"Sustainable textiles tend to be faded in color,
often meaning an aesthetic compromise, underperforming and lacking
excitement." says Elissa Brunato.
Elissa Brunato, Co-Founder, Radiant Matter
Having spent several years working across design, technical
development and production of some of the most vibrant British
fashion brands, including Erdem and Peter Pilotto, the material
designer knew these muted tones were not going to convert couture
houses to using more sustainable materials. She chose to make it
her mission to bridge the gap between aesthetic desires of the
industry and a sustainable approach to materials.
It therefore felt like a huge achievement to open the spring
2023 edition of American VOGUE and see the model Cara Delevingne
lounging across a double-page spread in a Stella McCartney jumpsuit
sparkling with the natural sequins made by her startup, Radiant
Matter.
