Saturday, January 22, 2011

Eco Conscious Japanese Designer–Ikkuna/Suzuki Takayuki

 

Ikkuna/SuzukiTakayuki’s concept is simple ‘he wishes a lot of people had more chances to feel the kindness of organic cotton through what we call fashion’.

This brand is involved in the production of the cotton through the growing and spinning stages through to the construction of the garment. They only use dyes from extracted plants too so these garments truly are eco conscious and organic.

Their designs are simple, understated and minimalist but well made, excellent quality and made from the highest quality organic cotton.

Mass produced standard cotton accounts for 25% of harmful pesticides worldwide but organic cotton uses no pesticides and is beneficial to the environment. The cotton used in ikkuna/suzuki takayuki garments is also fair trade ensuring the farmers growing the cotton receive a fair price for their product. Also no child labour is used in producing their clothes which delights me as this has long been an issue close to my heart. I remember attending a gig in Sheffield a few years ago by an artist called Get Cape Wear Cape Fly. At this gig he used the platform to name and shame companies that used child labour. Two such companies were Nike and Gap. Ever since that day I’ve not bought from either of these stores. They may well have ceased these practices since but I still refuse to buy from them. Child labour is an abhorrent way of producing clothes and I won’t support any company that have used or uses it.

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If you know of any company that have used child labour leave me a comment so I know to never buy from these companies.

You can find more of this companies eco garments at http://mode-8.net

9 comments:

  1. I do back you 100% on going organic as much as we can, and a big NO for children workers.
    Thank you for sharing.
    have a wonderful weekend.
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  2. OMG girl beautiful pieces, esp that first one!!
    I am completely on board with you about the child labor. It is close to my heart as well and I have to say no one over here seems to care that much about it, which does make me sad.
    So what are you going to NYC for in Sept!!??

    XX

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  3. I love hearing about new companies that are doing their bit. I love the skirt!
    On child labour: I think most of the papers name and shame which retailers (UK) have been a bit naughty. I will say that some have no control over situations, as in company flies out to meet the factories where the clothes/shoes/acc are being manufactured, they walk around, meet everyone etc and the minute they turn their back or leave that factory, the children walk back in through the sliding doors to work again. This is so sad and it angers me deeply.

    x.o.x.o
    p.s commented back on the VB post! I couldn't believe i evoked such a reaction from this post! Yikes!

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  4. i agree to a certain degree but I think its the companies responsibility to ensure they adhere to proper working conditions all it would take is a few unannounced spot checks xx

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  5. I am going to do some shopping and for nyc fashion week and im hoping ifb will have another conference. can't wait :)

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  6. WOW I have seriously never seen eco friendly clothing look this good. The attention to detail is phenomenal, these garments have almost an ethereal quality about them. :)

    Look forward to hearing from you

    Love

    Tashrin - A Toronto based personal style blog

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  7. Gorgeous & eco friendly?? That's awesome!! I like your new layout! It looks good.

    Thanks so much for your comment & the birthday wishes! :)

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  8. That was just my thoughts when i discovered this designer :) and thank YOU for your comment and i hope you have an amazing b'day xx

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