Why Produce New Fabrics? Have You Ever Seen The Mountains Of Unused Fabric Rolls?

The Tuscany region stands out as one of the main producers of fabrics and leather globally, chosen by numerous Italian and French fashion houses for the manufacturing of their raw materials. In every production process, these houses inevitably generate surplus fabrics and leather that go unused and accumulate year after year in “dead inventory.” The Almond Blossom Project aims to transform these fabrics into new bags and clothing instead of resorting to the production of new materials.

3 Steps To A Circular Economy


DISCOVER

We search through hundreds of kilometers of surplus deadstock fabrics and leather made in Italy of the highest quality. We rescue those that, based on their composition and characteristics, are most suitable for our collections.

TRANSFORM

We breathe new life into these fabrics, creating high-quality garments at a price lower than those sold by major fashion houses. We merge UPCYCLING with traditional Tuscan craftsmanship, avoiding industrial processes and contributing to the avoidance of unnecessary CO2 emissions, as the entire process takes place within a few kilometers.

ASSIST

By placing sustainability at the heart of everything we do, we commit to our communities and give back to society through practices that respect both people and the environment.

7 Additional Practices Of Which We Are Also Proud


  1. Sustainable Material Selection:

    We strive to choose environmentally friendly materials, avoiding those with polymers or treated with chemicals. We pay special attention not only to fabrics and leather but also to threads, buttons, closures, and all accessories.

  2. Reduction of Chemical Processes:

    We avoid applying unnecessary chemical processes to our pieces. When these are indispensable, we carry them out in Italian laboratories certified for sustainable processes with the environment.

  3. Promotion of Ethical Labor Practices:

    All our pieces are designed and manufactured in Italy, collaborating with small artisanal laboratories in the Tuscany region. We guarantee fair wages, safe working conditions, and ethical treatment of workers.

  4. Avoidance of Fast Fashion:

    We reject the idea of becoming a Fast Fashion model, encouraging consumers to buy fewer items but of higher quality. We oppose fast fashion and work to avoid excess stock through controlled production.

  5. Zero Waste Practices:

    We adopt “zero waste” design principles, minimizing fabric waste during pattern cutting. We optimize patterns to use fabric efficiently and reduce surplus generation.

  6. Reduction of CO2 Emissions:

    We carry out all our processes in Tuscany, Italy, avoiding unnecessary transportation and contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions. From design to shipping, we seek to minimize our environmental impact.

  7. Environmentally Friendly Packaging:

    We prioritize environmentally friendly packaging for the shipment of our products, using recyclable materials such as cardboard, paper, and biodegradable options like cotton.