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Visit the Mode Estime workshop, a social economy association created in 2011 by Alice Merle, which aims to help vulnerable people regain their self-esteem through textile design and sewing. Mathilde Coin, the association's communications manager, explains its missions, as well as the projects set up to support social and professional integration.
Madeleine Ably, designer of the SIXSŒURS brand, opens the doors of her design studio in the heart of Paris, where each of her pieces comes to life. She shares with us her deep love of craftsmanship, her passion for vintage and her commitment to Made in France.
We headed for Montargis, in the small town of Villemandeur, to meet Diego du Réau, President of France Luxury Shirt, a garment making workshop specializing in shirts for the luxury goods industry. Diego du Réau, who took over the reins in 2020, shares with us the evolution of the workshop since its Design and the strategic challenges it faces to continue to grow and remain competitive.
A virtuous and creative practice of the circular economy, Upcycling is taking shape in the ready-to-wear sector, with a growing number of brands, sourcing solutions and clothing manufacturers specializing in this area.
Meet Cécile Gayraud, aka Cécile Gray, in the heart of her Paris workshop. Textile designer and professions d'art, Cécile Gray creates clothing and accessories in metallic knits. She shares her story and her exceptional savoir-faire at the crossroads of architecture, fashion and jewelry.
Although they appreciate it, the French are unfamiliar with the rules and labels that govern the use of Made in France labels.





