The Philosophy
The philosophy behind the label: a balance between humans, nature, and fashion. The focus is on biodesign, innovation, and values like transparency to create sustainable and artistic clothing.

The philosophy behind the label: a balance between humans, nature, and fashion. The focus is on biodesign, innovation, and values like transparency to create sustainable and artistic clothing.

For me, fashion means connection – with oneself, with others, and with nature. When a garment is created that carries joy into the world, I know: I am doing exactly what I am meant to do.
My label stands for a fashion that brings human and nature into harmony, inspired by the interconnected, subterranean world of fungi. Sustainability is not just a buzzword, but the core of my work. For me, this begins with the selection of materials and continues throughout the entire production process. I focus on conscious production, avoid overproduction through the made-to-order principle, and ensure that each garment is individually tailored to you. Just as no two leaves are alike, each piece is crafted individually for you.
For me, biodesign means building a bridge between biological materials, innovative technologies, and traditional craftsmanship. I continuously explore the intersections of nature and fashion by experimenting with innovative color pigments, cultivated textiles, and new materials like mushroom leather. My goal is to develop designs that, as novel and fascinating works of art, inspire reflection and initiate change. For me, fashion is a form of art that tells stories and evokes emotions.
The philosophy of my label is based on values such as transparency, fairness, joy, innovation, and authenticity. I want my fashion to exude both lightness and joy, as well as novelty and a spirit of experimentation. Every piece I create is unique and is intended to empower you to feel strong, beautiful, and confident in your own skin.
My designs emerge from a dialogue with nature and the people who wear my creations. Just as every flower in nature is unique, so is every person an individual work of art. This uniqueness inspires me and shows how clothing and personality can make each other shine. Each piece becomes an expression of self-appreciation – an embrace for your body.
With my designs, I want to create an awareness of nature without making compromises on elegance and comfort. I am convinced: Sustainable fashion must not be a compromise. Fashion should not only be aesthetically pleasing but also have a positive impact on our environment. It is my wish that through my fashion, you come to appreciate the connection to nature and, at the same time, feel unique, strong, and beautiful in my creations.
For my label, 'Slow Fashion' represents a conscious decision for quality over quantity. Each piece is therefore made to order, individually and locally in the atelier, to avoid unnecessary overproduction and storage.

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