Building a better future in fashion
In ESCVDO we create pieces thinking about the people
wearing them, being conscious about each person involved in
our production chain, and respectful towards the environment.
THREE PILLARS GUIDE OUR WORK
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Value artisanal work, compensate fairly
We employ skilled artisans in both the sourcing of materials and the creation of our one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces.
We are a platform for artisans to develop and preserve local techniques under the modality of business ventures and micro-enterprises.
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Trust community work
We have created an articulated network of artisans in the three natural regions of Peru.
We work through organizations that share our aim to provide economic independence and empower women in vulnerable situations, and who share our concern with traceability.
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Care for the planet
We use fully traceable materials. 80% of our clothing is pre-ordered. We aim to avoid overproduction and promote the value of the craftsmanship behind each unique piece. We strive towards zero waste through innovation in textile.
We employ over
400
Artisans
95% Women
91% are from rural areas
40% are from low-income households
62% are supporting their families
THE GLOBAL GOALS
Our Commitment to the following United Nation’s SDGs
GET TO THE SOURCE
COTTON
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We work with organic Pima cotton from the coastal
region of Pisco, Peru. Our supplier is LA COLONIAL
FABRICA DE HILOS S.A. certified SGS ISO 9001,
OEKO-TEX Standard 100, and GOTS.
ALPACA
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All the alpaca wool in our production is sourced from
the Peruvian Andes by INCALPACA TPX S.A. who
partner with local farmers in the preservation of
traditional shearing.
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Certifications: FAIR TRADE PERU GOOD
PRACTICES; Gold Certificate of Compliance by WRAP;
BASC certificate of compliance; Carbon Footprint
Certification by the Peruvian Ministry of Production.
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Alpaca wool is softer, lighter, and warmer than most
other wools, and is considered the most eco-friendly
fiber.
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No animals are harmed in the production process.
PLANT BASED
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We research and create with organic plant based
fabrics, with techniques and materials taught to us by
our allies in the Amazon region.
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The “chambira” (astrocaryum chambira), a plant many
communities from the Peruvian rainforest use to braid
fishing nets, hammocks and other household utensils.
