Thread Horizons: Unraveling Tomorrow's Sustainable Fashion

In the bustling canvas of Premier Vision, Paris, our journey into the future of fashion unfolded. A pivotal moment emerged at a conference on renewable resources, shining a spotlight on the revolutionary strides in recycled wool, especially in the realm of Manteco, a trailblazer in the recycling industry.

Manteco's Legacy: Crafting Fashion from Resilience: Born from the post-war resilience near Naples in 1941, Manteco began by weaving stories into recycled wool, transforming military surplus into high-quality blankets and clothing.

Example: [Manteco's Sustainable Odyssey](https://www.manteco.com/): Explore Manteco's ongoing saga of sustainability, epitomized by MWool®, their groundbreaking recycled wool.

Recycling Realities with Manteco: Christian Layolle, the sustainable innovations consultant at Manteco, unravelled the complexities of recycling, distinguishing between "downcycling" and "functional recycling." Their latest creation, MWool®, seamlessly blends the luxuriance of virgin wool with an eco-friendly twist.

Example: [MWool® - Fashion's Green Frontier](https://www.manteco.com/products/mwool/): Dive into the universe of MWool®, where recycled wool redefines fashion without compromising on quality or sustainability.

Eco IQ: Calculating Choices for Tomorrow: Amidst questions from a visionary designer, Marco Mantellassi, President of Manteco, echoed the need to transcend material choices. The true measure of sustainability, he asserted, lies in embracing a circular perspective and scrutinising every aspect of a product's life cycle.

Beyond Fabrics: Unveiling the Whole Sustainability Canvas: Marco Mantellassi extended the discourse, emphasizing that sustainability goes beyond fabric selection. Whether it's the chemical treatments, water usage, or energy consumption, every production nuance influences a product's ecological footprint.

Green Wisdom: Crafting Tomorrow, One Thread at a Time: Reflecting on our journey, it's clear that recycling isn't a one-size-fits-all endeavor. The allure lies not just in the origin of materials but in the dance between functional and downcycling. Understanding the design process becomes a compass, guiding meticulous tests and calculations to ensure a sustainable legacy.

References:

- [Manteco's Sustainability Saga](https://impact-report.pangaia.com/people)

- [Premier Vision's Glimpse into Recycled Wool](https://www.premierevision.com/fr/magazine/talk-ressources-renouvelables-dernieres-decouvertes-scientifiques-sur-la-laine-recyclee-et-apercu-du-marche-des-materiaux-dormants/)

Article by: Anda Dum