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12/11/2024

FASHION B.E.S.T. meets the BEST in tennis!

In EIFLES | SELFIE: the participants and the audience of the Nitto ATP Finals are the real protagonists of the performance. The work by Michelangelo Pistoletto, invites staff, spectators, umpires, residents of the city and even the 8 players of the tournament to participate in the creation of this ‘signature’.

“Tennis, like all sports, must be an instrument of preventive peace. The opponent must not be an enemy, but a necessary friend to play the game of life” - Michelangelo Pistoletto

Thank you to for making this special collaboration possible! And a special thank you to for having us!

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17/10/2024

Fashion for Planet Open Parliament Act IV brought together incredible minds to discuss how we approach sustainability in the fashion industry.

We’re grateful to everyone who joined us for the presentation of the Manifesto for the Rights of Nature for the Fashion Industry, from our inspiring speakers to our passionate attendees. A special thanks to and for their invaluable support in making this event possible.

Join the conversation on sustainable fashion. What challenges and opportunities do you see for the industry? Share your insights and perspectives in the comments. 

04/10/2024

We renewed our long-standing partnership with CNMI through another edition of the Sustainable Fashion Awards at Teatro alla Scala. The event celebrated the incredible work being done by emerging designers, historical brands, and groundbreaking organizations to create a more sustainable and ethical fashion industry.

The Third Paradise, created by Michelangelo Pistoletto, was once again used as the image to embody the National Chamber of Italian Fashion’s commitment to sustainability. From the guests’ invitations to the blue carpet, the Third Paradise symbol served as a reminder that the future of fashion lies in creating designs that not only look beautiful but also respect the planet and its resources.

From innovative materials to circular production practices, the projects that were honored represent the immense effort being made to shift industry practices. The symbol of the Third Paradise, representing the harmony between artifice and nature, is the key to a better future.

A huge congratulations to our partner, Lenzing, for winning the Biodiversity and Water Award for their groundbreaking “Glacial Threads: From Forests to Future Textiles” pilot project! We were honored to collaborate on this innovative project with Lenzing and to see it receive yet another incredible honor.

Thank you to Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, the Ethical Fashion Initiative (EFI), and the Municipality of Milan for a beautiful evening.

25/09/2024

Read The Manifesto for the Rights of Nature for the Fashion Industry

Presented alongside GARN with the generous support of CNMI, the Manifesto is a commitment to protect our planet’s ecosystems, species, and natural resources. By promoting curiosity and innovation within the fashion industry, we aim to find solutions that benefit everyone. It outlines a path to a greener future by recognizing nature’s intrinsic rights, protecting & enhancing ecosystems, managing resources responsibly, adhering to standards of transparency & accountability, and committing to training for continuous improvement.

Let’s work together to find a harmonious balance between the artificial world of companies and the natural world of Mother Earth. What steps can you / your business take in support of the Manifesto? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

18/09/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that Zaya Guarani, a passionate Indigenous activist and model, will be presenting the “Manifesto for the Rights of Nature for the Fashion Industry” at Fashion for Planet Open Parliament IV on September 19th, 2024 from 11AM to 5:30PM! 🌍

Zaya, a member of the Kamurape and Guarani Mbya ethnicities, has witnessed firsthand the devastating impacts of deforestation and the violation of Indigenous rights in the Amazon rainforest. Her unwavering commitment to protecting her ancestral lands and promoting Indigenous cultures has made her a global inspiration.

Through her powerful advocacy and modeling career, Zaya has become a leading voice for environmental justice and sustainable fashion. She has collaborated with renowned brands, founded the Indigenous Creative Collective, and was recognized as “Fashion Influencer of the Year” for her dedication to championing Indigenous talent and foregrounding Indigenous experiences.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear Zaya’s powerful voice and learn how we can all contribute to a more sustainable and just fashion industry. Join us at Fashion for Planet Open Parliament IV!

18/09/2024

18/09/2024

Started off fashion week strong with Ana Tafur, Colombian designer and founder of the sustainable fashion brand , kicking off our FASHION OTHERWISE talk series, glimpses on sustainability presented by Accademia Unidee and Fashion B.E.S.T.! 🌱

In her inspiring talk, Ana shared her incredible journey from the fast-paced world of mass production to creating a sustainable and ethical fashion brand in Peru. By working closely with local communities and utilizing ancient techniques like knitting and natural dyeing, Sake is not only preserving cultural heritage but also promoting a more sustainable future. On top of this, the brand is a pioneer in sustainable innovation creating their own biotextile made from resin extracted from Amazonian trees.

As a Fair Trade Certified brand, Sake ensures that every piece of clothing is produced in a way that benefits the Andean communities they partner with. Ana’s dedication to ethical fashion and her commitment to supporting local artisans is truly amazing and we can’t thank her enough for sharing it with us!

04/09/2024

Join us on September 19th, 2024, for Fashion for Planet Open Parliament Act IV, a collaborative initiative by Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana and Fondazione Pistoletto Cittadellarte.

Taking place at the historic Palazzo Giureconsulti from 11 AM to 5:30 PM, this event is dedicated to exploring the future of sustainable fashion and the planet.

Stay tuned for a big announcement coming soon!

10/05/2024

🌍Earth Day Torino 2024 Recap🌱
 
Alongside Humana People to People Italia we were invited to participate in the incredible initiative, , organized by AWorld dedicated to fighting climate change, environmental preservation and social inclusion in Palazzo Reale di Torino
 
The artwork “Changing Rooms” curated by CTRLZAK Studio (Katia Meneghini and Thanos Zakopoulos) created in collaboration with students from Accademia Unidee, ITS TAM Biella, and Humana took center stage in the Royal Court.
 
A space that invites reflection and awareness, those who enter can browse 100 ways to create sustainable fashion. It calls us to change our “costumes” and customs in the way we choose to buy.
 
In the Earth Market, acclaimed designer Flavia la Rocca alongside Accademia Unidee student Luisa Mertina, used second hand clothes, kindly supplied by Humana, to lead an upcycling workshop.
 
It’s only been three weeks but we can’t wait for next year!
 
🗞For more information, head on over to our Journal!

23/04/2024

X-Ray Fashion è arrivato a Cittadellarte!

Il pluripremiato documentario in realtà virtuale racconta la storia controversa della produzione di abiti nell’industria del fast-fashion.

Siete invitati a partecipare a questo viaggio che “apre gli occhi” e a vedere luoghi a cui normalmente non avreste accesso all’interno della filiera dell’abbigliamento, non solo come spettatori, ma anche come partecipanti all’esperienza.

Ringraziamo i nostri partner di Connect4Climate, un programma del Gruppo Banca Mondiale, per aver portato questa incredibile esperienza a Biella. X-Ray Fashion è stato creato dalla società creativa XR MANND, che aiuta aziende e artisti a trovare le migliori soluzioni VR e AR.

Vi invitiamo all’anteprima del 24 aprile alle ore 16:00 nel quartiere Terzo Paradiso di Via Cernaia 46 a Biella, in presenza del Ministro dell’Ambiente e dell’Energia Gilberto Picchetto Fratin, del maestro Michelangelo Pistoletto e del Presidente CONAI, Ignazio Capuano. Seguito da un cocktail reception 🥂

📍Dove: Via Cernaia 46 - Quartiere Terzo Paradiso, Biella
📆Quando: dal 24 al 28 aprile dalle 10:00 alle 18:00
🌱Occasione: Settimana del Pianeta

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19/04/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate Glacial Treads: From Forests to Future Textiles alongside our partners during Salone del Mobile

I think everyone who was there can agree a special thanks to is in order🥂

If you couldn’t make it take a look at the incredible clothes made by our designers

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Grazie a tutti coloro che si sono uniti a noi presso SAG’80 per celebrare Glacial Treads: From Forests to Future Textiles insieme ai nostri partner di Lenzing durante il Salone del Mobile.

Credo che tutti che erano presenti siano d’accordo nel dire che un ringraziamento speciale a Portofino Gin è d’obbligo!

Se non siete riusciti a ve**re date un’occhiata agli incredibili abiti realizzati dai nostri designer Bav Tailor, Blue of a Kind, Flavia La Rocca & Tiziano Guardini

15/02/2024

🇬🇧 Fashion for Planet Open Parliament Act III returns to all day on the 22nd of February. Unlike previous editions, nature takes over Parliament Room. Walk into an immersive audio-visual installation of nature in the middle of Milan’s buzzy fashion week. Come listen to the voice of nature: our voice.

Alongside Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana we bring the Rights of Nature to the capital of fashion. We ask one question to our guests: Are we nature?

📍Where: , Sala Parlamentino
📆When: February 22nd 2024, from 11:00 to 17:30
🎉Occasion:

Curated by

📩 RSVP: [email protected]

🔜 See you there!

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🇮🇹 Fashion for Planet Open Parliament Act III torna a Fashion Hub per tutta la giornata del 22 febbraio. A differenza delle precedenti edizioni, la natura si impossessa della Sala Parlamentino. Entrate in un’installazione audiovisiva immersiva della natura nel bel mezzo della settimana della moda di Milano. Venite ad ascoltare la voce della natura: la nostra voce.

Insieme alla Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana, portiamo i Diritti della Natura nella capitale della moda. Poniamo una domanda ai nostri ospiti: Siamo natura?

📍Dove: Palazzo Giureconsulti, Sala Parlamentino
📆Quando: 22 febbraio 2024, dalle 11:00 alle 17:30
🎉Occasion:

A cura di Tiziano Guardini e Luigi Ciuffreda

📩 RSVP: [email protected]

Ci vediamo lì!

23/01/2024

The works of Shakespeare have been endlessly redone, rethought and reperformed, but for the first time it is reimagined with the works of the master and costumes by Fashion B.E.S.T. at the direction of , and

🎭Waiting for King Lear by Tommaso Mattei with direction by Alezzandro Preziosi, who also stars in the production finished touring the Veneto region of Italy late last year to critical and commercial acclaim.

The set is a curated selection of works by Michelangelo Pistoletto where actors live in and through the spaces. The costumes, designed by Fashion B.E.S.T., are made in collaboration with and Each characters wardrobe expresses the emotional journey of each character.

🗞Read more about this unique collaboration on our Journal.