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Dalia Benefatto: A scientific approach to textiles leads to great discoveries

Dalia Benefatto: A scientific approach to textiles leads to great discoveries

From discovering ozone in Turkey with Wrangler, to creating performance denim lines using cosmetic oils, Dalia Benefatto has approached the industry through the curious vision of a chemist. She tells students that they have power to shape the future, and hopes that one day our garments will follow nature’s cycle - even ending up as fertiliser, instead of landfill.   What are the biggest issues you see in...

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30 March 2021
Marc Meijers: Innovation and true sustainability are too often not the top priority Marc Meijers: Innovation and true sustainability are too often not the top priority
The CEO of DenimX has seen a change in mindset since he started the upcycling business. Consumers and manufacturers are increasingly looking for products and materials that communicate a story. Imperfections are valued because they show the item has been made through a sustainable process.
25 March 2021
Imogen Nulty: Denim is key to longevity so we’ve focused on the perfect fabrics Imogen Nulty: Denim is key to longevity so we’ve focused on the perfect fabrics
The pandemic has taught us we can manage with less, says the denim design manager at Scotch & Soda. The Dutch retailer is investing in its higher-volume items, as these have the biggest impact, and is in the process of reworking its denim essentials to make all fabrics and washes ‘responsible’.
23 March 2021
Wouter Munnichs: Creative online content is more important than ever Wouter Munnichs: Creative online content is more important than ever
The man behind the Long John denim blog is advising brands, mills and stores on new ways to reach their audiences, with many shops temporarily closed because of the pandemic.
16 March 2021
Luca Braschi: Translating the vision on to the canvas Luca Braschi: Translating the vision on to the canvas
Now is a good time to explore new areas of finishing and develop novel techniques, according to Luca Braschi from denim consultancy Blue Alchemy.
10 March 2021
Andrea Venier: The road to create new products is paved with failures, but we love the challenge Andrea Venier: The road to create new products is paved with failures, but we love the challenge
The managing director of Italy-based chemicals company Officina+39 has witnessed its customers rethink business models and investigate new technologies and innovations.
18 February 2021
Mohsin Sajid: If I’ve helped even one designer become a creative director, I’ve done my job Mohsin Sajid: If I’ve helped even one designer become a creative director, I’ve done my job
Mohsin Sajid has worked as a denim designer and consultant for 20 years. In recent years he has added lecturer and tutor to his list of roles.
11 February 2021
James Bartle: The denim industry can lead life-transforming, generational change James Bartle: The denim industry can lead life-transforming, generational change
James Bartle, CEO of Australia’s Outland Denim, believes manufacturers and brands should put competition aside to tackle the industry’s big problems...
27 January 2021
IN Srihari Balakrishnan: We provided free food and shelter for workers during the pandemic Srihari Balakrishnan: We provided free food and shelter for workers during the pandemic
The managing director of denim producer KG Fabriks believes upskilled workers can...
08 January 2021
Fabio Adami Dalla Val: The Pandemic has highlighted the importance of connection Fabio Adami Dalla Val: The Pandemic has highlighted the importance of connection
The show manager of Denim Première Vision explains how his team has had to adapt to make sure that the vital relationships between exhibitors and buyers can flourish in difficult circumstances.
16 December 2020
Andrew Olah: Bad behaviour plagues the industry and we don’t think it’s right Andrew Olah: Bad behaviour plagues the industry and we don’t think it’s right
The Transformers Foundation’s first in-depth report identifies why brands, retailers and importers felt they could walk away from their commitments to denim suppliers...
17 November 2020
Rui Lima: Fashion could learn from innovative mills and laundries Rui Lima: Fashion could learn from innovative mills and laundries
The design consultant thinks supply chain partnerships show how investment and research pays off when it comes to transforming the way jeans are made.
04 November 2020
Ruby Chahal: Creating a better future starts with design Ruby Chahal: Creating a better future starts with design
Ruby Chahal, menswear’s design lead on special private brands at Amazon, accepts pricing pressures from are always going to be a big issue when consumers...
29 October 2020
Anne Oudard: Beware #covidwashing on jeans Anne Oudard: Beware #covidwashing on jeans
The French designer would love to see the end of oil-based material in the denim industry...
22 October 2020
Tricia Carey: The financial burden should not lie with the supply chain Tricia Carey: The financial burden should not lie with the supply chain
Lenzing Fibre’s director of global business development explains how Carved in Blue has grown beyond a blog to become a tool for connecting the industry...
15 October 2020
Claire Ford: We strive to help the most vulnerable workers Claire Ford: We strive to help the most vulnerable workers
The director of Claire Ford Consultancy and head designer for Outland Denim tells us how designing for sustainability is vital...
08 October 2020
Amanda Barnes: Denim Hang is a global celebration of our community Amanda Barnes: Denim Hang is a global celebration of our community
Amanda Barnes, a co-founder of the Global Denim Hang with Clobbercalm’s Ben Woodhouse, tells us how the event showed the generosity, spirit and creativity of the denim community...
01 October 2020
Aamir Shamsi: Recipe for success Aamir Shamsi: Recipe for success
Archroma’s Aamir Shamsi says great results come from strong ‘triangle partnerships’ between brand, mill and supplier.
24 September 2020
Ampelio Dal Lago: Creativity is the driving force Ampelio Dal Lago: Creativity is the driving force
Ampelio Dal Lago (known as Max), AFM’s creative director, says the group’s vertical production set-up helps to bring concepts to life, from fibre to finish.
11 September 2020
Adriano Goldschmied: We have a unique opportunity for radical change Adriano Goldschmied: We have a unique opportunity for radical change
I’ve worked in design and the industry for such a long time...

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