MOMAD | Meet the Sustainable Brands Of The Upcoming Edition 

Between the 13 and 15th of September, MOMAD, Spain’s most important fashion fair, returns to Madrid. The fair is the largest commercial showcase in Southern Europe, offering fashion collections, trends and retail concepts. This unique space for fashion, footwear and accessories is also a promoter of sustainability. At this year’s event, thirteen sustainable companies are being hosted by MOMAD, seven of them new, and the rest returning to be seen again. These companies have met the environmental, social and cultural criteria set by MOMAD to showcase their products. Amongst the interesting talks and eye-catching catwalks of the event, these sustainable brands are not to be missed.

MOMAD’S SUSTAINABLE BRANDS YOU SHOULD VISIT

CCILU 

CCILU designs footwear that promotes conscious consumerism. With their headquarters located on the island of Taiwan, CCILU is surrounded by trash and plastic from neighbouring countries. CCILU takes action by turning this waste into shoes, making them stand apart from others in the industry by decreasing their negative impact on the planet, whilst increasing their positive impact on their community. On top of making their products sustainable, CCILU helps the local community through their plastic bottle collection program that pays low-income and disadvantaged residents three times more than the average income for plastic collectors across the island.

FOUROZ

Fouroz is a luxury streetwear brand that merges bold design with premium materials. Inspired by diverse cultures and contemporary art, Fouroz creates unique, statement pieces that stand out for their meticulous craftsmanship and innovative style. With a commitment to high quality and distinctiveness, the brand embodies a fresh perspective on modern fashion.

LIZARAZU HANDKNITTED 

Lizarazu offers a unique, personalised approach to fashion with bespoke garments crafted to suit each client’s style and preferences. After consulting and advising the customer, this brand designs its products with a slow, sustainable and effortlessly luxurious approach. Combining elegant, hand-woven knitwear made from luxurious materials like merino wool, cashmere, and silk alpaca, LizaraZu blends tradition with modern sophistication. With a commitment to quality, the brand takes on a limited number of projects each year, ensuring every piece is a true work of art.

CASTELL 

Castell Menorca creates shoes which have sustainability at their core. Using the innovative approach of creating shoes from the skins of animals raised for food consumption, Castell creates minimal waste. Each phase of creating these timeless shoes is enshrouded in sustainability. The manufacturing process is low energy use and complies with human rights standards, and their exclusive cardboard packaging is guaranteed to be recycled. When wearing Castell shoes you are sure to live, feel and breathe with peace of mind.

TARTARUGA

One of the brands featured is Tartaruga, which champions slow fashion. They use long-lasting vegetable dyes to colour their clothing, minimising the use of harmful chemicals in production. Committed to creating high-quality, timeless garments, Tartaruga aims to combat overconsumption. Additionally, the brand advocates for traceability in fashion, allowing consumers to understand the conditions in which their clothing is made, promoting a more ethical approach to fashion.

SUSTAINABLE EXPERIENCE: BRANDS YOU SHOULD NOT MISS

HEMPER 

Hemper is both a sustainable brand and a regenerative project. Using wild hemp from the Himalayas for their clothing, Hemper promotes sustainable fashion whilst contributing to social and economic development in Nepal. Their items include bags, t-shirts, hats and more. All are handcrafted and environmentally conscious. To find out more about this brand, look at this article.

NOMADIC STATE OF MIND

The Nomadic State of Mind creates rope sandals for men, women and children. These sandals are vegan, fair trade and eco-responsible, meaning they contain zero products that harm the environment. Crafted from polypropylene rope and recycled plastic, these sandals are a ‘must have’ item in your closet.

ELEMENTE CLEMENTE 

The philosophy of Elemente Clemente is that “sustainable fashion has style and that sustainability is a question of good style”. Their ‘trend-free’ clothing consists of sustainably selected materials, manufactured in Europe and their partner production facility in Tunisia. In their bi-annual collections, looks consist of causal silhouettes that highlight the personality of the wearer. Everything about Elemente Clemente complements their image of timeless and sustainable fashion.

LINNOA BAGS

As a family-run Mallorca-based business, Linnoa Bags is committed to sustainable luxury. Crafted from 100% linen, from plants grown in Belgium and France, Linnoa Bags have quality as a starting point. Their unique pieces also contain faux leather handles made from pineapple leaves, while using natural dyes that are solvent-free. Their collections are timeless, unique and inspired by the Mediterranean.

IKIKIZ 

IKIKIZ reject products that facilitate unattainable and ever changing body standards. Instead they focus on embracing the uniqueness of the human body, drawing parallels to nature. Their products are timeless, all-inclusive and caring towards the environment. The fabrics they use are all natural, promoting a love for your surroundings as well as a love for yourself.

WATT HANDCRAFTED 

Watt Handcrafted are a German based company offering eco-friendly, unisex, high-quality products for those who prioritise sustainability. Their long-lasting clothing and unique collections are created using surplus fabrics such as waste sweaters and upholstery, collected from large manufacturers. Items range from vintage waistcoats to bomber jackets and they all offer comfort, quality and style.

Edition after edition, we witness the growth of designers and artisans showcasing their fashion creations and accessories at MOMAD, all exclusive propositions crafted under sustainable principles. We highly recommend visiting the event if you are looking for new sustainable brands with high quality and at a good price.

+Highlight Image: ©Castell