NEW: Webinar about the Integrity in Value Chain Investment
More and more companies are working hard to do the right thing, and more consumers are trying to understand the impact of what they are buying. A company's greatest asset is its reputation, whether it is selling to consumers or other businesses. Sustainability claims are not something to be taken lightly. Often, there is an even greater brand risk for those companies willing to begin making the changes their consumers are asking for. In light of this, we'll be hosting a complimentary webinar on Tuesday, January 31, 2012.
Webinar: "Integrity in Value Chain Investment - an overview of the system of standards and strategies necessary to support fiber sustainability claims."
In this webinar, we'll discuss the possible challenges ahead for brands willing to make positive change and we will give an overview of verification strategies, different certification systems and standards and learn the steps a company should follow to ensure that their hard work results in real, positive change.
We'll be hosting our webinar at two different times to make sure as many people as possible are able to join. After registering, you'll receive a confirmation email.
Tuesday, January 31 at 1.00 PM - 2.00 PM GMT
Title: Integrity in Value Chain Investment
Date: Tuesday, January 31
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM GMT
8:00am US Eastern
1:00pm London
2:00pm Amsterdam
6:00pm Mumbai
9:00pm Hong Kong
Reserve your spot for the 1:00 - 2:00 PM GMT Webinar now at:
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Tuesday, January 31 at 2.00 - 3.00 PM EST
Title: Integrity in Value Chain Investment
Date: January 31, 2012
Time: 2:00 - 3:00 EST
2:00pm US Eastern time
1:00pm US Central time
11:00am US Pacific time
Reserve your spot for the 2:00 - 3:00 EST Webinar now at:
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woensdag 18 januari 2012
donderdag 22 december 2011
100% ECO-FRIENDLY BAGS
WE MAKE IT COOL BABY who says eco-fashion is only for sunflower seed eating green gurus? No, Maude & Thilda are on a mission to make it edgy, loud, playful, feminin (or not) and hyper cool, darling... their aim is to seduce people with our fashionable creations to start using tote bags instead of plastic bags and to change the world in small steps.
All the bags are made eco-friendly. They are made of 100% unbleached and undyed heavy natural cotton canvas, printed by hand and using only environment friendly inks.
PS: Did you know that the world uses more than 1.2 trillion plastic bags every year? 1 million plastic bags are used every minute. An adult uses on average 300 plastic bags a year and most of them are only used for 12 minutes before they get thrown away again. We're just sayin'...
woensdag 21 december 2011
The Green Fashion Competition Finalists
The jury has had an extremely tough job selecting the finalists this season. 40 entrepreneurs
from over the globe were shortlisted and each submitted a business
plan and designs. The level of the submissions was exceptional and it has been truly
inspirational to see how fashion & biodiversity can go hand-in-hand!
Introducing the Jury
Lonneke Engel - Founder of Organice Your Life, Ambassador
Paul Vetter – Representative from the Dutch Ministry of
Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation
Christope Mollet – Founder of Head-On Agency
Manolo Marquez – Senior Banker ABN AMRO
Georgette Koning – Fashion Journalist
Tony Tonnaer – Founder of Kings of Indigo
Wijnand Broer – Deputy Director at CREM
Category 1 finalists:
Studio JUX
Jury comments: “This brand clearly addresses biodiversity issues in the fashion industry and provides a very good overview of materials used, related certifications and sourcing locations. The designs are modern, and simple but interesting enough not to bore. The playful and colourful designs are striking.” The jury believe that this company can have a true impact on the communication of green labels and a that it has a thorough understanding of biodiversity and sustainability in general, the business plan even included a Life cycle analysis of CO2 emissions. “The business plan reads that the brand means ‘Fun’ in German. We would not be surprised if it means ‘Sustainable’ in Nepalese.”
L’Herbe Rouge
Jury comments: “L’Herbe Rouge shows a clear understanding of the impacts of materials and processes on biodiversity. The designs are both refreshing and sober. Clothes are clean cut and minimalistic and are made of recycled yarn and organic cotton. The pieces are well connected and the brand already has a good track record. The knowledge of biodiversity is translated into the right decisions on design and materials, of which the dyes from organic grapes should definitely be mentioned!”
SPRB
Jury comments: “This label stands for its raw aesthetic. The eye-catching knits are highly fashionable, comfortable and enriched with handcraft details. Designs are made by hand, using local production and organic cotton and natural dyes. This plan has a lot going for it.” The jury like the creative spirit tainted by true craftsmanship behind the label. “The label claims that their products are multifunctional and that you can even
wear them upside down. It would be interesting to see if this is true, or if it means walking on your hands.”
STAT Divisions
Jury comments: “STAT Division has a very beautiful philosophy and its designs are characterized by Feminine, nautical and sporty elements. Important to note is the use of luxurious fabrics and the avoidance of haberdasheries. The brand has a clear vision of sustainability and biodiversity. The concept of biodiversity is well understood and explained, biodiversity-friendly choices are clear and the plan is easy to read.”
Photography by Menno Vermeulen, 9meter.nl
Category 2 finalists:
Oh my bag
Jury comments: “This labels presents accessories that are classical with a slightly fashionable twist. The used materials are very well sourced, and give the designs the must-have factor. The plan is well thought through with a clear vision on sustainability and is also feasible from an operational point of view.” One jury member said: “It would be a great way to end your life as a retired Indian cow. I would be interested in buying the bag based on the story alone, even though I don’t need a bag.”
Carrie Parry
Jury comments: “This label launches modern clothes with a nonchalant touch, which are for a sophisticated and conscious target market. The plan displays a sound knowledge on sustainability issues and biodiversity, including the right choice of materials and a strong supply chain focus. Sustainability is thoroughly integrated in the work of the company by means of a clear mission, values and guiding principles on sustainability.”
Zaida Adriana Goveo Balmaseda
Jury comments: “The focus in this collection lies on the outspoken use of handcrafted materials. Fabrics are hand-dyed and quilted and knits are made from hand-spun yarns. This in combination with multifunctional designs make the label really exiting. The business plan shows a good knowledge of sustainability issues and covers more than just the right choice of materials. Like the designer says: ‘It’s more than the clothes, my work should be a catalyst for positive change.’”
Narelle Dore
Jury comments: “This label presents a niche market product with strong focus on an artisanal approach and internal motivations. People that buy this product will probably never throw it away. Use of sustainable materials and a low energy production by hand completes the picture for biodiversity. The label presents without a doubt one of the most experimental collections. Dresses and tops are constructed from kilometres of woollen yarn. The colour palette is soft and subtle. Though the designs remind us of the flapper dresses from the twenties, they are at the same time fresh and avant-garde”
Next steps
The eight finalists will receive their personal feedback and guidance to make their business plan and pitch their concepts to the judges. At the finals of The Green Fashion Competition they will show three outfits on the catwalk during Amsterdam Fashion Week 25-29 January 2012.
All of the workshops that took place can now be viewed online by clicking here. Topics covered are biodiveristy and the relation to raw materials, water, chemicals and land, writing a business plan, networking and materials an innovation. with a great thanks to: CREM, ALTERRA, ALTERRA ILRI, MODINT, TEXTILE EXCHANGE, KICI, KVK, PWC, GOED&GROEN, RABOBANK, MADE-BY, V2 and BY-WIRE.NET.
from over the globe were shortlisted and each submitted a business
plan and designs. The level of the submissions was exceptional and it has been truly
inspirational to see how fashion & biodiversity can go hand-in-hand!
Introducing the Jury
Lonneke Engel - Founder of Organice Your Life, Ambassador
Paul Vetter – Representative from the Dutch Ministry of
Economic Affairs, Agriculture and Innovation
Christope Mollet – Founder of Head-On Agency
Manolo Marquez – Senior Banker ABN AMRO
Georgette Koning – Fashion Journalist
Tony Tonnaer – Founder of Kings of Indigo
Wijnand Broer – Deputy Director at CREM
Category 1 finalists:
Studio JUX
Jury comments: “This brand clearly addresses biodiversity issues in the fashion industry and provides a very good overview of materials used, related certifications and sourcing locations. The designs are modern, and simple but interesting enough not to bore. The playful and colourful designs are striking.” The jury believe that this company can have a true impact on the communication of green labels and a that it has a thorough understanding of biodiversity and sustainability in general, the business plan even included a Life cycle analysis of CO2 emissions. “The business plan reads that the brand means ‘Fun’ in German. We would not be surprised if it means ‘Sustainable’ in Nepalese.”
L’Herbe Rouge
Jury comments: “L’Herbe Rouge shows a clear understanding of the impacts of materials and processes on biodiversity. The designs are both refreshing and sober. Clothes are clean cut and minimalistic and are made of recycled yarn and organic cotton. The pieces are well connected and the brand already has a good track record. The knowledge of biodiversity is translated into the right decisions on design and materials, of which the dyes from organic grapes should definitely be mentioned!”
SPRB
Jury comments: “This label stands for its raw aesthetic. The eye-catching knits are highly fashionable, comfortable and enriched with handcraft details. Designs are made by hand, using local production and organic cotton and natural dyes. This plan has a lot going for it.” The jury like the creative spirit tainted by true craftsmanship behind the label. “The label claims that their products are multifunctional and that you can even
wear them upside down. It would be interesting to see if this is true, or if it means walking on your hands.”
STAT Divisions
Jury comments: “STAT Division has a very beautiful philosophy and its designs are characterized by Feminine, nautical and sporty elements. Important to note is the use of luxurious fabrics and the avoidance of haberdasheries. The brand has a clear vision of sustainability and biodiversity. The concept of biodiversity is well understood and explained, biodiversity-friendly choices are clear and the plan is easy to read.”
Photography by Menno Vermeulen, 9meter.nl
Category 2 finalists:
Oh my bag
Jury comments: “This labels presents accessories that are classical with a slightly fashionable twist. The used materials are very well sourced, and give the designs the must-have factor. The plan is well thought through with a clear vision on sustainability and is also feasible from an operational point of view.” One jury member said: “It would be a great way to end your life as a retired Indian cow. I would be interested in buying the bag based on the story alone, even though I don’t need a bag.”
Carrie Parry
Jury comments: “This label launches modern clothes with a nonchalant touch, which are for a sophisticated and conscious target market. The plan displays a sound knowledge on sustainability issues and biodiversity, including the right choice of materials and a strong supply chain focus. Sustainability is thoroughly integrated in the work of the company by means of a clear mission, values and guiding principles on sustainability.”
Zaida Adriana Goveo Balmaseda
Jury comments: “The focus in this collection lies on the outspoken use of handcrafted materials. Fabrics are hand-dyed and quilted and knits are made from hand-spun yarns. This in combination with multifunctional designs make the label really exiting. The business plan shows a good knowledge of sustainability issues and covers more than just the right choice of materials. Like the designer says: ‘It’s more than the clothes, my work should be a catalyst for positive change.’”
Narelle Dore
Jury comments: “This label presents a niche market product with strong focus on an artisanal approach and internal motivations. People that buy this product will probably never throw it away. Use of sustainable materials and a low energy production by hand completes the picture for biodiversity. The label presents without a doubt one of the most experimental collections. Dresses and tops are constructed from kilometres of woollen yarn. The colour palette is soft and subtle. Though the designs remind us of the flapper dresses from the twenties, they are at the same time fresh and avant-garde”
Next steps
The eight finalists will receive their personal feedback and guidance to make their business plan and pitch their concepts to the judges. At the finals of The Green Fashion Competition they will show three outfits on the catwalk during Amsterdam Fashion Week 25-29 January 2012.
All of the workshops that took place can now be viewed online by clicking here. Topics covered are biodiveristy and the relation to raw materials, water, chemicals and land, writing a business plan, networking and materials an innovation. with a great thanks to: CREM, ALTERRA, ALTERRA ILRI, MODINT, TEXTILE EXCHANGE, KICI, KVK, PWC, GOED&GROEN, RABOBANK, MADE-BY, V2 and BY-WIRE.NET.
donderdag 15 december 2011
Xmass shopping + drinks night @ Charlie + Mary
WITH HUGE DISCOUNTS FOR OUR FRIENDS!!!
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WITH HUGE DISCOUNTS FOR OUR FRIENDS!!!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
You're invited for some exclusive Xmass shopping on Monday Dec 19th. Come and join us on this cozy pre-sale night. There's discounts up to 40% on selected items. And an extra 10% for our Charlie + Mary friends on this night only!
Monday December 19th
6pm-9pm
Charlie + Mary conceptstore, Gerard Doustraat 84, Amsterdam
maandag 21 november 2011
SheSuit stylish and durable
A suit never disappears out of fashion, SheSuit designs stylish design for women. In order to develop a sustainable collection they use Lea Silk. The silk is exclusively hand-woven and is known for its brilliant color. Furthermore, no toxic chemicals and industrial machinery are used in the process.
Lea Silk is produced in the village of Ban Reng Khai,Thailand. In 2001, by the Dutch artist and textile specialist Leah Laarakker Dinjan the 'Ban Reng Khai Foundation'. The organization is a non-profit company that helps develop hand-made silk fabrics and sold through direct sales in Thailand and beyond.
The summer collection SheSuit can now be viewd in the showroom of M*PR.
Lea Silk is produced in the village of Ban Reng Khai,Thailand. In 2001, by the Dutch artist and textile specialist Leah Laarakker Dinjan the 'Ban Reng Khai Foundation'. The organization is a non-profit company that helps develop hand-made silk fabrics and sold through direct sales in Thailand and beyond.
The summer collection SheSuit can now be viewd in the showroom of M*PR.
donderdag 17 november 2011
Source4Style has some exciting news to share with you.
After a year in Beta, Source4Style will be launching its 2.0 site. The new platform will feature more materials, a brand new trends section and a pretty big facelift to make it even easier to search and source the best sustainable materials from around the globe.
Our Premium Level Membership for designers will give you access to direct-from-supplier pricing on all materials in the growing marketplace, complimentary trend reports, sustainability certifications & materials tests downloads and much more.
If you've visited Source4Style as of yesterday, you'll notice we have replaced the site with a Coming Soon message meaning that we are on the homestretch to launching this exciting new phase for Source4Style.
Go ahead and visit Source4Style at www.source4style.com to get a discount code of $100 off a Premium Level Designer Membership, giving you access to all of the above benefits and exclusive partnership discounts.
Simply sign up on the site and share on your social networks.
Our Premium Level Membership for designers will give you access to direct-from-supplier pricing on all materials in the growing marketplace, complimentary trend reports, sustainability certifications & materials tests downloads and much more.
If you've visited Source4Style as of yesterday, you'll notice we have replaced the site with a Coming Soon message meaning that we are on the homestretch to launching this exciting new phase for Source4Style.
Go ahead and visit Source4Style at www.source4style.com to get a discount code of $100 off a Premium Level Designer Membership, giving you access to all of the above benefits and exclusive partnership discounts.
Simply sign up on the site and share on your social networks.
dinsdag 8 november 2011
Meet Your Scarf by Elsien Gringhuis
Amsterdam International Fashion Week designer, winner of the Green Fashion Competition, Elsien Gringhuis has designed a 100% cotton fair trade certified scarf. A special project in collaboration with Charlie+Mary.
'Meet Your Scarf'
Charlie+Mary are well known for selecting true sustainable fashion labels from designers to beautiful vintage pieces. The duo has a concept store with its own web shop offering worldwide shipping. Passionate about our environment, researching under what conditions and guidelines all are made. For “Meet your Scarf” project, Charlie & Mary went to Gujarat in India following the whole process from the cotton-fields to the factory, the making of from a to z.
Elsien Gringhuis designed an extra long scarf wearable on both sides in pepper green and saxony blue. Eco friendly with 100% fair trade certified cotton.
The scarf is available on- and offline at Charlie+Mary, London’ 69 B Broadway Market and Germany’s Zuendstoff
maandag 7 november 2011
SYMPOSIUM TEXTIELCOMMISSIE NEDERLAND
DUURZAAMHEID EN TEXTIEL
Datum: donderdag 17 november 2011
Locatie: Saxion Hogeschool
Op 17 november 2011 wordt door Stichting Textielcommissie Nederland een symposium georganiseerd over Duurzaamheid en Textiel.
Textiel is een massaproduct en wegwerpartikel geworden. Het produceren van textiel vergt
enorme hoeveelheden water, energie en chemicaliën. Jaarlijks gooien we 235 miljoen kilo
textiel weg. Deze afvalberg vervuilt de lucht en het grondwater. Het roer moet om. Duurzame
textiel staat daarom momenteel volop in de belangstelling. Maar wat is echt duurzaam, welke
productiemethodes en materialen zijn nu werkelijk milieu- en mensvriendelijk?
enorme hoeveelheden water, energie en chemicaliën. Jaarlijks gooien we 235 miljoen kilo
textiel weg. Deze afvalberg vervuilt de lucht en het grondwater. Het roer moet om. Duurzame
textiel staat daarom momenteel volop in de belangstelling. Maar wat is echt duurzaam, welke
productiemethodes en materialen zijn nu werkelijk milieu- en mensvriendelijk?
Tine Luyt, coördinator van het Project Duurzaam Hoger Onderwijs/Mode, is de eerste spreekster. Het project beoogt via de website ‘Modebewust.nu’ Maatschappelijk Verantwoord Ondernemen (MVO) en ontwikkelingen in de modebranche en het modeonderwijs toegankelijk te maken voor studenten, organisaties, bedrijven, opleidingen en andere geïnteresseerden.
Gerrit Bouwhuis, docent en researcher Creatieve Technologie aan de Saxion Hogeschool
heeft een voorbehandelingsproces voor katoen op basis van enzymen ontwikkeld en vertelt hoe hiermee aanzienlijk op water en energie kan worden bespaard.
www.saxion.nl
heeft een voorbehandelingsproces voor katoen op basis van enzymen ontwikkeld en vertelt hoe hiermee aanzienlijk op water en energie kan worden bespaard.
www.saxion.nl
Dorien Derksen, manager research, development en productie van Rubia Natural Colours,
onderzoekt de mogelijkheden en ontwikkelt de processen om, met behulp van de rode kleurstof
alizarine uit meekrap, 100% natuurlijke verfstoffen te maken.
www.rubiapigmentanaturalia.nl
onderzoekt de mogelijkheden en ontwikkelt de processen om, met behulp van de rode kleurstof
alizarine uit meekrap, 100% natuurlijke verfstoffen te maken.
www.rubiapigmentanaturalia.nl
In het kader van recycling is er in de lunchpauze een textielruil waarbij iedere deelnemer
één stuk textiel, in goede conditie uit eigen kast, kan aanbieden om onderling te ruilen. Daarnaast biedt de Saxion Hogeschool een rondleiding aan over de afdeling Technische Commerciële Textielkunde.
één stuk textiel, in goede conditie uit eigen kast, kan aanbieden om onderling te ruilen. Daarnaast biedt de Saxion Hogeschool een rondleiding aan over de afdeling Technische Commerciële Textielkunde.
Na de pauze licht Annette Schümer, medeoprichter van BiomimicryNL, de wetenschap toe die zich, op zoek naar nieuwe uitvindingen, laat inspireren door de techniek van de biologie. Annette laat voorbeelden zien van duurzame, op de natuur geïnspireerde textiel. www.biomimicry.org
Anton Luiken, project-manager van Texperium, het open innovatiecentrum voor hoogwaardige herverwerking van textiel, vertelt over het herwinnen van vezels uit consumententextiel om daarmee producten met een hogere toegevoegde waarde te maken, dus geen recycling, maar upcycling.
www.texperium.eu
www.texperium.eu
De dag zal worden afgesloten met een kritische nabeschouwing van Ger Brinks, lector Smart Functional Materials aan de Saxion Hogeschool, over de vraag:
‘wat is nu werkelijk duurzame textiel?’
Hierna is er gelegenheid tot het stellen van vragen en discussie.
Het symposium staat onder leiding van dagvoorzitter Annemarie den Dekker, conservator mode en kostuum van het Amsterdam Museum. De werkgroep die de dag georganiseerd heeft is samengesteld uit: Mieke Albers, Ninke Bloemberg, Jolanda Branderhorst, Astrid Hage,
Linda Hanssen, Annette Kipp, Liesbeth van Ravels.
Programma
09.30 - 10.30
Inschrijving en ontvangst met koffie en thee
10.30 - 10.35
Welkom en uitleg over de opleiding
Technische Commerciële Textielkunde aan de Saxion Hogeschool Enschede
Erna Engelen, opleidingscoördinator
10.40 - 10.45
Mededelingen Textielcommissie Nederland
Loan Oei, voorzitter Textielcommissie Nederland
10.50 - 10.55
Inleiding op het programma door de dagvoorzitter
Annemarie den Dekker, conservator mode en kostuum Amsterdam Museum
11.00 - 11.20
Duurzame ontwikkelingen in de mode
Tine Luyt, coördinator Modebewust.nu, Duurzaam Hoger Mode- en Textielonderwijs
11.25 - 11.45
Een milieu- en energiebesparende voorbehandeling van katoen
Gerrit Bouwhuis, docent en researcher Creatieve Technologie, Saxion Hogeschool Enschede
11.50 - 12.15
Het ontwikkelen en toepassen van meekrap als biologische verfstof
Dorien Derksen, manager research, development en productie Rubia Natural Colours
12.15 - 12.25
Gelegenheid tot het stellen van vragen
12.30 - 14.30
Lunch met textielruil en rondleiding door de afdeling
Technische Commerciële Textielkunde van de Saxion Hogeschool
14.30 - 14.50
Biomimicry - duurzame textiel geïnspireerd op de natuur
Annette Schümer, BiomimicryNL
14.55 - 15.15
Textielrecycling, nut en noodzaak
Anton Luiken, project-manager Texperium
15.20 - 15.40
Nabeschouwing duurzame textiel
Ger Brinks, lector Smart Functional Materials, Saxion Hogeschool Enschede
15.40 - 15.50
Gelegenheid tot vragen en discussie
15.50 - 16.15
Afsluiting met koffie en thee
09.30 - 10.30
Inschrijving en ontvangst met koffie en thee
10.30 - 10.35
Welkom en uitleg over de opleiding
Technische Commerciële Textielkunde aan de Saxion Hogeschool Enschede
Erna Engelen, opleidingscoördinator
10.40 - 10.45
Mededelingen Textielcommissie Nederland
Loan Oei, voorzitter Textielcommissie Nederland
10.50 - 10.55
Inleiding op het programma door de dagvoorzitter
Annemarie den Dekker, conservator mode en kostuum Amsterdam Museum
11.00 - 11.20
Duurzame ontwikkelingen in de mode
Tine Luyt, coördinator Modebewust.nu, Duurzaam Hoger Mode- en Textielonderwijs
11.25 - 11.45
Een milieu- en energiebesparende voorbehandeling van katoen
Gerrit Bouwhuis, docent en researcher Creatieve Technologie, Saxion Hogeschool Enschede
11.50 - 12.15
Het ontwikkelen en toepassen van meekrap als biologische verfstof
Dorien Derksen, manager research, development en productie Rubia Natural Colours
12.15 - 12.25
Gelegenheid tot het stellen van vragen
12.30 - 14.30
Lunch met textielruil en rondleiding door de afdeling
Technische Commerciële Textielkunde van de Saxion Hogeschool
14.30 - 14.50
Biomimicry - duurzame textiel geïnspireerd op de natuur
Annette Schümer, BiomimicryNL
14.55 - 15.15
Textielrecycling, nut en noodzaak
Anton Luiken, project-manager Texperium
15.20 - 15.40
Nabeschouwing duurzame textiel
Ger Brinks, lector Smart Functional Materials, Saxion Hogeschool Enschede
15.40 - 15.50
Gelegenheid tot vragen en discussie
15.50 - 16.15
Afsluiting met koffie en thee
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