Set to debut in Milan, the exhibition produced by Trama Plaza will unfold the social dimension of sustainability in Italian fashion manufacturing through a creative reinterpretation of work uniforms. Almost all the featured companies are 4sustainability®, matched with an equal number of fashion designers. On Thursday, February 1, 2024, the non-profit association Trama Plaza, dedicated…
Seeking out solidity and durability by looking again and reworking classic elements. An in-depth exploration that advocates circularity in which reuse is not just an ethical choice but rather a means of communication and expression of personal style. Photo and concept by Elisabetta Scarpini
Against the Perma-crisis, the desire to rediscover moments of pleasure and forms of well-being arises: simple pleasures, frugal sobriety, liberating creativity, seductive expressiveness, conscious sensitivity. Emotions and elements that manifest themselves in products created with the intention of beautifying the appearance and embellishing the quality. The collections play the card of discretion and timelessness, they…
Mystified or authentic identity, the game surrounding who we are and who we would like to be. Leaving room for non-conformity and irreverence for an uncompromising celebration of personal freedom. Photo and concept by Elisabetta Scarpini
ManpowerGroup’s 2023 Green Jobs Report Highlights Widespread Shortage of Professionals Steering Businesses towards Sustainable Models. According to a survey by ManpowerGroup, a leading multinational HR agency, 94% of employers confess to a glaring absence of in-house professionals essential for realizing their ESG objectives. This shortfall is particularly noteworthy in light of the market and legislative…
Seasonal fashion has an irresistible tactile quality. The yarns slide under the fingers with a slight rustle, but they also have a precious and decorative appearance and a refined taste of ancient flavour. They are velvety yarns, chenilles and all variations of “cut” yarns up to the feathery types and the bright and festive fringed…
Barbiecore is impossible to ignore when it comes to “matching sets” for the S/S 24 Pre-Collections. Carolina Herrera and Chanel propose caramel colours while Antonio Marras and Blumarine offer a more floral, romantic take. Veronica Beard proposes pretty, decorated styles in line with the trend, while Off-White features bon-ton checks and stylised designs. Missoni and…
The profound rewrite of womenswear basics also involves the cardigan. For the S/S 24 Pre-Collections, it is almost like an impalpable duster coat for Diesel and Missoni. N°21 proposes mini metallic shimmers, Ermanno Scervino a zipped basic piece and Anna Sui a net-like, wide-sleeved version. While the style is classic, colour adds an injection of…
Regenerative agriculture is certainly in vogue. Industry giants such as Kering and VF Corporation, brands like Armani and Stella McCartney, as well as sustainability-oriented independent labels, have publicly embraced the cause, recognizing the connection between the fashion industry and cotton cultivation systems or forest management for viscose production. In general terms, the expression “regenerative agriculture”…
The exceptional climate changes are conditioning and modifying our lifestyle and the perception we have of textile and non-textile materials. The consumer is aware that human resources, time and materials are in difficulty. New values and new perspectives arise from the comparison/clash between opposing needs. We need comfort, functionality and aesthetics. Knitwear is therefore making…
