Textile waste : why should companies design circular products?
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation has just published its latest report. It underlines the importance of a comprehensive circular approach to solving the global textile waste problem. The extented producers responsability (ERP) is essential for implementing this approach. EPR involves
Textile recycling: the dangers in 8 points
"To combat the harmful effects of fast fashion on the environment, the EU wants to reduce textile waste and increase the life cycle and recycling of textiles. This is part of the plan to achieve a circular economy by 2050.",
Balena and Variable Seams launch the innovative FlexTex3D textile
To counter the environmental and overproduction crisis facing the fashion industry, Balena and Variable Seams have announced a partnership to develop a prototype garment using a revolutionary new material, the FlexTex3D. This textile, which is both compostable and designed for
Heartbeat : 8 beautiful European upcycling brands
While circularity symbolizes a new era of environmental awareness and creative innovation,upcycling is booming. Across Europe - to mention only this region of the world in this article - a growing number of brands have embraced this approach, transforming reclaimed
“Materials & Sustainability”: a guide to sustainable materials management
Here's a new guide to adopting more sustainable practices ! Paul Foulkes-Arellano, founder of Circuthon® Consulting, is an expert in the field of the circular economy and sustainability. He presents his book, "Materials & Sustainability: Building a Circular Future", co-written
Turning waste into gold: the sustainable rise of Fruitleather
Fruits are all the rage when it comes to natural alternatives to leather! This is the case of Fruitleather Rotterdamled by Hugo de Boon and his partner Koen Meerkerk, who have embarked on a remarkable journey to transform waste into
Fashion Revolution Week 2024: How to become a fashion revolutionary?
Fashion Revolution the world's leading fashion activism movement, created by Carry Somers and Orsola de Castro, announces the start of Fashion Revolution Week 2024. This year is particularly significant as it marks the 10th anniversary of the organization. From April
Comité Colbert: a 3rd magazine dedicated to sustainability
The Comité Colbert the standard-bearer for French excellence in the world of luxury, is publishing a magazine dedicated to its environmental, social and governance (ESG) commitments for the third year running. This special issue, entitled French Luxury is reinventing the
Circular fashion: Chanel becomes a partner of the Ellen McArthur Foundation
Chanel has embarked on a new phase of sustainability, marking a significant step forward in its commitment to a circular economy. Since joining the Ellen MacArthur Foundation network last year, Chanel has become a partner. This strategic initiative aligns with
Lena Winterink: “How do you value things?”
Lena Winterinck is Dutch and works in her design studio in Amsterdam. For her, artistic research and experimentation on materials such as textiles, giving meaning to our existence, are essential. As a graduate of the Eindhoven Design Academy in 2019,