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CALL OF NATURE

PYRENEX It all started with the feather – the passion for this natural product has been at Pyrenex’s focus for over 160 years now and is a recurring element of its products. In its designs and working processes, the brand sets great store by authenticity, wellbeing and nature. The latter in particular carries great significance throughout its history because environmental protection and social issues have been an important element of the company philosophy from the very beginning. Simply by recycling and using a by-product of local farming, Pyrenex is making an active contribution to sustainable development and the circular economy with animal welfare being one of its top priorities.

So it isn’t surprising that the brand is going back to its roots for the spring/summer 2022 collection, in which Pyrenex has created a protective space from all socially disruptive and environmentally damaging influences by working with materials that are based on recycled and organic components, while also evoking a feeling of lightness, protection and comfort in the way they are made. The colour palette reflects the natural sources of inspiration, with fresh blue tones (Oxygen, Atlantic) and neutrals (Arctic Ice, Feather Grey) breathing new life into the classics from the Pyrenex colour palette (Black, Admiral, Jungle and Foam). And bright yellow breaks through the other colours like rays of sunlight for an interesting twist. /dt

HANDCRAFTSMANSHIP FOR THE FEET

ESSEN THE LABEL makes timeless and comfortable shoes, flats, sandals and boots that are sustainably produced. And all at very reasonable prices, considering the extremely high quality. Handcrafted by experienced craftsmen and women in solarpowered factories, only premium-quality materials from small producers are used, with waste kept to a minimum thanks to the small-batch production. The highest quality Italian, chrome-free aniline leather takes these shoes to next-level perfection with the meticulous eye for detail adding to their uniqueness. Instead of machines doing the work, handcraftsmanship is celebrated with the individual character of each pair. At the focus here is the brand’s signature quality. Following the ‘less is more’ ethos, Essen The Label encourages its customers to buy less and choose more carefully. The name Essen comes from the word essential: the label is staying true to this ideal and wants customers to think carefully about what they need – no more and no less – to avoid excess. The collection is only available online. /ja