The fact that a fabric is more or less wrinkled depends on the nature of its fibers, and the way the fabric is made. A quick reminder on the different types of fibers: Generally speaking, knitted fabrics (such as jersey) wrinkle less than woven fabrics... Continue reading
Merino wool is primarily sought after for the quality of its fibers. They does not sting. It is perfect to face winter since it has thermoregulatory properties and its scaly surface has anti-bacterial properties capable of neutralizing odors. The keratin present in merino wool destroys... Continue reading
This week we are participating in Fashion Revolution Week. From April 19 to April 25, the association works to raise awareness about the impact the fashion industry can have on the ecology and to ask the right questions about where our clothes come from. Co-founded... Continue reading
The confinement, the free time available and the closed stores have meant that we have changed our habits, including our beauty routine. If that’s the case for you too, we invite you to read and try out these great, easy-to-make recipes! My grandmother always told me:... Continue reading
Flax, hemp and Tencel® are the most sustainable materials currently available on the market. A garment made with these materials has a very low environmental impact compared to other natural materials and synthetic fibers. Organic linen 1. During its cultivation: Flax doesn’t need... Continue reading
At a time when everything seems to be accelerating, new clothing collections are released sooner than ever and rapidly distributed in stores. Yet our clothes are made more and more far away. Nowadays, consumers don’t even have the time to ask where their clothes... Continue reading
Hemp is a natural and fully biodegradable natural fiber. It is the ultimate ecological plant in its culture as in its transformation. Just like linen, its transformation is mechanical. It grows without fertilizers or pesticides and the plant is naturally very resistant to parasites... Continue reading
In this article, We are going to tell you about the eco-friendly brand FREITAG that made us want to create AVANI. The history of the brand began in Zurich in 1993, when graphic designers Markus and Daniel Freitag were looking for a resistant and... Continue reading
Natural fibers (linen, hemp, cotton, wool, cashmere, silk, etc.) and artificial fibers (tencel, modal, viscose) are derived from natural raw materials of animal or plant origin. The difference between the latter is their transformation: natural fibers are transformed mechanically and artificial fibers are transformed using... Continue reading
The textile industry is the second most polluting industry in the world after oil and ironically today more than 70% of our clothes are made of synthetic fibers. The best known are polyester, elastane and acrylic. They are manufactured by chemical synthesis of 2 components... Continue reading