Lookbook collection Manteco

COMMON VALUES

The values of SAAJ and Manteco converge in a quest for authenticity, quality, and respect for the environment, but each House brings its unique vision and expertise.

At SAAJ, we primarily advocate for elegance and sustainability in fashion. Sustainability is not just an option: it is a conviction. Every detail matters and every garment tells a story, where ethics guide every decision.

Based in Prato, a few kilometers from Florence, Manteco embodies tradition and innovation in the service of sustainability. With a heritage of over eight decades, this Italian House is recognized for its commitment to circular economy and recycling by upcycling natural fibers like wool to create high-quality fabrics.

THE EVIDENCE OF A COLLABORATION

The collaboration between SAAJ and Manteco was an evidence: two Houses united by common values, a quest for authenticity, and a sustainable vision of fashion. By combining the minimalist elegance and the timeless cuts of SAAJ with the eco-responsible and noble materials of Manteco, this collection celebrates a perfect harmony between style and ethics. Each piece embodies a natural alchemy, where innovation and tradition unite to offer a fashion that is both bold, conscious, and profoundly sophisticated.

A UNIQUE KNOW-HOW

Combining the craftsmanship and the contemporary creativity of SAAJ with the sustainable and innovative textile expertise of Manteco, each piece embodies elegance, quality, and a deep commitment to the environment.

The SAAJ x Manteco collection marries these values and skills to give birth to unique pieces, where each recycled fabric and each cut have been carefully chosen to provide an experience of comfort, elegance, and sustainability. These pieces embody a shared vision: fashion that is as respectful of the environment as it is of style.

TRADITION & INNOVATION

The SAAJ x Manteco collection is the reflection of a unique dialogue between tradition and innovation. Manteco, with its years of expertise, provides exceptional fabrics born from artisanal techniques and sustainable innovation, while on our side, we reinterpret these materials with resolutely contemporary design. Together, we push the boundaries of creation by merging timeless know-how and modernity to offer pieces that honor the past while shaping the future of responsible fashion.

UNMATCHED QUALITY

This collection embodies an exceptional quality, born from the meticulous craftsmanship of SAAJ and the innovative textile mastery of Manteco. Each piece is the result of a careful handcrafted work, where every seam, every finish, and every material are chosen with great precision. This collection reflects this double standard of quality, with pieces that combine the artisanal precision of SAAJ and the nobility of Manteco's sustainable fabrics.

THE PERFECT COMPOSITION

Manteco has designed the circular process Recype® to create recycled wool in color without using chemicals and added dyes. The recovered garments are sorted and recycled by color, so the recycled wool fibers are already dyed from their previous life. The recycled fibers are then weighed and blended to create a new color composition, which is then adjusted to the amount of fabric produced.

A STYLE

The SAAJ x Manteco collection explores a universe of refined silhouettes and natural hues, with timeless minimalist pieces that redefine comfort and style. These silhouettes with clean cuts offer freedom of movement and a perfect drape, while maintaining timeless elegance. The neutral colors highlight the natural beauty of Manteco materials, while emphasizing the chic simplicity of each creation. Every piece in this collection embodies a distinctly modern style, blending sophistication and minimalism.

A CHARACTER

This unique collection imposes a strong and assertive character, anchored in the very essence of minimalism. Each piece exudes a natural elegance, blending comfort and sophistication effortlessly. Far from conventions, this collection stands out with its daring allure and timeless modernity, designed for those who seek to assert their style with subtlety and awareness. It embodies a free spirit, where minimalist elegance is fully expressed in generous cuts and noble fabrics.