Summary
- Profile Type
- Business Offer
- POD Reference
- BOFR20241113024
- Term of Validity
- 13 November 2024 - 13 November 2025
- Company's Country
- France
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
- Targeted Countries
- Belgium
- Austria
- Canada
- Denmark
- Israel
- Greece
- Germany
- Japan
- Iceland
- Finland
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Norway
- Ireland
- Luxembourg
- United Kingdom
- Spain
- Switzerland
- Romania
- United States
- Sweden
- Portugal
- Poland
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General information
- Short Summary
- A sustainable denim brand from France, specializing in eco-friendly women's jeans, is seeking distributors and agents across Europe. The brand offers high-quality, organic cotton jeans designed for style-conscious and environmentally aware women. Key advantages include reduced water usage and ethical production. The company seeks distribution partnerships to expand its presence in European markets.
- Full Description
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This company is a France-based organization in the fashion industry, specializing in the production of sustainable denim products, with a focus on women's jeans. The business is committed to gradually reducing its carbon footprint by adopting eco-friendly production practices, including the use of organic cotton and recycled water. Additionally, the company integrates a strong social responsibility component into its mission by donating a portion of sales to schools that support neurodiverse children, helping them gain independence. Currently, the company has established itself in its domestic market and is now looking to expand across Europe, aligning with the growing demand for ethical, sustainable fashion.
The offering consists of a range of eco-conscious women's jeans designed for style-conscious consumers who also value sustainability. These jeans are produced using organic cotton, which minimizes the environmental impact of traditional denim production. Water recycling technology is used throughout the manufacturing process, significantly reducing the consumption of this vital resource. The product is designed for retailers and fashion distributors looking to enhance their selection of sustainable apparel.
The expertise behind this offering lies in innovative denim production techniques aimed at minimizing environmental impact while maintaining high-quality standards. The company uses advanced methods to limit water and chemical use, and its team includes experts in eco-design and circular fashion. Transparency in the supply chain and adherence to fair labor practices further ensure the ethical nature of the product.
Potential applications of the offer include partnerships with fashion retailers, boutiques, and online platforms, particularly those with a focus on sustainable fashion. The jeans are ideal for inclusion in eco-conscious collections and can appeal to consumers looking for ethically produced clothing. As the global trend shifts towards sustainability, these jeans are well-suited for integration into circular fashion systems, such as second-hand and upcycling programs, which support long-term sustainability goals.
The company seeks to establish distribution agreements, agency representation, and retail collaborations across Europe. These partnerships may include exclusive distribution rights, as well as opportunities with stores and agents that prioritize sustainable and socially responsible products. The aim is to create lasting relationships with partners who share the vision of reducing environmental impact while supporting important social causes through the business. - Advantages and Innovations
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Innovative Aspects and Advantages:
By the end of 2025, all jeans will be produced with a strong focus on reducing their environmental footprint. This includes implementing energy-efficient manufacturing processes and sourcing sustainable materials, such as organic cotton, to lower water consumption and carbon emissions.
The brand already uses low-impact dyeing techniques that significantly reduce water pollution and chemical waste. Its future production will focus on continuous improvement in these areas, with the goal of minimizing the use of non-renewable resources and cutting overall emissions.
Social Impact:
While working towards ecological sustainability, the brand is already increasing its social impact. A portion of each sale is donated to schools supporting neurodiverse children, helping fund programs that foster independence for children with special needs. This initiative reflects the company's commitment to both environmental and social responsibility.
Environmental and Social Benefits:
• Environmental Benefits: The 2025 production goal aims to use fewer resources, minimize waste, and contribute to global sustainability efforts.
• Social Benefits: Through ongoing financial support for neurodiverse education, the company provides direct, measurable contributions to social causes.
Comparison with Competitors:
• Sustainability Commitment: Unlike many competitors, the brand has set a clear environmental target for 2025 while already making a significant social impact.
• Ethical Production: Organic cotton, reduced water usage, and fair labor practices set this product apart from conventional denim brands.
Fulfilled Needs:
The jeans fulfill the growing consumer demand for ethical fashion, offering a product that is both stylish and environmentally responsible. The brand appeals to socially conscious consumers who seek to support positive environmental and social initiatives through their purchasing choices. - Stage of Development
- Already on the market
- Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 4: Quality Education
- Goal 10: Reduced Inequality
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- IPR status
- IPR granted
Partner Sought
- Expected Role of a Partner
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Type of Partner Sought:
The company is seeking partners primarily in the fashion and apparel industry, including but not limited to:
• Distributors with established networks in sustainable and eco-friendly fashion.
• Agents who can represent the brand and expand its market reach across Europe.
• Retailers with a focus on sustainable clothing, both online and offline.
• Eco-conscious fashion platforms that promote sustainable brands and products.
Specific Areas of Partner Activity:
• Fashion Distributors: Partners with experience distributing apparel to eco-friendly retailers, boutiques, department stores, and online platforms.
• Retail Agents: Professionals who can represent the brand, negotiate deals with retailers, and help secure placements in prominent sustainable fashion stores and e-commerce sites.
• Retailers and Boutiques: Fashion stores or multi-brand platforms focused on ethical, sustainable, and eco-friendly products, particularly denim.
Tasks to be Performed:
• Distribution: Distributors are expected to help expand the brand's presence in various European markets by ensuring that the product is available in key retail channels, including sustainable fashion boutiques, department stores, and online marketplaces.
• Representation: Agents will act as representatives of the brand, helping to secure new retail partnerships, negotiate agreements, and ensure the brand's visibility and alignment with sustainable fashion trends.
• Promotion and Marketing: Partners are expected to actively promote the brand's sustainable denim collection, highlighting its environmental and social benefits to appeal to eco-conscious consumers. This could include assisting with local marketing campaigns, attending fashion fairs, or participating in promotional events to increase brand awareness.
• Collaboration on Sales Strategies: Partners will collaborate closely with the company to develop localized sales and marketing strategies that resonate with specific European markets, ensuring the products align with regional consumer preferences and trends.
• Feedback and Market Insights: Partners are encouraged to provide regular feedback on market performance and consumer preferences, enabling the brand to adapt its product line, improve sustainability efforts, and better meet the needs of local customers.
Additional Opportunities for Collaboration:
• Sustainable Fashion Collaborations: The brand is open to working with fashion platforms or organizations that promote circular fashion, upcycling, and sustainable retail practices. Potential partners could include platforms specializing in second-hand or upcycled fashion.
• Joint Marketing Initiatives: The company is interested in partners who can co-develop marketing initiatives or awareness campaigns focused on promoting sustainable fashion, eco-friendly denim, or ethical consumerism. This could include collaborations on social media campaigns, sustainable fashion events, or influencer partnerships.
The ideal partner will have an existing presence in the sustainable fashion market, strong connections with eco-conscious retailers, and a commitment to promoting environmentally and socially responsible products. Flexibility in distribution and a proactive approach to market expansion are highly valued in potential partners. - Type and Size of Partner
- SME <=10
- SME 50 - 249
- SME 11-49
- Type of partnership
- Commercial agreement
Dissemination
- Market keywords
- 07002002 - Clothing and shoe stores
- 07002005 - Other retailing
- Sector Groups Involved
- Textiles
- Targeted countries
- Belgium
- Austria
- Canada
- Denmark
- Israel
- Greece
- Germany
- Japan
- Iceland
- Finland
- Netherlands
- Italy
- Norway
- Ireland
- Luxembourg
- United Kingdom
- Spain
- Switzerland
- Romania
- United States
- Sweden
- Portugal
- Poland