability continues to gain momentum, from the origin of hides and skins and initiatives down to the measuring of animal welfare at the farm level. The tanning, re-tanning and finishing stages are aligned with environmental management criteria […]
With a previous focus on recycled polyesters and organic cottons to demonstrate their susta inable attributes, components continue to gain momentum in their role in eco-responsible transformation, with a wide variety of options. Available resources now include recycled metals, linens, hemp and nettles along with plant-based by-products in the form of natural yarns, mixed papers and bio-sourced plastics using pineapple, cactus, […]
(Sponsored content) SEAQUAL INITIATIVE produces yarn out of marine litter recovered from our oceans.
[…] collection created with new revolutionary direct-to-textile 3D printing technology The SSYS 2Y22 REFLECTION Collection was created using Stratasys J850™ TechStyle™ 3D printer, powered by 3DFashion™ technology. Th is is a high-end series of 3D printed garments, bespoke accessories and luxury goods that reflect on the influences of the last few years. This unique line […]
What’s next season’s color? This is probably the most frequently asked question when you tell people you work in fashion. Mirroring our moods, outfits can be pretty in pink or moody in black, can feel a little blue, or can even encapsulate a generation with Millennial Pink or Gen Z Yellow. Color is an […]
(Sponsored content) In such a global industry, textile companies cannot compete on price alone; they need to differentiate their offer by focusing on design, quality, and innovation, as well as optimizing processes while reducing the environmental impact. Digitalization offers tremendous opportunities for the textile industry to increase creativity and performance while being more sustainable. Adopting digital fabric in the design, […]