VIVIERS

VIVIERS is an ethical clothing brand that creates luxurious, handcrafted garments designed to be heirloom pieces. Garments are made-to-order and individually cut from deadstock fabric, ensuring minimal waste at every step of the design process. VIVIERS is committed to transparency, with all garments made in-house at Lotus House, each signed by the artisan who made them.

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Features

Resources and materials

Majority of the fabric is deadstock
Organic hemp is sourced from Hemporium
Uses natural dyes and eco-printing for natural fibres

Making and manufacturing

All garments are produced at Lotus House in Johannesburg
Employees are paid above minimum wage
Sewing machines use power-saving motors
Left-over fabric is reused in new designs
Small, unusable pieces are used for stuffing or donated for doll’s clothing

Social and cultural

Collaborates with local artisans that are focused on social upliftment, such as Kaross and Wrapt Knitwear
Offers a paid mentorship program
Maintains a culturally diverse and equitable workplace, employing 10 people
Supports the Ntethelelo Foundation and Didi and Friends

Product and design

Pieces are genderless, timeless and trans-seasonal
Pieces are made-to-order to avoid excess stock
Items are cut as individual pieces to reduce waste
Fabrics bought are used for multiple seasons

Packaging and distribution

Uses natural calico for garment bags
Shopping bags and boxes are designed to be reusable and collectable
Customers can opt for no packaging or upcycled packaging
Tags are made from deadstock left-over fabric
Every garment carries a lifetime warranty
Repair service is included in the price of the garments

2024 Winner: Nicholas Coutts Artisanal Fashion Award

2024 Winner: Changemaker Award

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Address

14 Hillcrest Rd, Westcliff, Randburg, 2122, South Africa

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