“Fashion is kind of my security blanket.” Billie Eilish
Bondage
Lace-up shoes are only for winter? Balenciaga and co. prove the opposite and add lots of ribbons to airy heels. The good thing about this is that we can simply lace up our shoes more loosely when temperatures rise and give our feet a bit of breathing space. Pay attention to the quality of the shoe laces – satin or velvet are ideal for a grand entrance – and feel free to experiment with the lacing techniques. Balenciaga, “Corset”, approx. 1’380.-
Softie
Fashion gently wakes us up from our winter slumber. In this case with delicate pastel shades, which are particularly effective in the form of dresses or skirts. Airy and light like the cap on the cappuccino that we will soon be able to drink outside again. Until then, we’re still experimenting with these colors, which, when combined as different pieces, really make us look forward to spring.
Activist
Have you read it? Those ten percent of CO2 emissions for which the fashion industry is responsible? Let it sink in – and then read “Fashion Changers”. The work gives hope and encouragement to finally change something – in oneself, in one’s own consumption. In addition to explanations of terms such as fair fashion, sustainability and the climate crisis as well as explanations of labels, fashion labels that do everything right are also presented here. Jana Braumüller, Vreni Jäckle and Nina Lorenzen, “Fashion Changers”, Knesebeck, ca. 30.-
10%
Airplanes, cargo ships? No, the fashion industry is one of the biggest sinners, accounting for ten percent of global CO2 emissions. Insiders expect this figure to rise to 30 percent by 2030. How can we counteract this? Buy less, recycle more.
Role model
Fish are starving because of plastic in their bellies, and microplastics are changing the ecosystem. In the end, we all choke on our own waste. So. What can you do about it? Fishing plastic waste out of the sea and recycling it, for example. Founded by two friends in Germany, the Got Bag label produces its backpacks from recycled plastic from the sea – and even goes so far as to repair defective products. That is the right approach. Got Bag, “4 Ocean Rolltop”, backpack, approx. 179.- www.rrrevolve.ch
Blinds
The sun may not be peeking around the corner just yet, but we’re happy to make an effort to get cool glasses now. Especially when it comes to eye-catchers such as those from Chanel, whose accompanying campaign features singer Angèle and Pharrell Williams, among others. Each of the five pairs of sunglasses is inspired by a muse, which is why the models could not be more different. Transparent acetate frame with pearl necklace or wide privacy screen with houndstooth pattern? Metal butterfly shape or thick frame with bling? In any case, Chanel glasses are one more reason to look forward to sunny days. Chanel, approx. 1’020.-
Delivery service
Jeremy Scott doesn’t have all his eggs in one basket! However, the audacity to turn a pizza box into a bag (made of leather, after all) and sell it for 899 deserves our admiration.
Speed camera
If you catch sight of an unusual men’s outfit while strolling through Zurich, there’s a good chance that it’s from Julian Zigerli. He was able to show his collection in Milan in 2014 and has long been a fixture in the city on the Limmat – thanks in part to his own store in Zurich’s old town. Normally known for his colorful prints, Zigerli almost takes a back seat for his collection with Swarovski. The sparkling crystals adorn harnesses, mesh bags, T-shirts and key rings and ensure that Zurich’s streets sparkle even in the misty spring.
