Italian Converter has launched E.C.O. Kosmos, a new range of green materials. E.C.O. stands for Ecologic, Conversion, Optimisation, three unique concepts and values that embody Italian Converter DNA: sustainability, transformative process and quality improvement. For over 25 years, Italian Converter has been creating high-quality materials for some of the leading fashion and accessories brands.
The collection offers complete and balanced range sustainable materials - from natural to eco high tech onesthat are transformed, enriched and valued in 9 high-tech cuttingedge innovations thanks to the Italian Converter expertise. The natural line starts from bases of cotton bonded with Amni Soul Eco®, an enhanced •polyamide 6.6 that degrades within 5 years instead of decades, as other conventional ones do. The stretch innovations start from bases in GRS-certified Newlife™, a cutting-edge premium •Recycled polyester created using a High-Tech Conversion Model.
Through a mechanical process, used plastic bottles are turned into top-quality polymer and yarn which is 100 per cent traceable and 100 per cent Made in Italy. The whole process takes place within a 100 sq. km area in Piedmont in Northern Italy. Toupe and brik red E.C.O. Graffiti (100 per cent linen) on E.C.O. Aurora (cotton and Amni Soul Eco®) All the references make use only of water-based resins and Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® certified dying. The result is resistant and transpiring solutions which come with bold and high-performing features, with a soft touch or even with a silky, yet strong, and enveloping feel. The designs range from rustic to contemporary and nod to jacquard, ‘authentic look’ and ‘drill’ hints. E.C.O. Kosmos reflects design, innovation and responsible values, as well as 100% Italian Converter know-how.
