Invented in 1958, lycra is still around today. This synthetic fibre is now part of an eco-responsible movement.
What does it really involve ?
Lycra is now developing into the same material as before with less impact. Indeed, some of the fibres are recycled, from fabric scraps, or plastic bottles.
The aim is to continue to have all the advantages of Lycra while greatly reducing the impact of textiles on the planet.
Why do we choose it?
Thanks to its elasticity, lycra remains a manageable and comfortable fibre when worn, especially when blended.
This labeling allows us to be assured of the quality of the fiber and to promote a sustainable initiative as we do.
Managed by the International Organization for Standardization – ISO – the 14001 standard certifies that a company is sustainably managed. What does it really involve? The company must follow a series of standards to certify that its management is environmentally friendly. Every sector of activity is concerned and the goal is to have long term …
Founded in 1924, Loro Piana is an Italian company, leader in cashmere. What does it really involve ? Since its beginnings, the company has favoured the rarest woollens and has built up a solid reputation. She found “baby cashmere” from China and Mongolia, Merino wool from Australia and New Zealand. The company is known for …
Developed by an independent organization, the Good Cashmere Standard aims to improve the welfare of cashmere goats. What does it really involve ? This standard is based on three founding principles: the animal welfare of the Cashmere goats, the support of the farmers for their families and their farms and last but not least the …
Called GOTS, this standard verifies the entire textile supply chain: “from field to garment”. What does it really involve? All stages are thus checked to enable the consumer to buy responsibly. Because a GOTS-certified garment must contain at least 70% of fibres from certified organisations. The first step concerns the farmers. They have to pay …
Lycra
Invented in 1958, lycra is still around today. This synthetic fibre is now part of an eco-responsible movement.
What does it really involve ?
Lycra is now developing into the same material as before with less impact. Indeed, some of the fibres are recycled, from fabric scraps, or plastic bottles.
The aim is to continue to have all the advantages of Lycra while greatly reducing the impact of textiles on the planet.
Why do we choose it?
Thanks to its elasticity, lycra remains a manageable and comfortable fibre when worn, especially when blended.
This labeling allows us to be assured of the quality of the fiber and to promote a sustainable initiative as we do.
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