Analogously, this term can be used in the construction of clothing: different fabrics combined in order to preserve their particular properties and characteristics, forming a harmonious and singular unity. This is the aim of Neriage: to explore the texture, the details, different materials and their possibilities. Therefore, we always say that our creation process is a dialogue with the fabric. This dialogue includes several hands and knowledge, which bring a story of their own to the clothes and make it come alive.

Sustainability in the three pillars (environmental, economic and social) is our main concern in all stages of manufacture. In addition to a production 100% tracked and made in Brazil (from inputs to labor), with each collection we seek to increase the percentage of fabrics with ecological bases and small producers. The only type of fabric that we use that is not composed of natural fibers is the crepe that we use as a basis for pleating. This is because only synthetic fabrics maintain the durability of the pleats – and durability is our key point. However, all the remains of fabric from our productions are sent to the fabric bank (for reuse by other companies) and the smaller pieces are transformed into strips for the pieces or are donated to associations that reuse scraps. In the economic field, we work only with certified suppliers and closely monitor each stage of production. This care and appreciation of the human being behind the process, in addition to the sum of knowledge and opinions that make our pieces so special, are the main component of our costs.

Annually we also develop social projects in partnership with associations and raise funds for various causes.

Some partnerships already developed:

– co-creation of tucum bags with AMARN (Association of Indigenous Women of Alto do Rio Negro)

– co-creation of bags and hats with the indigenous WARAO refugees from Venezuela and sheltered by the International Humanitarian Fraternity in the shelters of Janokoida and Pintolândia (RR).

Contact

Neriage
https://neriage.com.br
@neriage_