The fashion sector is preparing for an ethical turning point with the competition Initiative aimed at young designers younger than 35 hours to increase the importance of the importance of responsible use of forest sources in textile production
A new fashion paradigm: aesthetics and environmental responsibility
The fashion industry, often associated with production excesses and unbridled consumerism, is confronted with the need to reconsider its dynamics to reduce the environmental impact. The textile production largely depends on the extraction of natural resources, with a considerable part of materials derived from cellulose.
Fiber such as viscose, modal, lyocell and cellulose acetate come from forests, but management does not always follow the sustainability criteria.
About sixty percent of the raw materials used in the production of these substances still come from forests without certifications that guarantee responsible management. That contributes to deforestation and loss of biodiversity.
To deal with this critic, ” Colombo Industry Tessili one “Forest for Fashion – The Forest In A Dress”,
The aim is to promote sustainable fashion as a concrete and replicable model, in which the new generations of creatives are involved in a path that combines innovation and respect for the environment.
Rate In a vehicle of environmental consciousness through a practical and innovative approach. Participants must conceive an outfit (a set of combined accessories that create a conform to a specific occasion) consisting of two or three items of clothing, using FSC -certified fabrics made available by Columbus Textile Industries.
The project must demonstrate a creative vision that integrates aesthetics with ethics, by conscious choices in the selection of materials and in the design of the clothing.
The competition stands out because of its educational character. The selected designers are given the opportunity to convert their ideas into a designer laboratory into the spaces of Live Colors Social Enterprise in Turin. Here the finalists can collaborate with experts in the sector to refine their proposals and to work closely with sustainable fashion professionals.
The initiative was born of the conviction that fashion can be a motorcycle of social and environmental change. Barbara Spezini, CEO of Live Colors Social Enterprise, underlines how fashion should not be limited to an aesthetic expression, but can become a means to promote values of social inclusion and ecological responsibility.
This vision is reflected in the philosophy of the competition, which aims to create a new generation of designers who are aware of their impact on the planet.
From the idea to the catwalk: the path of the finalists
30 Marzo 2025 To present their proposals, accompanied by statuettes, technical drawings and a detailed description of the FSC materials used. A jury consisting of experts in the fashion sector will evaluate any idea based on four fundamental criteria: creativity, innovation, feasibility and sustainability.
The four best projects will be announced on April 18, 2025 and selected stylists can participate in a laboratory, where they will have the opportunity to deal with the support of experts in the sector. With this phase, finalists can deepen the techniques of sustainable packaging, test the materials and perfect the design of their clothing.
The latest creations are presented in June, during a special event that will see the participation of journalists, experts in the fashion sector and representatives of FSC Italia, Colombo Industries Textiles and Live Colors Social Enterprise. The event offers a prestigious showcase for emerging designers and an opportunity to increase the audience’s audience about the possibilities offered by sustainable fashion.
Stefano Colombo, president of Colombo Industrie Tessili, repeats the importance of initiatives of this type in promoting a cultural transformation in the textile sector. According to Colombo, Mode has the responsibility to adopt more ethical and sustainable production practices, and this competition offers a unique opportunity for young stylists to put these principles into practice.
The first FSC certified capsule collection in Italy
The winning projects become part of the first fully certified FSC capsula collection in Italy, an important step in promoting sustainable fashion. The outfits made are not only an example of responsible creativity, but become a manifesto for a new vision of the textile sector.
The prize -winning stylists receive a professional photographic recording of their items of clothing and the FSC project certificate, a certificate that punishes the use of materials from forests in a sustainable way. This recognition is an extra value for emerging designers and offers them an immediate credibility in the panorama of ethical way.