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ECO-TEXTILE SHOWROOMS OPEN IN NYC AND LONDON
Written by Kim Poldner   
Tuesday, 06 January 2009
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Two new eco-materials and sustainable textile showrooms were launched in New York and London as part of a dual international effort to encourage sustainability in the world of fashion and textiles. The two new locations were launched as part of C.L.A.S.S.– Creativity, Lifestyle And Sustainable Synergy, an initiative co-founded by Giusy Bettoni and Sandy MacLennan which is designed to support creative and innovative design in eco-textiles through new materials.

In conjunction with the New York showroom launch in December a discussion took place between model and eco-consultant Summer Rayne Oakes and Barbara Kramer, Co-Founder of Designers & Agents, among others. The focus of the discussion was The Tipping Point: What is the current state of sustainable fashion? How has the current economic downturn affected designers, retailers and consumer spending? And how do we create pathways toward change?

“Clearly, eco-textiles are at the heart of this much-needed change in the industry. New ideas and progress are born from the creation of innovative, inspiring and high-performing materials. As we come together to push for this change, we have to reach a critical mass – we need to create pathways and allow for synergies to take place between people, ideas, products and businesses,” said Bahar Shahpar, eco–designer and C.L.A.S.S. New York consultant.

The showrooms feature a carefully sourced collection from natural fibers, yarns and fabrics made from renewable resources to technologically advanced performance fabrics with sustainable attributes. For more information on the events visit www.c-l-a-s-s.org.

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