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Citizen joins the Leather Working Group

Watchmaker Citizen has become a member of the Leather Working Group (LWG) to promote the use of sustainable leather. LWG is an international non-profit organisation comprised of tanneries, traders, suppliers, technical experts, as well as brands and retailers. The group is dedicated to conserving the natural environment and providing consumers...

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Leather Working Group to launch innovative chain of custody project at member conference

Leather Working Group (LWG) will launch the first phase of the LWG Chain of Custody Project at the LWG Member Conference on September 22, 2022. A project that aims to drive transparency and provide a mechanism for verified green claims. Globally, LWG is aware of the urgent need for products, with robust green credentials. Markets for leather...

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Leather Working Group offers support to leather manufacturers in Ukraine

In response to the recent conflict, Leather Working Group (LWG) offers its full support to its LWG member companies based in Ukraine. As a multi-stakeholder organization, LWG has members all over the globe and we therefore have a responsibility to support our members in different regions in times of crisis, be it environmental, humanitarian or...

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Leather Naturally and Leather Working Group join forces

Two major leather industry membership not-for-profits, Leather Naturally and Leather Working Group, agree to closer working practices through reciprocal membership We are pleased to announce the reciprocal membership agreement between Leather Naturally and Leather Working Group, that will lead to both industry non-profits working more...

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Cheaney x Barbour: Re-Loved capsule collection

As a brand synonymous with British luxury and lifestyle and crafters of the iconic waxed cotton jacket, Barbour have continued to be one of the most revered makers of durable outerwear worn by a diverse range of customers, from motorcyclists to the monarchy. Both Barbour and Cheaney have rich history and heritage, handcrafting garments and...

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Levi's releases eco-conscious boot with The Woolmark Company

Levi’s has introduced a sustainable boot in collaboration with The Woolmark Company. Named the Torsten Quilted boot, Levi’s claims that the boot has a lower environmental impact. Made with Merino wool, the focus of the boot is on its sustainability and continued high level of performance. Merino wool is a 100 percent natural, renewable,...

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GREYDER LAB AW21 Collection - Made of new innovative materials like cactus leather

YES, the sustainable footwear fashion brand of this moment GREYDER L A B has launched its first Fall/Winter collection! Although saying goodbye to summer comes a little too soon for some, many are also looking forward to combining their outfits again with different layers that include jackets, long pants and cool high boots of recycled materials...

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Bally uses deadstock fabrics and regenerated materials for SS22 collection

Swiss luxury brand Bally has dedicated the Spring/Summer 2022 collection of its “Art of Utility” line to the future after the pandemic. Apart from elegant looks that are inspired by sportswear and workwear, this also means focusing more on sustainability. Over the past two seasons, “Art of Utility” has been made using GOTS-certified natural...

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KEEN launches Harvest Certified Programme

Leading Footwear Brand Expand Their Detox the Planet Initiative KEEN, Inc. (KEEN), the global footwear brand on a mission to make the outside inclusive and accessible to all, today announced it will expand its Detox the Planet Initiative with the debut of the KEEN Harvest Certified Programme, a tiered programme designed to reduce industrial...

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Sustainable sneakers are shaking up the footwear market

A new era of sustainable footwear is shaking up the sneaker market with innovative fabrics, circular production and high quality craftsmanship. WAYZ, a Portuguese footwear brand based Porto, makes sneakers using solely local producers and ethical factories that source eco materials. The brand, which stands for Wave At Your Zest for Life, is...

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LLOYD Shoes presents sustainability capsules made of marine plastic

The Sulingen company is presenting a sustainability capsule collection for men and women for the coming autumn/winter season. The capsule includes material from recycled marine plastic and from land sources. In this context, LLOYD has joined the SEAQUAL INITIATIVE, which works with NGOs, fishermen, researchers, scientists and authorities who...

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Vagabond Shoemakers to focus on reducing emissions

Swedish footwear brand Vagabond Shoemakers is looking to reduce emissions “going forward” following the release of its sustainability report for 2020. Last year the brand said in the wake of the pandemic it focused on breaking down its value chain to better apply its sustainability activities to each company function. This evaluation work was...