Denmark's Stamm wins AW23 Zalando Sustainability Award

Stamm will receive a prize of €20,000 and the opportunity to develop an exclusive collection with Zalando that will further leverage more sustainable design solutions across materials, production processes, technology, and traceability. To further support Stamm in its growth, Zalando will make its AW23 collection, showcased at Copenhagen Fashion Week, available to Zalando customers across all European markets, the online platform said in a press release.

“Being selected as the winner of the Zalando Sustainability Award is both magical and motivating. It is a celebration of a young brand that is driven by innovation, diversity, and aesthetic expression with a conscious mindset. We are humble and proud to be a part of such an important and purposeful platform and have the opportunity to connect with industry leaders. Winning this award will let us expand our network and keep working towards bringing positive change. I also hope to be able to inspire others to create with purpose and believe in exchange across borders,” said creative director Elisabet Stamm.

“We are delighted to be able to announce Stamm as the fifth winner of the Zalando Sustainability Award at Copenhagen Fashion Week AW23. The craftsmanship and embroidery on the leather styles as well as the complex construction of the down jackets were a highlight. We look forward to working with Stamm to create a capsule collection that explores alternative design solutions and innovative ideas,” said Lena Sophie Röper, director of designer and luxury at Zalando.

“With the announcement of Stamm as the winner of this edition, it is a celebration of the brand’s endless dedication to explore innovative materials compositions and transformative silhouettes. Stamm’s creations are inspiring not only through their astonishing designs but also through being a carrier of the brand’s commitment to support and restore the use of handcrafted materials,” said jury member Cecilie Thorsmark, CEO of Copenhagen Fashion Week.

Runner-up Selam Fessahaye was recognised by the jury for her huge range of materials, styles, and technical competency, while TG Botanical was praised for the craftsmanship and use of natural raw materials and local production.

The Zalando Sustainability Award finalists’ collections were presented at Copenhagen Fashion Week’s venue from January 31–February 2, 2023. The collections were also showcased in the Zalando Greenhouse, a digital showroom that allows consumers around the world to watch the shows through livestream.

Fibre2Fashion News Desk (NB)