Our 21 European partners
joined together to transform the fashion sector
University of Antwerp
Coordinator of the Just Fashion Project. University of Antwerp is a public research university in Antwerp, Belgium, officially founded in 2003 after merging three institutions dating back to the 19th century. It hosts around 23,000 students (with about 17–18 % international from 127 nationalities) and employs nearly 7,000 staff across nine faculties offering 154 programmes, including numerous English-language degrees. UAntwerp is known for its dynamic, forward-thinking approach—emphasising research-led education, societal impact, competence-focused learning, and entrepreneurship. Its research output includes approximately 4,420 publications and 280 PhD defences annually, supported by 15 specialized research centres. Campuses span both historic city-centre locations and green southern districts, reflecting its urban scope.
University of the Creative Arts
The UK’s leading specialist in art, design, fashion, media, and creative industries. UCA serves around 9,400 students—including approximately 30% international from over 90 countries—with 58% female and 42% male learners . It operates three main campuses—Farnham, Epsom, and Canterbury—plus a creative base in Maidstone and a project space in Folkestone. UCA is organised into ten schools, including the UK’s first Business School for the Creative Industries at Epsom, and offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields like architecture, fine art, fashion, film, games, and crafts. Its research is world-class—93% of outputs internationally recognised for quality, with a top specialist ranking in The Guardian (2nd) and The Times (3rd) for creative education. UCA offers robust international and exchange programs, supporting both incoming and outbound students through partnerships and study-abroad schemes, and provides specialist immigration and pastoral support for its global community. With modern studios and research centres, UCA is a vibrant creative ecosystem preparing students for careers in the global creative economy.
EuroCrowd
Formally the European Crowdfunding Network AISBL, established in 2013 in Brussels, is the principal professional association and advisory entity championing crowdfunding and alternative finance across Europe. It unites a community of crowdfunding platforms, business angels, public bodies, and startups to promote transparency, robust regulation, and governance in line with the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) Through its structures—Eurocrowd BV (offering technical assistance, capacity building, EU grants management, and consulting) and ECN AISBL (representing and coordinating platforms)—it delivers services like market research, policy advocacy, training, and events (CrowdCon, CrowdCamp, CrowdTuesdayWith a network of full and associate members from across Europe, Eurocrowd provides a unified voice to shape EU policy, support cross-border crowdfunding, and enhance access to finance for SMEs and innovative projects. Its vision is to build a sustainable, impactful crowdfunding ecosystem that empowers businesses, investors, and regulators alike.
Vilnius Tech
An innovative Lithuanian university that prepares creative and highly qualified specialists. The university is a leader in the field of technological sciences with modern and labour market-oriented approach to studies. Scientific research and experimental development projects are carried out in 13 institutes, 3 scientific centers. 22 research laboratories. Founded in 1956, VILNIUS TECH currently educates over 8,100 students, of which about 20% are international, representing around 80 countries. The university offers a wide array of programs through its 10 faculties—including Architecture, Business Management, Engineering, and the Aviation Institute—with 53% of study programs taught in English. Its research ecosystem generates over 450 Web of Science and ~487 Scopus publications annually, and has secured about €3.6 million in industry-funded contract.
EURADA
Founded in 1992, the European Association of Development Agencies (EURADA) unites professionals working on economic development across Europe. Additionally, it represents development agencies before the European Union institutions. The association facilitates the cooperation among regional economic development practitioners, offering a space to network, plan common EU projects, cooperate, advocate, and participate at European level. Thus, EURADA serves as an international well-established facility to connect development agencies with each other, with Europe, and with the opportunities Europe has to offer. Operating as a dynamic platform, EURADA leverages its expertise to identify and disseminate best practices, facilitate knowledge exchange, and offer networking opportunities for its members.
ART-ER
The Emilia‑Romagna joint-stock consortium focused on fostering sustainable regional growth through innovation, internationalisation, and cultural & creative industries. Born from the merger of ASTER (research) and ERVET (regional development) in 2019, ART‑ER coordinates tech clusters, incubators, and regional innovation ecosystems. Its activities are aimed at strengthening the regional innovation ecosystem and relationships among its components, promoting the internationalization of the business and research system to foster sustainable growth in the regions, increasing research and innovation capabilities, and productivity, and successfully integrating into global value chains and new markets.
Materahub
Consorzio Materahub – Industrie Culturali e Creative, is a vibrant Italian creative hub based in Matera with operational offices in Bari and Milan. Founded in 2011, it functions as a Europe Direct center and an EU project manager—coordinating Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (since 2010) and hosting the Italian leg of Creative Business Cup (since 2014) . Materahub champions the cultural and creative industries (CCIs) by implementing EU-funded pilot projects (Erasmus+, COSME, H2020, Interreg, Creative Europe), offering capacity‑building, training, co‑working, events, residencies (like Magma), and support for green circularity and digital innovation. It hosts the Materahub Academy, fostering professional skills, employs a core team of ~25 staff/consultants, and connects with over 100 global partners in international networks like European Creative Hubs, EIT Culture & Creativity, ECBN, NICE, EFVET, and CARP.
Modacc
The Catalan fashion and textile cluster representing around 150 companies (6,000 professionals) in Catalonia. Since its founding in 2011, Modacc has brought together companies, designers, manufacturers, suppliers and other key players, creating a network aimed at encouraging competitiveness and sustainability in the Catalan fashion market, always with a clear vision of the future. Its mission is to promote the economic, social and environmental value of the sector through various initiatives. It acts as an engine of change in a sector in constant evolution, promoting collaboration and innovation. Pioneer in promoting the sustainable development of the sector, Modacc emerged as a response to the need for a collaborative platform..
Eurecat
Is the leading technology center in Catalonia and one of the largest private applied R&D organizations in Southern Europe . With over 600 professionals and more than 2,000 client companies (60% of which are SMEs). Eurecat helps businesses innovate by offering tailored services in industrial, digital, biotech and sustainability sectors. They operate 20+ specialized labs—from robotics and smart textiles to water treatment and Omics—and support clients with R&D&I, technical training, lab services and innovation consultancy. Headquartered in Cerdanyola del Vallès with offices across Catalonia, Madrid, Málaga and LATAM, they also foster spin-offs, hold over 150 patents, coordinate 250+ projects, and generated €69 M in revenue in 2024. Eurecat bridges academia, industry, and public authorities, accelerating the development of new products and sustainable processes. Their focus spans AI, advanced manufacturing, circular economy, digital health, materials science—and more—positioning them as a strategic innovation partner for tech-driven growth and social impact.
Flanders District of Creativity
Flanders District of Creativity founded in 2004, is the Flemish support organization for design and fashion, backed by the Flemish government of Belgium. It helps designers and entrepreneurs grow with expert knowledge, practical tools and a vibrant community. The organization is a trusted partner for anyone interested in Flemish fashion and design – a matchmaker, showcase, and beacon for local talent both at home and abroad. With sustainability as a guiding theme, FDC equips fashion and design companies to turn responsible and innovative ideas into lasting value. The organisation actively promotes Flemish talent via awards, international fairs, trade missions, and themed conferences like Fashion Talks and Creative Ville.
Fashion Council Germany
Founded in 2015, FCG acts as a prominent advocate for fashion “designed in Germany,” promoting German designers as cultural and economic assets. A special focus is placed on the promotion of young design talents. In addition to special training programs in the areas of sustainability, fashion technology and community building, various events serve industry experts and newcomers to promote dialogue and networking. FCG runs initiatives like the Vogue Fashion Fund, international delegations, and talent development programmes, while also playing a key role in shaping Berlin Fashion Week. It collaborates with major partners such as eBay, Vogue, and the King’s Foundation.
Macedonian Fashion Association
A non-profit cultural and educational NGO based in Skopje, founded in 2014 to support, promote, and connect North Macedonian fashion designers and creative industries . MFA’s mission centers on nurturing young talent, preserving Macedonian design heritage, and fostering regional collaboration through strategic partnerships in creative, business, social, and educational sectors . Annually, MFA organizes Fashion Weekend Skopje, alongside workshops, business programs, and skill-sharing events that spotlight sustainability, digital innovation, and cultural dialogue. They also lead specialized initiatives, training designers to repurpose agricultural by products into sustainable products. MFA’s roles include co-founding the regional “United Fashion” network and active membership in international alliances like the European Fashion Alliance and Green DigiFashTech consortium.
ADRAL
A public–private regional development agency founded in 1998 to support sustainable economic and social growth in Portugal’s Alentejo region . It connects local stakeholders—public authorities, businesses, academia—to drive innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment. ADRAL leads strategic initiatives including EU-funded projects (e.g., Just Fashion under Horizon Europe), climate adaptation, green hydrogen pilots, and smart specialisation efforts like EREI 2030. With offices in Évora, Portalegre, Beja, Vila Nova de Santo André, Alto Alentejo, and a permanent representation in Brussels, it offers project support, networking, and funding guidance. Through its diverse ecosystem-building approach, ADRAL helps position Alentejo as a hub for innovation, sustainability, and cultural development.
Luisa Ceranod
A premium German womenswear brand founded in 1998 and part of the Hauber Group—a fifth-generation textile family business dating back to 1870 . Known for its feminine, elegant, and contemporary designs, the label offers high-quality ready-to-wear collections featuring dresses, knitwear, denim, coats, and accessories . Rooted in German craftsmanship but drawing strong inspiration from Italian style, Luisa Cerano stands out for its attention to premium materials, refined cuts, and effortless charisma. The brand emphasizes sustainability, ethical production, and social responsibility—working closely with European suppliers and maintaining in‑house design and prototyping in Nürtingen, Germany
Waanz.in
A Belgium‑based multidisciplinary digital studio that develops innovative digital tools at the intersection of research, data, art, and technology . They design and build engaging apps, websites, prototypes, and platforms with a strong focus on usability and aesthetics, believing in the equal importance of technology and design. Operating as a creative space in Ghent, their portfolio ranges from flexible institutional sites (e.g., KASK & Conservatorium) to cultural platforms (e.g., Museum Dhondt‑Dhaenens, Antwerp Poster Festival, P.A.R.T.S.), digital products like event management tools (Pierrot), and civic projects such as Telraam traffic monitors. Founded and led by Dave Driesmans and Fred Lagast, Waanz.in thrives on experimental collaboration, encouraging lively, design‑driven digital experiences.
Boboli
A Spanish children’s fashion brand established in 1981 by Teresa Ochoa in Barcelona, now part of Star Textil and co-led by Mónica and Arancha Algás . With a colorful, playful aesthetic, Boboli designs high-quality, durable knitwear and apparel for ages ranging from newborns to teens, split across four main lines: newborn, toddler, girls, and boys. The brand is present globally—in around 1,700 multi-brand and standalone stores across 50 countries—and showcases its seasonal collections at major trade shows and fashion events including Barcelona Fashion Week and Pitti Bimbo. Guided by the ethos “Because life doesn’t come with instructions… and nor do children!”, Boboli combines functional, soft fabrics with bold prints and vibrant colors to inspire exploration while ensuring comfort and longevity.
Bastet Noir
An innovative made-to-measure online label that empowers single mothers and domestic abuse survivors in North Macedonia through meaningful employment and high-quality, custom-made clothing. They specialize in made-to-order, zero‑waste pieces crafted from deadstock and recycled materials like wool, linen, silk, and cotton, with options ranging from timeless dresses and suits to trench coats and blouses. Bastet Noir’s minimalist aesthetic focuses on clean lines, neutral palettes, and flattering silhouettes suitable for all body types. Ethically produced in small studios, every purchase supports fair wages, community reinvestment, carbon-neutral practices, and social initiatives like “The Women Fund”. The brand is rated “Good” by Good On You for its sustainable values and commitment to social impact
Staff Jersey
A high-end Italian textile manufacturer founded in 2006 in Carpi, a key hub of the Italian knitwear industry. They specialize in producing premium jacquard knitted and jersey fabrics, using a wide range of fibers—from natural (wool, cotton, silk, cashmere) to synthetics (polyester, polyamide) and advanced technical yarns like silver, carbon, and polypropylene—under a fully owned and constantly upgraded production setup . The company places a strong emphasis on R&D, staying trend‑focused and developing innovative processes to meet evolving market demands. Additionally, Staff Jersey has launched an in‑house technical sports underwear line called Skinsonik, made entirely in Italy.
European Fashion Alliance
A membership based alliance founded in 2022 in which international fashion and textil organisations share experience and drive change in their sector. EFA empowers the fashion industry, its stakeholders and their activities, entrepreneurial creativity and innovation skills through advocacy and communication of the alliance of European Fashion Councils and like-minded organisations. EFA offers a platform for professional networking and communication on European level within the industry, but also cross-sectorial. EFA enhances the dynamic exchange of information within the industry, facilitating transfer of information, knowhow and best practices within the sector to empower entrepreneurial creativity and innovation skills.
Xandres
A renowned Belgian women’s fashion house established in 1927—originally named Andries & Co—now celebrated for creating timeless, quality-driven collections ranging from smart-casual to formalwear and accessories. Driven by elegant simplicity, Xandres prides itself on refined craftsmanship, sustainable materials, and inclusive sizing, catering to a diverse modern woman. With flagship stores in Brussels and multi-brand distribution across Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Germany, it’s expanding its affordable-luxury footprint. The brand stands for comfort, sophistication and durability—designing pieces that transcend seasons and support a longer wardrobe lifespan.
REAntwerp
Founded by designer Tim Van Steenbergen, journalist Ruth Goossens, and GATAM vzw. REAntwerp challenges conventional fashion by rethinking how garments are made and valued. Rooted in Antwerp’s avant-garde tradition, the initiative promotes a new model of fashion that is sustainable, timeless, locally anchored, and deeply respectful of the people behind the production process, all while maintaining style and quality. Through the creation of limited collections in collaboration with refugees and newcomers, REAntwerp highlights the unifying power of fashion. These artisans bring their craftsmanship and personal stories into each piece, gaining not only recognition but also a space of belonging within the local community.
University of Antwerp
Coordinator of the Just Fashion Project. A public research university in Antwerp, Belgium, officially founded in 2003 after merging three institutions dating back to the 19th century. It hosts around 23,000 students (with about 17–18 % international from 127 nationalities) and employs nearly 7,000 staff across nine faculties offering 154 programmes, including numerous English-language degrees. UAntwerp is known for its dynamic, forward-thinking approach—emphasising research-led education, societal impact, competence-focused learning, and entrepreneurship. Its research output includes approximately 4,420 publications and 280 PhD defences annually, supported by 15 specialized research centres. Campuses span both historic city-centre locations and green southern districts, reflecting its urban scope.
University of the Creative Arts
The UK’s leading specialist in art, design, fashion, media, and creative industries. UCA serves around 9,400 students—including approximately 30% international from over 90 countries—with 58% female and 42% male learners . It operates three main campuses: Farnham, Epsom, and Canterbury, plus a creative base in Maidstone and a project space in Folkestone. UCA is organised into ten schools, including the UK’s first Business School for the Creative Industries at Epsom, and offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields like architecture, fine art, fashion, film, games, and crafts. Its research is world-class—93% of outputs internationally recognised for quality, with a top specialist ranking in The Guardian (2nd) and The Times (3rd) for creative education. UCA offers robust international and exchange programs, supporting both incoming and outbound students through partnerships and study-abroad schemes, and provides specialist immigration and pastoral support for its global community. With modern studios and research centres, UCA is a vibrant creative ecosystem preparing students for careers in the global creative economy.
Euro Crowd
Formally the European Crowdfunding Network AISBL, established in 2013 in Brussels, is the principal professional association and advisory entity championing crowdfunding and alternative finance across Europe. It unites a community of crowdfunding platforms, business angels, public bodies, and startups to promote transparency, robust regulation, and governance in line with the European Crowdfunding Service Providers Regulation (ECSPR) Through its structures—Eurocrowd BV (offering technical assistance, capacity building, EU grants management, and consulting) and ECN AISBL (representing and coordinating platforms)—it delivers services like market research, policy advocacy, training, and events (CrowdCon, CrowdCamp, CrowdTuesdayWith a network of full and associate members from across Europe, Eurocrowd provides a unified voice to shape EU policy, support cross-border crowdfunding, and enhance access to finance for SMEs and innovative projects. Its vision is to build a sustainable, impactful crowdfunding ecosystem that empowers businesses, investors, and regulators alike.
Vilnius Tech
An innovative Lithuanian university that prepares creative and highly qualified specialists. The university is a leader in the field of technological sciences with modern and labour market-oriented approach to studies. Scientific research and experimental development projects are carried out in 13 institutes, 3 scientific centers. 22 research laboratories. Founded in 1956, VILNIUS TECH currently educates over 8,100 students, of which about 20% are international, representing around 80 countries. The university offers a wide array of programs through its 10 faculties—including Architecture, Business Management, Engineering, and the Aviation Institute—with 53% of study programs taught in English. Its research ecosystem generates over 450 Web of Science and ~487 Scopus publications annually, and has secured about €3.6 million in industry-funded contract.
EURADA
Founded in 1992, the European Association of Development Agencies (EURADA) unites professionals working on economic development across Europe. Additionally, it represents development agencies before the European Union institutions. The association facilitates the cooperation among regional economic development practitioners, offering a space to network, plan common EU projects, cooperate, advocate, and participate at European level. Thus, EURADA serves as an international well-established facility to connect development agencies with each other, with Europe, and with the opportunities Europe has to offer. Operating as a dynamic platform, EURADA leverages its expertise to identify and disseminate best practices, facilitate knowledge exchange, and offer networking opportunities for its members.
ART-ER
The Emilia‑Romagna joint-stock consortium focused on fostering sustainable regional growth through innovation, internationalisation, and cultural & creative industries. Born from the merger of ASTER (research) and ERVET (regional development) in 2019, ART‑ER coordinates tech clusters, incubators, and regional innovation ecosystems. Its activities are aimed at strengthening the regional innovation ecosystem and relationships among its components, promoting the internationalization of the business and research system to foster sustainable growth in the regions, increasing research and innovation capabilities, and productivity, and successfully integrating into global value chains and new markets.
Materahub
Consorzio Materahub – Industrie Culturali e Creative, is a vibrant Italian creative hub based in Matera with operational offices in Bari and Milan. Founded in 2011, it functions as a Europe Direct center and an EU project manager —coordinating Erasmus for Young Entrepreneurs (since 2010) and hosting the Italian leg of Creative Business Cup (since 2014) . Materahub champions the cultural and creative industries (CCIs) by implementing EU-funded pilot projects (Erasmus+, COSME, H2020, Interreg, Creative Europe), offering capacity‑building, training, co‑working, events, residencies (like Magma), and support for green circularity and digital innovation. It hosts the Materahub Academy, fostering professional skills, employs a core team of ~25 staff/consultants, and connects with over 100 global partners in international networks like European Creative Hubs, EIT Culture & Creativity, ECBN, NICE, EFVET, and CARP.
Modacc
The Catalan fashion and textile cluster representing around 150 companies (6,000 professionals) in Catalonia. Since its founding in 2011, Modacc has brought together companies, designers, manufacturers, suppliers and other key players, creating a network aimed at encouraging competitiveness and sustainability in the Catalan fashion market, always with a clear vision of the future. Its mission is to promote the economic, social and environmental value of the sector through various initiatives. It acts as an engine of change in a sector in constant evolution, promoting collaboration and innovation. Pioneer in promoting the sustainable development of the sector, Modacc emerged as a response to the need for a collaborative platform.
Eurecat
Is the leading technology center in Catalonia and one of the largest private applied R&D organizations in Southern Europe . With over 600 professionals and more than 2,000 client companies (60% of which are SMEs). Eurecat helps businesses innovate by offering tailored services in industrial, digital, biotech and sustainability sectors. They operate 20+ specialized labs—from robotics and smart textiles to water treatment and Omics—and support clients with R&D&I, technical training, lab services and innovation consultancy. Headquartered in Cerdanyola del Vallès with offices across Catalonia, Madrid, Málaga and LATAM, they also foster spin-offs, hold over 150 patents, coordinate 250+ projects, and generated €69 M in revenue in 2024. Eurecat bridges academia, industry, and public authorities, accelerating the development of new products and sustainable processes. Their focus spans AI, advanced manufacturing, circular economy, digital health, materials science—and more—positioning them as a strategic innovation partner for tech-driven growth and social impact.
Flanders DC
Flanders District of Creativity is a Flemish non-profit organisation, partially funded by the Flemish government, dedicated to boosting entrepreneurial creativity in fashion, design, gaming, and other creative industries. It serves as the central support hub—offering free advice, educational tools, networking events, labs, tracks, and webinars—aimed at helping creative professionals turn innovative ideas into sustainable businesses . Since its founding in 2004, and its 2016 merger with the Flanders Fashion Institute, Flanders DC has also taken the helm of the Districts of Creativity (DC) Network, which connects 13 creative regions worldwide. The organisation actively promotes Flemish talent via awards (e.g., Henry van de Velde), international fairs, trade missions, and themed conferences like Fashion Talks and Creative Ville.
Fashion Council Germany
Founded in 2015, FCG acts as a prominent advocate for fashion “designed in Germany,” promoting German designers as cultural and economic assets. A special focus is placed on the promotion of young design talents. In addition to special training programs in the areas of sustainability, fashion technology and community building, various events serve industry experts and newcomers to promote dialogue and networking. FCG runs initiatives like the Vogue Fashion Fund, international delegations, and talent development programmes, while also playing a key role in shaping Berlin Fashion Week. It collaborates with major partners such as eBay, Vogue, and the King’s Foundation.
Macedonian Fashion Association
A non-profit cultural and educational NGO based in Skopje, founded in 2014 to support, promote, and connect North Macedonian fashion designers and creative industries . MFA’s mission centers on nurturing young talent, preserving Macedonian design heritage, and fostering regional collaboration through strategic partnerships in creative, business, social, and educational sectors . Annually, MFA organizes Fashion Weekend Skopje, alongside workshops, business programs, and skill-sharing events that spotlight sustainability, digital innovation, and cultural dialogue. They also lead specialized initiatives, training designers to repurpose agricultural by products into sustainable products. MFA’s roles include co-founding the regional “United Fashion” network and active membership in international alliances like the European Fashion Alliance and Green DigiFashTech consortium.
ADRAL
A public–private regional development agency founded in 1998 to support sustainable economic and social growth in Portugal’s Alentejo region . It connects local stakeholders—public authorities, businesses, academia—to drive innovation, entrepreneurs, and investment. ADRAL leads strategic initiatives including EU-funded projects (e.g., Just Fashion under Horizon Europe), climate adaptation, green hydrogen pilots, and smart specialisation efforts like EREI 2030. With offices in Évora, Portalegre, Beja, Vila Nova de Santo André, Alto Alentejo, and a permanent representation in Brussels, it offers project support, networking, and funding guidance. Through its diverse ecosystem-building approach, ADRAL helps position Alentejo as a hub for innovation, sustainability, and cultural development..
Luisa Cerano
A premium German womenswear brand founded in 1998 and part of the Hauber Group—a fifth-generation textile family business dating back to 1870 . Known for its feminine, elegant, and contemporary designs, the label offers high-quality ready-to-wear collections featuring dresses, knitwear, denim, coats, and accessories . Rooted in German craftsmanship but drawing strong inspiration from Italian style, Luisa Cerano stands out for its attention to premium materials, refined cuts, and effortless charisma. The brand emphasizes sustainability, ethical production, and social responsibility—working closely with European suppliers and maintaining in‑house design and prototyping in Nürtingen, Germany
Waanz.in
A Belgium‑based multidisciplinary digital studio that develops innovative digital tools at the intersection of research, data, art, and technology . They design and build engaging apps, websites, prototypes, and platforms with a strong focus on usability and aesthetics, believing in the equal importance of technology and design. Operating as a creative space in Ghent, their portfolio ranges from flexible institutional sites (e.g., KASK & Conservatorium) to cultural platforms (e.g., Museum Dhondt‑Dhaenens, Antwerp Poster Festival, P.A.R.T.S.), digital products like event management tools (Pierrot), and civic projects such as Telraam traffic monitors. Founded and led by Dave Driesmans and Fred Lagast, Waanz.in thrives on experimental collaboration, encouraging lively, design‑driven digital experiences.
Boboli
A Spanish children’s fashion brand established in 1981 by Teresa Ochoa in Barcelona, now part of Star Textil and co-led by Mónica and Arancha Algás . With a colorful, playful aesthetic, Boboli designs high-quality, durable knitwear and apparel for ages ranging from newborns to teens, split across four main lines: newborn, toddler, girls, and boys. The brand is present globally—in around 1,700 multi-brand and standalone stores across 50 countries—and showcases its seasonal collections at major trade shows and fashion events including Barcelona Fashion Week and Pitti Bimbo. Guided by the ethos “Because life doesn’t come with instructions… and nor do children!”, Boboli combines functional, soft fabrics with bold prints and vibrant colors to inspire exploration while ensuring comfort and longevity.
Bastet Noir
An innovative made-to-measure online label that empowers single mothers and domestic abuse survivors in North Macedonia through meaningful employment and high-quality, custom-made clothing. They specialize in made-to-order, zero‑waste pieces crafted from deadstock and recycled materials like wool, linen, silk, and cotton, with options ranging from timeless dresses and suits to trench coats and blouses. Bastet Noir’s minimalist aesthetic focuses on clean lines, neutral palettes, and flattering silhouettes suitable for all body types. Ethically produced in small studios, every purchase supports fair wages, community reinvestment, carbon-neutral practices, and social initiatives like “The Women Fund”. The brand is rated “Good” by Good On You for its sustainable values and commitment to social impact.
Staff Jersey
A high-end Italian textile manufacturer founded in 2006 in Carpi, a key hub of the Italian knitwear industry. They specialize in producing premium jacquard knitted and jersey fabrics, using a wide range of fibers—from natural (wool, cotton, silk, cashmere) to synthetics (polyester, polyamide) and advanced technical yarns like silver, carbon, and polypropylene—under a fully owned and constantly upgraded production setup . The company places a strong emphasis on R&D, staying trend‑focused and developing innovative processes to meet evolving market demands. Additionally, Staff Jersey has launched an in‑house technical sports underwear line called Skinsonik, made entirely in Italy. .
European Fashion Alliance
A membership based alliance founded in 2022 in which international fashion and textil organisations share experience and drive change in their sector. EFA empowers the fashion industry, its stakeholders and their activities, entrepreneurial creativity and innovation skills through advocacy and communication of the alliance of European Fashion Councils and like-minded organisations. EFA offers a platform for professional networking and communication on European level within the industry, but also cross-sectorial. EFA enhances the dynamic exchange of information within the industry, facilitating transfer of information, knowhow and best practices within the sector to empower entrepreneurial creativity and innovation skills.
Xandres
A renowned Belgian women’s fashion house established in 1927—originally named Andries & Co—now celebrated for creating timeless, quality-driven collections ranging from smart-casual to formalwear and accessories. Driven by elegant simplicity, Xandres prides itself on refined craftsmanship, sustainable materials, and inclusive sizing, catering to a diverse modern woman. With flagship stores in Brussels and multi-brand distribution across Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, and Germany, it’s expanding its affordable-luxury footprint. The brand stands for comfort, sophistication and durability—designing pieces that transcend seasons and support a longer wardrobe lifespan.
REAntwerp
Founded by designer Tim Van Steenbergen, journalist Ruth Goossens, and GATAM vzw. REAntwerp challenges conventional fashion by rethinking how garments are made and valued. Rooted in Antwerp’s avant-garde tradition, the initiative promotes a new model of fashion that is sustainable, timeless, locally anchored, and deeply respectful of the people behind the production process, all while maintaining style and quality. Through the creation of limited collections in collaboration with refugees and newcomers, REAntwerp highlights the unifying power of fashion. These artisans bring their craftsmanship and personal stories into each piece, gaining not only recognition but also a space of belonging within the local community.
