Organic cotton

Organic certified cotton has a lower environmental impact than conventional cotton.

We love this natural fibre because it produces fabrics that are soft, strong, breathable, absorbent, hypo-allergenic and easy to care for. In addition, cotton can be recycled and made into new garments.

We source organic cotton fabrics from suppliers specializing in GOTS certified cotton. These are Ecological Textiles from the Netherlands, Lebenskleidung and C-Pauli from Germany.

  • AVANTAGES ENVIRONNEMENTAUX DU COTON

    - Le producteur de coton biologique travaille avec la nature pour construire un sol sain qui stocke le carbone : il émet 46% moins de gaz à effet de serre que le coton non biologique

    - Ils cultivent d'autres cultures à côté du coton, ce qui fournit un approvisionnement alimentaire plus diversifié

    - Biologique Les agriculteurs utiliser des méthodes naturelles comme la rotation des cultures pour lutter contre les ravageurs et les maladies, pas les pesticides et engrais synthétiques dangereux

    - Le coton biologique utilise moins d'eau Pour la croissance. Par conséquent, les rivières, les lacs et l'eau potable restent plus propres car l'utilisation de pesticides et d'engrais dangereux est interdite.

    - Les graines génétiquement modifiées sont interdites dans la culture du coton biologique. Au lieu de cela, les agriculteurs conservent leurs semences année après année pour travailler avec la nature, de manière plus durable

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Organic linen

We are proud to use linen in our collections. This natural fabric has so many positive qualities, no wonder it is one of the oldest textiles. We see linen as the most sustainable fibre. When cared for accordingly, linen can endure years of wear. Flax, the plant that linen is derived from, grows locally in Belgium, France and the Nederlands and is therefore also the most local textile. 

We source organic linen with GOTS certifications from Belgium linen textile producer Libeco.

  • AVANTAGES ENVIRONNEMENTAUX DU LIN BIOLOGIQUE

    - Le lin, la plante à partir de laquelle le lin est fabriqué, est extrêmement polyvalent. Chaque partie de la plante de lin a traditionnellement été utilisée pour créer un produit valable - rien n'est perdu

    - Le lin est un résilient plante, nécessitant peu d'engrais ou de pesticides

    - Lorsqu'il n'est pas teint, le lin est entièrement biodégradable. De plus, de nombreuses cultures de lin conventionnelles sont déjà proches de la norme biologique

    - Naturel les précipitations suffisent pour irriguer Culture européenne du lin.

    - Le lin est un excellent puits de carbone, stockant 400 000 tonnes de CO2 chaque année

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TENCEL™

TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers are a high comfort material manufactured by Lenzing. They are made from wood, a natural renewable raw material sourced from responsibly managed forests and plantations and are manufactured using resource efficient production methods.

Fabrics made with TENCEL™ Lyocell and Modal fibers are naturally soft, smooth to touch and provide long-lasting comfort.

  • TENCEL's positive environmental impact

    TENCEL Lyocell is more environmentally friendly than similar fabrics, though it has a higher impact compared to top-tier options like organic linen or recycled cotton.

    TENCEL requires less energy and water than conventional cotton.

    As a plant-derived fibre, TENCEL is also biodegradable.

    REFIBRA technology combines wood pulp and recycled cotton scraps, further reducing its environmental footprint.

    Unlike rayon and viscose, which are often sourced from endangered forests, TENCEL is made from responsibly sourced wood.

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Organic silk

Silk, cherished for centuries for its luxurious feel and sheen, is one of the oldest fabrics in fashion. Produced by silkworms like the mulberry silkworm (Bombyx mori), each cocoon yields a long, smooth, and lustrous fiber. Lightweight with excellent drape, silk regulates body temperature, offering comfort in various climates, and is hypoallergenic, making it ideal for sensitive skin.

We source organic silk fabrics from GOTS certified supplier Seidentraum based in Germany.

  • Organic silk's positive environmental impact

    Organic silk is made with environmentally friendly practices, using silkworms fed on organic, pesticide-free mulberry leaves. Free from harmful chemicals, organic silk is safer for the wearer and the environment. Organic methods preserve biodiversity, protect soil health, and reduce ecological impact, while also ensuring better animal welfare, though the silkworms are still harvested before maturing.

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Wool

Wool is a 100% natural, renewable and biodegradable fibre and commonly refers to those fibres produced by sheep. However,
not all wool is the same. There are more than 1,000 breeds of sheep across the world which produce different types of wool, used for
various purposes.

We source wool fabrics mainly from dead-stock suppliers in Belgium, France and Germany.

  • Wool's positive environmental impact

    Wool uses 18% less energy than polyester and nearly 70% less water than cotton to produce 100 sweaters. Wool is 100% biodegradable so does not contribute to microplastic pollution in our oceans or land. Merino wool is thermoregulatory, keeping you cool when it’s hot and warm when it’s cool. 100% natural and renewable, wool is the most reused and recyclable apparel fibre on the planet.

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Deadstock fabrics

Deadstock, also called "overstock," "surplus fabric," or "remnants," refers to leftover fabric that can't be used for its original purpose. It may come from brands over-ordering, mills producing incorrect colors or flawed fabric, or cancelled orders. The sustainability of deadstock depends on the material, whether it's cotton, viscose, or others.

At VIMPELOVA, we source "new" deadstock materials, recognizing that so much has already been produced. We carefully choose only natural fibers like cotton, wool, silk, and linen. Our supplier is an Italian brand that closed its doors decades ago and is now gradually selling its remaining stock to select brands.

  • Deadstock's environmental impact

    Independent designers, such as VIMPELOVA, often use deadstock fabric to address fashion waste, making it a more sustainable option than new materials. However, deadstock’s existence highlights deeper issues in the industry, as mills may overproduce, knowing the excess will sell. Transparency is crucial, yet mills aren’t required to disclose why fabric was rejected, leaving brands and consumers uninformed.

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