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
Kaveh Najafian (Studio Contingency Plans): “Nature is my vital source of inspiration”
Kaveh Najafian is the visionnary founder of Studio Contingency Plans. Born in Tehran (Iran), he now innovates from Hamburg, where he fuses architectural precision with artistic sensibility across several disciplines, including design, sculpture and fashion. In this interview for Pearls
Vegan silks : What are the different types ?
A new wind is blowing with the advent of vegan silk also known as plant silk or ethical silk. This innovative alternative to traditional silk, which traditionally requires the rearing and often the sacrifice of thousands of silkworms, is gaining
Gabriela Alvarez (Atelier Chardon Savard): “Ethics and sustainability are an integral part of our teaching”
Partner content On the occasion of the annual student fashion show on April 13, we had the opportunity to interview Gabriela Alvarez, director of the Atelier Chardon Savard in Nantes. Coming from a rich background in communications, events, and educational management,
Textile innovation: the Vezavena x Pyratex combo
If you haven't heard of Vezavena now's your chance to find out! Spanish responsible fashion brand specializing in luxury knitwear announces collaboration with textile innovation company Pyratex. The two entities join forces to launch a capsule collection of essentials, with
Portugal : APICCAPS a new player in shoes?
In Portugal, one of Europe's most popular local regions for the manufacture of ethical fashion products, APICCAPS is a collective of shoe and accessory manufacturers. Founded in 1975 in Porto, this national association represents several sectors of activity linked
Oeko-Tex 2024 : focus on PFAS, modified cotton and microplastics
New quality and sustainability standards for Monday April 1st. Oeko-Tex has just announced new updates for this year, with a particular focus on the control of chemicals such as per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS), limiting the presence of modified cotton and
World Water Day : focus on microplastics
As a tribute to our planet, the World Water Day aims to raise awareness of the need to use water wisely and to preserve it. At the heart of environmental issues lies a silent but formidable enemy: microplastics. These tiny
Organsk: ethical jeans for every style
In the heart ofOrgansk lies a deep passion for denim: a material that has defined generations, symbolizing both comfort and timeless style. This passion, born in Copenhagen, Denmark, isn't just about creating jeans that fit every body type; it's redefining
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