Dress

Student Name : SIMONA TSUTSUMANOVA

Mentor Name : KALINKA BELEVA

Company : NPG

Green Producer Diary

My Motivation

I created this product because I believe that every garment deserves a second life, especially denim, which for me has a very long lifecycle. Upcycling used clothing is a great way to act more responsibly towards nature. Sustainability is important for the future of our planet.

My Vetrine Journey 

At the beginning of the project, I explored many ideas from magazines and online sources related to clothing recycling. Gradually, I chose to create a garment that reflects my personal style and character. I decided to design and make a dress.

The process took several months and included cutting, sewing, and fitting. At times, I had to modify certain details of the design. This was challenging, but it helped me learn new skills. In the end, I was able to use almost all of the available prepared materials.

 

Sustainability Aspect

Your Actions / Explanation

Environmental

We used recyclable materials that do not require additional resources for extraction and processing.

Social

In mass production, our products can be manufactured by a local company that ensures good working conditions and fair wages.

Financial

My products have low production costs, a long product life cycle, and use cost-effective and sustainable production techniques.

 

A Message to Consumers

I would like people to see how much can be achieved with imagination. Old clothes can be transformed into new products. This is our way of showing care for nature.

 

A Message to Future Learners

Work with patience and attention to detail. Old materials can be very interesting to work with and offer opportunities for original ideas.

Product Details

Product Name

Dress

Reference / SKU

VETRINE-ENSEMBLE-BLUE DENIM – M-012

Color

BLUE

Size

M

Weight

640 g

Quantity (if multi-pack)

One

 

Materials Information

Composition

100% recyclable denim

Main fabric of the product

Manufacturing & Supply Chain

1

Location

Gotse Delchev, Bulgaria

2

Date

–

3

Type of processes

Washing, Distribution and sorting, Cutting, Manufacturing, Finishing operations

supply chain map

  • Tier 4Raw material

    Raw material production and extraction (Raw material from used clothing intended for recycling)

  • Tier 3Material processing

    Processing into raw materials (Distribution and sorting of components)

  • Tier 2Component manufacturing

    Production and preparation of components (Cutting of components)

  • Tier 1Final assembly

    Final product manufacturing (Production in a clothing workshop)

Environmental & Social Impact

100% recyclable cotton

Main fabric of the product

8 hours, $25

Care, Repair & Lifetime Extension

1

Care Instructions

Machine wash at 30°C, air dry

2

Repair Information

Repair: zipper replacement, local recycling