Elastane, spandex and lycra are three names for the same synthetic fibre. This fibre gives almost every close-fitting garment its stretch and shape, but is rarely alone in the fabric: a few per cent is enough. We explain what elastane does, where its weaknesses lie, and which alternative we already use at erlich textil.

Slow Fashion is more than a trend. It's a movement for more sustainable and ethical fashion. We explain what Slow Fashion means, how it differs from Fast Fashion, and how you can make your own consumption more conscious.

What happens to a textile is determined not only during production, but also by how long it is worn and where it ends up. Share, donate, reuse, recycle: this is how textiles remain in use longer.

Lyocell or cotton: which fabric is better for your underwear? The honest answer: it depends. We compare TENCEL Lyocell and cotton (organically grown) in terms of softness, skin feel, cultivation, production and price.

We want to know and show where and by whom our textiles are produced. With retraced, we are taking the next step in terms of transparency and making our supply chain more traceable.