21 November 2024
A multitude of knitwear! Discover the cosiest sweaters at these stores.
- COSH! Member Publicity
Are you planning on visiting Berlin? From the 15th May onwards you can get inspired by members from the COSH! network in Peek & Cloppenburg Düsseldorf’s* Conscious Fashion Store in the shopping centre ‘The Playce’ at Potsdamer Platz in Germany’s capital city. For more than two months, we invite you to Reflect on the Future of Fashion in a three-story building in Berlin, together with entrepreneurs from not only the Netherlands, but also Germany, Spain, Catalonia, and Belgium!
Reflecting on (conscious) consumption
During this unique two-month pop-up at the Potsdamer Platz you will be invited to a profound journey of self reflection centred around your relationship with fashion and its impact on the world. You will get the opportunity to connect with the inspiring community of COSH! members, all gathered in one vibrant location. Just like COSH!, Conscious Fashion Store aims to bring together people like you, who are interested in more sustainable fashion by offering a platform for talks, workshops, and other events. Curious to know which Dutch members to expect? We made you this guide.
Xzota: crafting elegance with a cultural blend
In the bustling city of Rotterdam, designer Tessy from Xzota is redefining jewellery with her exquisite designs that marry Dutch and Indonesian influences. Using high-quality and sometimes recycled materials, Tessy’s creations come to life through the skilled hands of her mother and artisan goldsmiths in Bali. But Xzota isn’t just about jewellery; they also offer unique gifts, home decor, and handmade jewellery boxes, collaborating with local brands to enrich their offerings.
Okimono: more sustainable apparel with a humorous twist
Okimono stands out with its more eco-friendly approach to casual wear. Gerrit Weeren, who started without any fashion background, has turned his passion for graphic design into a more sustainable clothing line. Working with over 30 creatives, Okimono produces T‑shirts and sweaters inspired by nature, current events, and daily life, all with a humorous twist. Impressively, Okimono also recycles pre-loved T‑shirts, transforming them into new pieces. This reflects their deep commitment to the planet.
"At Okimono, we think it is important that more attention is paid to sustainable clothing. In COSH! we find an initiative that connects more sustainable brands appropriately. The fact that COSH! goes much further than just describing brands is a big plus for Okimono. For example, the fact that we can temporarily return to Berlin under the wings of COSH! is incredibly cool. It gives a positive impulse to our brand." Gerrit Weeren, founder of Okimono
el.résidu: vibrant & comfy women’s clothing
In the heart of Amsterdam, el.résidu, founded by Ella Brouwer, challenges the notion that more sustainability equates to dullness. This brand transforms leftover fabrics from Indian saris into vibrant and comfortable women’s clothing. Those are upcycled into blouses, jackets, dresses, and skirts that can be bought online.
"Thanks to COSH! el.résidu is becoming more visible online and clients can see that el.residu is screened on how sustainable we are. Besides that, the platform has been of great value to us because it allows us to participate in events like the pop-up in Berlin. That would not have been possible on my own." Ella Brouwer, founder of el.résidu.
RE-GARDE: timeless connections
From Amsterdam, RE-GARDE by Lin emphasizes the relationship between our attire and the environment. Lin’s designs, inspired by her own paintings, aim to make consumers think about the origins of their clothes. Besides the primary line, RE-GARDE also offers the RE-LOVE collection, which includes vintage and reworked items with modern twists, showing that fashion can indeed be timeless and thoughtful.
Nature Bar: More Eco-friendly Personal Care
Nature Bar offers an array of more natural, vegan, and plastic-free soap and shampoo bars made right in the centre of Amsterdam. Their open atelier allows customers to witness the soap-making process first-hand, emphasizing transparency and trust. With ingredients like organic fruit and leftover grains, Nature Bar is a testament to the power of local and circular economies.
Each of these brands, unique in their approach and steadfast in their missions, are shaping the future of fashion. Feel inspired? Don’t miss our opening party on 16 May at Conscious Fashion Store in Berlin!
*There are two independent companies with the name Peek & Cloppenburg in Germany with their headquarters in Düsseldorf and Hamburg. This information refers to Peek & Cloppenburg B.V. & Co. KG, Düsseldorf, whose stores can be found here.
