PRODUCTION LOCATIONS
- Production in established workshops in Tunisia and the Middle East for B2B clothing
- Tailoring workshops: Tangier, Morocco and Romania
WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES
Atelier Vic works with recognised workshops and maintains close cooperation with their production facilities. The focus is on artisanal tailoring and high-quality fabrics from renowned weaving mills. The family-run atelier in Morocco presents a CSR policy on its website and holds several certificates, including ISO9001, and is a member of BSCI and SMETA for audits. The family business also supports the United Nations Global Goals for Sustainable Development.
MATERIALS
- Linen
- Wool
- Cotton
- Polyester
- Silk
- Other fibres
Atelier Vic buys high-quality fabrics from well-known weaving mills such as Artiston Napoli, Ermenegildo Zegna, Loro Piana, Holland & Sherry, Reda and Thomas Mason.
PACKAGING
The costumes are wrapped in plastic for protection. Atelier Vic does not provide any further specific information on the type of packaging material used.
WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS
Atelier VIC does not provide specific information on measures relating to water consumption, chemical treatment or certifications in this area.
CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN
- Custom tailoring: Clothing is made to measure from scratch, avoiding overproduction and stock surpluses.
- Return system under development for worn (work) clothing.
- Digital patronage with SCIMM to minimise fabric waste.
CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODEL
- No excess stock due to customised clothing
- Collaboration with SCIMM for advanced sizing services
- Starting to take back and reuse worn B2B clothing
DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN
- Production takes place in Tunisia, the Middle East, Morocco and Romania.
- Fabrics: Mainly Italy and UK
- Fully Fashion Knitwear from Italy: knitted jumpers
- The head office is located in Kortrijk, Belgium.
- Atelier VIC sells mainly in Belgium.
TRANSPORTATION
Atelier VIC mainly transports its products by lorry and by sea.
Atelier Vic works with wool and cashmere, but does not provide any explicit information about their origin or certifications (such as RWS or mulesing-free wool).
PRODUCT DESIGN
- Custom tailoring for menswear and B2B clothing
- 35% of the multi-brand business consists of private labels
- Tailoring, no standard sizes
SLOW FASHION PROCESSES
- No seasonal collections, clothing is added gradually
- No participation in sales
- Customised production and tailoring as core values
TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT
Atelier VIC is always open for a personal appointment, you can find a list of fabric suppliers on their website.
TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESS
Atelier VIC was very open about its processes in an interview with COSH! The company openly shared its production partners and fabric suppliers. On its own website, the brand does not provide any explicit information about social or environmental reporting.
Conclusion
Atelier Vic combines traditional craftsmanship with technological innovation, setting itself apart from the world of customised and B2B corporate clothing. While steps are being taken towards circular economy and personalisation, there is still room for more transparency and sustainability initiatives.
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