MATERIALS
- Jul 8
- 6 min read
Updated: Jul 14
Sustainability in design requires continuous evaluation of material lifecycles and advancing technologies. This article highlights the natural and innovative materials currently used in our collections, while also sharing our ongoing research into alternative sustainable resources.
可持續設計需要持續對物料的來源與技術進行研究。本文介紹了我們目前系列中採用的天然與創新物料，同時分享我們正在進行的物料研究。
ORGANIC COTTON // 有機棉
[currently in-use 目前應用]
Grown from non-genetically modified (non-GMO) seeds, organic cotton is cultivated using natural fertilisers such as compost and manure, instead of synthetic pesticides and chemical fertilisers. Soil fertility and pest control are maintained through crop rotation and biological methods.
This approach significantly reduces chemical impact on local ecosystems, wildlife, and farming communities. For the wearer, the absence of synthetic chemical residues also minimises the risk of skin irritation.
有機棉採用非基因改造（non-GMO）種子種植，使用堆肥和動物糞便等天然肥料，而非合成農藥和化學肥料。土壤肥力和害蟲管理則透過輪作和生物防治來維持。
這種農業方式大幅減少化學物質對當地生態系統、野生動物和農村社區的影響。對穿著者而言，沒有合成化學殘留物，亦可降低皮膚刺激的風險。
TENCEL™ LYOCELL // 天絲萊賽爾纖維
[currently in-use 目前應用]
Tencel™ is a premium, semi-synthetic protein-free fibre produced by the Austrian company Lenzing from responsibly sourced wood pulp.
Derived from sustainably managed forests (primarily Eucalyptus), Tencel™ is manufactured using a highly advanced closed-loop solvent spinning process. Over 99% of the water and non-toxic organic solvents used in production are continuously recovered and reused, significantly minimising chemical discharge. The fibre is certified as fully biodegradable and compostable under both industrial and natural conditions.
Renowned for its sleek, fluid drape and subtle natural lustre, Tencel™ also offers excellent moisture management and breathability — outperforming conventional cotton. Its smooth surface feels exceptionally soft and gentle against the skin, making it ideal for sensitive skin.
Tencel™ 是由奧地利 Lenzing 公司生產的高級半合成無蛋白纖維，原料來自負責任採購的木漿。
它主要取自可持續管理的森林（尤以尤加利樹為主），透過先進的閉環溶劑紡絲工藝製造。生產過程中，超過99%的水和無毒有機溶劑都能持續回收再利用，大幅減少化學廢料排放。該纖維獲得完全可生物降解及可堆肥認證，在工業及自然環境下均能自然分解。
Tencel™ 以柔滑垂墜的手感與細膩光澤著稱，同時具備優異的吸濕排汗與透氣性能，遠勝傳統棉料。其光滑的纖維表面對皮膚特別溫和，適合敏感肌膚。
COROZO // 棕櫚種子
[previously in-use 曾經應用SS24]
Crafted from the seeds of South American palm trees, Corozo is a 100% natural and biodegradable material commonly used for premium garment hardware. Known for its exceptional structural strength and scratch resistance, it has a porous composition that allows for uniform dye absorption. Each button features a unique natural grain pattern like an individual fingerprint.
Corozos 源自南美洲棕櫚樹的種子，是一種100%天然且可生物降解的物料，常被用於高品質服裝五金件。它擁有卓越的結構強度和抗刮特性，同時具備多孔結構，能均勻吸收染料。每顆鈕扣都呈現獨特的天然紋理，如同專屬的指紋一般。
MOTHER OF PEARL // 珍珠母貝
[currently in-use 目前應用]
A 100% natural and biodegradable hardware alternative crafted from the inner lining of mollusk shells, commonly known as nacre or Mother of Pearl.
Derived from a renewable marine byproduct, authentic shell buttons have a significantly lower carbon footprint compared to standard plastic (polyester) buttons. As a natural organic compound (CaCO₃), they decompose safely back into the ecosystem at the end of their lifecycle without releasing harmful microplastics.
Celebrated for their structural density and elegant iridescent luster that shifts beautifully under different lighting conditions, each button retains its unique organic irregularities. This means no two pieces are exactly alike in surface depth or light-reflective patterns.
珍珠母貝是源自軟體動物貝殼內襯的100%天然可生物降解五金替代物料，亦稱為 nacre 或珍珠母。
它來自可再生的海洋副產品，與傳統塑膠（聚酯）鈕扣相比，碳足跡大幅降低。作為天然有機化合物（CaCO₃），其在生命週期結束後能安全分解回生態系統，不會釋放有害微塑膠。
珍珠母貝以高密度結構和優雅的虹彩光澤著稱，在不同光線下會呈現迷人變化。每顆鈕扣都保留著獨特的天然不規則性，意味著沒有兩顆完全相同的表面紋理與光反射圖案。
MERCERIZED COTTON // 絲光棉
[currently in-use 目前應用]
Our hand embroidery details are executed using 100% long-staple cotton threads manufactured in France. The threads undergo a double mercerization process that enhances tensile strength, smoothness, and surface luster.
我們的手工刺繡細節採用法國製造的100%長纖維棉線製作。棉線經過雙重絲光處理，大幅提升了拉伸強度、平滑度與表面光澤。
WASHABLE KRAFT PAPER // 可水洗牛皮紙
[currently in-use 目前應用]
Made from natural wood pulp sourced from responsibly managed forests, our washable Kraft paper is designed for easy care. It can withstand repeated domestic laundry cycles without tearing, shrinking, or losing structural integrity. Over time, washing enhances its tactile quality, developing a soft, vintage crinkled texture reminiscent of worn leather.
採用來自負責任管理森林的天然木漿製成，我們的可水洗牛皮紙易於保養，能承受多次家庭洗滌循環而不撕裂、縮水或失去結構強度。隨著時間和洗滌次數增加，它會逐漸形成柔軟復古的皺褶質感，宛如穿舊的皮革般迷人。
SILK // 絲綢
[ Ongoing Research / 延伸研究]
Silk is a high-performance protein fibre spun by silkworms (Bombyx mori). It is a naturally renewable and fully biodegradable textile. Compared to synthetic petroleum-based polymers, silk production generally requires significantly less water, fewer chemicals, and less energy-intensive processing.
The silk materials currently used in our collections are not certified cruelty-free. We acknowledge this industry-wide challenge with full transparency and are actively researching alternative ethical silk options, such as Ahimsa (Peace Silk).
Our ongoing exploration of natural materials is inspired by groundbreaking speculative design projects, particularly the Silk Pavilion by Neri Oxman and the MIT Media Lab. By guiding silkworms to spin silk in controlled environments, the project demonstrated a revolutionary bio-fabrication method — combining biology, digital fabrication, and material science to create structures without boiling cocoons. Although this innovation is still exploratory and not yet scalable for mass textile production, it offers a powerful vision for a future where fashion can exist in genuine symbiosis with nature.
蠶絲是由家蠶（Bombyx mori）吐出的高性能蛋白質纖維，屬於天然可再生且完全可生物降解的紡織材料。相較於石油基合成纖維，蠶絲生產過程通常需要較少的水、化學物質和能源。
我們目前使用的蠶絲物料尚未獲得無動物殘忍認證。我們以完全透明的態度承認這一行業普遍存在的挑戰，並正積極研究更符合道德的替代方案，例如 Ahimsa（和平蠶絲）。
我們對天然物料的持續探索，深受前瞻性設計項目啟發，尤其是 Neri Oxman 與 MIT Media Lab 合作的《Silk Pavilion》。該項目透過引導蠶在受控環境下吐絲，展示了一種革命性的生物製造方法 — 結合生物學、數位製造與材料科學，在無需煮繭的情況下構築結構。雖然這項生物製造創新仍處於探索階段，尚未能大規模應用於紡織生產，但它為時裝業如何與自然真正共生提供了重要的藍圖。
Our material archive is an evolving logbook. As technology advances and more responsible supply chains become accessible, we will continue to update this page with full transparency, charting our progress from source to garment.
我們的物料檔案是一份持續更新的日誌。隨著紡織技術的演進以及更具責任感的供應鏈成熟，我們將持續以完全透明的方式更新此頁面，記錄我們從源頭到衣物的每一步探索。
