Gucci is pleased to announce the winner of a sustainability design contest mounted in conjunction with the Institut Français de la Mode (IFM). We are also celebrating the publication of "Ever Bamboo" the second edition of the occasional newspaper by Ever Manifesto (www.evermanifesto.com).
The sustainability contest was conceived by Ever Manifesto with the aim of supporting and promoting initiatives inspired by “green vision” within the fashion, design and architecture industries.
The young designers from IFM were asked to take inspiration from Gucci’s famous Bamboo bag applying the principle of minimum environmental impact in their creations and also the values of innovation, appeal, and authenticity that have characterised the history of Gucci's success over the years.
Sustainability Design Contest and "Ever Bamboo" publication
The winner of the sustainability contest is Laura Popoviciu, with a handbag model characterized by an origami-like design with recycled cotton, bamboo linen lining and bamboo handles. The corners fasten together with snaps, requiring minimal cutting and construction time. The “Ever Manifesto Bamboo Bag” has now been produced by Gucci as a limited edition series available in Gucci boutiques in New York, Paris, Rome, London and Tokyo as well as on gucci.com.
Taking inspiration from the bamboo theme, Ever Manifesto invited Stefano Tonchi, Editor in Chief of W Magazine, to guest edit a special edition of the occasional newspaper entitled, "Ever Bamboo." Entirely sponsored by Gucci and printed on recycled paper with a bamboo paper cover, the 50 page publication explores stories of people who have supported the use of bamboo through fashion, culture, architecture, design, gardens, art, and food.
Taking inspiration from the bamboo theme, Ever Manifesto invited Stefano Tonchi, Editor in Chief of W Magazine, to guest edit a special edition of the occasional newspaper entitled, "Ever Bamboo." Entirely sponsored by Gucci and printed on recycled paper with a bamboo paper cover, the 50 page publication explores stories of people who have supported the use of bamboo through fashion, culture, architecture, design, gardens, art, and food.
A. Niedzielski, C. Casiraghi, F. Giannini, S.Tonchi, E. Guttman (Getty Images)
