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What does the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) certify?
The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) is a voluntary international program that certifies the entire wool supply chain, from sheep farming to the final production. Its primary goal is to ensure respe...
Read moreMade in Italy and Sustainability: discover why artisan knitwear is a more responsible choice
Made in Italy knitwear boasts a long artisanal tradition deeply rooted in the territory, making each creation unique. Unlike weaving, artisanal knitting is inherently more sustainable as it minimiz...
Read moreFully fashioned knitwear: the signature of craftsmanship
Fully fashioned knitwear is a particularly refined type of knitwear that requires specific craftsmanship skills. Knitwear is worked using a special technique that allows the creation of pieces with...
Read moreNice to meet you, Festina Lente
We met Marta: the founder of Festina Lente and the artisan behind our new candles and diffusers. We visited her at her atelier in the Isola district of Milan, where she told us how her brand of sus...
Read moreThe Milan District Guide - Cadorna Monti: discover the neighborhood of our store
Branching off from our store in the heart of Milan, the neighborhood's streets offer attractions of all kinds. This guide brings together all the places we care about - among museums, bars and shop...
Read moreThe guide to our knitting stitches
Do you know the difference between a plain, ribbed, or interlock knit? Take a look at our guide to learn more about the different textures in our selection.
Read moreWhat's the Life Cycle Assessment? Discover how we measure the environmental footprint of our pieces
A Life Cycle Assessment is a systematic process used to evaluate the environmental impacts of a product through its life cycle. This methodology allows us to gain and share detailed information abo...
Read more4 myths to debunk about Organic Cotton
Organic cotton refers to cotton grown according to the principles of organic farming, a cultivation method without the use of synthetic pesticides harmful to the environment, and without the use of...
Read moreWhat’s the problem with microplastics?
Microplastics have been accumulating in our environment for decades, causing harm to ecosystems, animals and people.
Read moreThe crisis of craftsmanship and traceability in fashion
Supplanted by fast fashion, local and artisanal fashion production has declined dramatically, putting at risk traditions, crafts and small workshops and businesses. Related to the decrease in artis...
Read moreWhy is wool a more responsible choice?
Sustainability of wool represents a tangible example of how the textile industry can embrace responsible practices to preserve the environment and ensure ethical production. This natural fiber, obt...
Read moreDiscover our three Merino Wool yarns
These are all 100% Merino Wool yarns, a particularly fine and valuable wool that comes from Australian Merino sheep. It is a renewable material that is easily recyclable and biodegradable. Each of ...
Read moreColoring responsibly: the world of natural dyes
Natural dyes can have various origins: plant-based, animal-based, mineral-based, and some can even be derived from fungi, bacteria, lichens, or food waste.
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