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Reflecting on an incredible week in Berlin! 🇩🇪✨ We had the privilege of participating in the 202030 – THE BERLIN FASHION SUMMIT - The Berlin Fashion Summit, where we shared the Denim Deal's vision and our exciting plans to establish a German sub-regional hub. The energy and enthusiasm from everyone was truly inspiring! A huge thank you to DAWN Denim for hosting an unforgettable dinner, and bringing together key stakeholders to delve deeper into the Denim Deal's mission. Last week in Berlin was nothing short of fantastic. We're immensely grateful for the overwhelming support and the connections we've made. Together, we're weaving a more circular future for denim. Here's to collaboration, circularity, and the power of blue! 💙👖 Max R. Gilgenmann Marian von Rappard 🧩 Panos Sofianos #DenimDeal #SustainableFashion #BerlinFashionSummit #Collaboration #Innovation #circularity

🌿 Revolutionizing Denim: The Benefits of Mechanical Recycling 🌿 The denim industry is known for its iconic style and durability, but it's also taking strides towards sustainability through mechanical recycling. Here’s why this practice is transforming denim and benefiting our planet: 👉 Reduction of Denim Waste: Mechanical recycling helps divert millions of discarded jeans from landfills. By breaking down old denim and reprocessing it into new fabrics, we significantly reduce the waste footprint of the denim industry. 👉Conservation of Resources: Recycled denim eliminates the need for virgin cotton, a resource-intensive crop. This not only conserves raw materials but also dramatically reduces the water and energy consumption associated with producing new denim. 👉Lower Carbon Footprint: By recycling denim, we minimize the carbon emissions linked to the entire lifecycle of denim production. This effort plays a crucial role in our global fight against climate change. 👉Economic Benefits: Denim recycling creates new business opportunities and jobs in the collection, sorting, and processing of old jeans. It also drives innovation in recycling technologies and sustainable fashion. 👉Enhanced Product Lifecycle: Mechanical recycling extends the life cycle of denim products. Old jeans are transformed into new, high-quality denim fabrics, promoting a circular economy where products are continuously repurposed. 👉Consumer Appeal: Today's consumers are increasingly eco-conscious. To remain relevant, brands will increasingly have to show case genuine efforts towards circularity. Mechanical recycling in denim isn't just a trend—it's a movement towards a more circular, responsible, and innovative fashion industry. Let’s continue to support and invest in practices that pave the way for a circular future in denim. #Sustainability #DenimRecycling #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #FashionInnovation #MechanicalRecycling #circularfuture #SustainableFashion

📣 Announcement: What are your plans this Friday Morning? Join our event "Bridging the Gap with Innovation" In collaboration with Fashion for Good we will be hosting a session focused on presenting the upcoming innovation solution in the space of fashion. The objective is to bridge the gap in some of the biggest challenges we see in building effective reverse supply chain solutions at scale and tackle upcoming legislation. Join us in this very practical approach of brainstorming and sharing ideas. The event will be hosted at House of Denim Foundation at Denim City ( a big shoutout and thank you to them for hosting us and their continuous support towards the Denim Deal). 👖 To register simply follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eUGtHES4 More Details Below: Date/Time: 10:00- 12:00 May 31st 2024 Location: Denim City , Hannie Dankbaarpassage 22, 1053 RT Amsterdam Focus: Bridging the gap with innovation Description:  The Denim Deal will briefly present its initiative and the major gaps that we see in meeting our objectives at scale. It will be followed by 15-minute slots ( 10 m pitch + 5m Questions) for innovators to present their work. Through these pitches we can create visibility on what are some potential solutions to the gaps, brainstorm and share ideas   🤔 The gaps: •  Take back system from DTC (reverse logistics)  •  Traceability and transparency (tracing post-consumer cotton)  •  Impact measurement (DDP)  •   Eco design guidelines with solution provider for trims, sewing threads etc  •  Fibre separation process between cotton and synthetics while keeping quality requirements of cotton Tag colleagues who would love to join this session. Join us in this fruitful discussion. The perfect day to start a Friday. After our session, you can easily turn the corner and dive further into sustainability and the power of collaboration at the S Talks event starting at 2pm at De Hallen Studios. For more information click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/ehJzRy8z Romain Narcy 🌍 - support in setting up textile recycling centersMariette Hoitink Priyanka Khanna Saatchi Doshi Nicolas Prophte Bikem KANIK The Orbit Consulting Sustainability Talks Istanbul #sustainablediscussion #drivinginnovation #innovationinfashion #reversesupplychains #circularity #circularfashion

📣 Attention to all Sustainability Nerds, 🤓 yes, we are talking to you! An exciting event is coming to Amsterdam 👉 The S. Talks 🌎 This event is open to everyone (you must register) which is why we are sharing it with you today. All details in images and below *Theme*: Interaction of Ideas and Innovations to Overcome Obstacles *Agenda*: Attached – a full set of exciting discussions  *Location*: De Hallen Studios - Hannie Dankbaarpassage 18 1053 RT Amsterdam *Time*:  31st May 2024, 14:00- 18:30  *Registration*:   limited spots, register now! https://lnkd.in/e3krJ2Ay #sustainablefashion #powerofcollaboration #circularfashion #amsterdam Bikem KANIK The Orbit Consulting Sustainability Talks Istanbul