Earlier this month bibico went to Paris for the most important French ethical fashion show of the year, the Ethical Fashion Show. The event is supported by the French government, home shopping company La Redoute and LVMH. Over the course of four days, including one open to the public, fashion professionals can discuss the present and future issues of the fashion industry, showcase their collections in the showroom or attend runway shows.
Exhibitors, who visit from all over the world, have to meet strict criteria to confirm that their fashion –
“Is designed and produced in conditions that respect mankind”
“Decreases the environmental impact of the textile industry, from the design of fabric to the end of the clothes lives”
“Preserves local skills”
One of the highlights of the show is the presentation of the ‘Ethical Fashion Show Award’, judged by a panel made up of fashion and green experts who are looking to celebrate the best in ethical fashion.
Bibico as the winner of the La Redoute Award gained the opportunity to design a small collection exclusively for La Redoute. Judges said they were impressed by the originality of Nieves’ designs and the accessibility of the bibico label in terms of price.
Here’s Nieves being interviewed by Madeinethic:
