quality over quantity

For Modern Humans

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Who you are and what you choose


What you choose tells who you are. And what kind of worldview you are promoting. That is because we vote with our wallets, how and where we spend our money. So we decide to support one activity or the other by simply purchasing products. Though, the power people have is so underrated.

If you believe that the logo you are proud to show as a trophy on your handbags or clothing defines who you are, what we do is not for you. We can’t tell how many times people told us they bought logoed leather goods to impress colleagues or friends.

But if you know your value, this is for you. Indeed, you understand good design and quality. And you appreciate the importance of materials. If these are reasons you buy a product, this is for you. Your style will impress, not a logo.

Our selection is about meaningful garments we pick out from international brands and independent designers. Rarely you’ll see an exhibited logo used as a means to capture your attention. And in case you’ll see a logo, there’s a specific reason other than the logo itself.

The fashion we love is about design, not branding


We love finding beautiful designs, and we know the materials we want to feel on our skin. Indeed, those who have already bought our clothing turn to us with their eyes closed. It’s a matter of trust we have built over time. But if you are not familiar with the quality we select, taking just a quick look isn’t enough to understand the materials.

It takes attention to understand quality.

Contact us in private, we will explain further. But, in the end, only when you wear something on you’ll understand the difference. Your skin will feel it.

No logo show-off. Good design and quality, that’s what we want. This is the style #formodernhumans.

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Black Friday and The Promotion Spam

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Exploring the overload of discounts and endless sales


Retailers spam promotion, and if Black Friday was not enough, now there’s early black Friday too!

The distribution model clings to this tactic as if it were the only way to capture attention. Forget evolution from brands and retailers. Educating people towards an improved and conscious consumption model is not on their agenda. Just not worth it to them.

Obsessive promotions are the result of a hyper-saturated market driven by overproduction. And the lower the product quality, the higher the markup—enabling discounts (real or fake?) of up to 70%. But the illusion of a great deal remains intact.

Heavy discounts and obsessive promotions are indicators of a sick system.
The environmental impact fostered by Black Friday and never-ending promotions is really huge. Not to mention the ethical implication, if you do not pay the full price of products, someone will pay for it. So we go back to the disturbing modern-day slavery practice.

As a matter of fact, there is too much of everything, and our blind habits contribute to feeding this vicious cycle, which has no way out.

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The solution to Black Friday & obsessive promotions


Is it possible we cannot find a better system? Can we move beyond Black Friday and the promotion spam?

In fact, the solution is a distribution model that abandons large quantities to shift towards good quality. A sustainable production system that grants proper living wages and limits its impact on the environment. Things made to last and healthier consumption habits.

In this balanced context, promotions and discounts would be necessarily limited.

In short, changing attitude is a necessity. We started from us first, adjusting our activity to an evolved lifestyle. So, we offered a thoughtful consumption model represented by a capsule selection of quality pieces.

We don’t lure consumers by offering wild discounts. But, we try to educate ourselves and our audience on meaningful consumption.

We respect people, and we understand the worth of their work. We appreciate the products we select. We value quality, and we value our customers.

Modern humans are conscious consumers. Say no to Black Friday! We don’t need all that stuff.

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The Lambswool Sweater by ZUCCa

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Sophisticated wool sweaters #formodernhumans


Introducing The Lambswool Sweater by ZUCCa, Japan.

November, temperatures are cooling down, and it’s time to introduce our new arrivals. A limited number of pieces selected with specific attention to quality and design, aiming to build a capsule wardrobe of timeless clothing. Indeed, that is the essence of a sustainable style.

Wool sweaters, with their masculine image and warm feel, represent a fascinating clothing item. The timeless identity is intrinsic and well represented by a good design choice.

We picked out this sweater from Zucca – we appreciate the meticulous sense of design that identifies Japanese designers. There are many details, but they’re always mixed with a perfect balance and unique proportions.

This pull is both classic and modern at the same time. In fact, this winter sweater is a modern revisitation of a classic piece. Above all, you will never get tired of wearing it.

Discover The Lambswool Sweater

The Lambswool Sweater by Zucca
The Lambswool Sweater – ZUCCa


The material is soft lambswool; made in Japan.
The colour: a blueish green. A unique hue to enhance your wardrobe.

The design point: sophisticated but easy to wear.
It is oversized and has a voluminous feel, but its short length makes it look neat. Also, it features a ribbed round neckline, cuffs and hemline, and ribbed details along the sleeves too. Moreover, two crossing ribs point to the front and back of the garment.
The hemline is asymmetric, meaning that the front side is shorter than the back. Two side slits give extra comfort to the movement of your body.

You will easily coordinate this item with the garments you already have. This sweater, which is a modern arrangement of the basic shape, goes well with any bottom. From elegant outfits to casual styles, you’ll make multiple combinations. Try it over a dress too, or pair it with jeans for a cool everyday style.

Think twice before you buy. More is not the answer, nor is disposable fashion.
Quality over quantity is the way, a value we embrace and want to share with you.

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From Quantity to Quality

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What will it take to spark the shift?


When will the paradigm shift from quantity to quality? Or, the question should be, what else do we need to see in order to make this change happen?

People don’t consider shifting towards a conscious lifestyle because they are too ingrained in their old habits. But perhaps, those who are in this position will be forced to readapt somehow quite soon.

Why?
Difficulties in finding raw materials and supply chain shortages are now a reality. Indeed, one of the side effects of the pandemic was the sharp rise in raw material prices. Consequently, final product prices are getting much higher. It is already happening in the construction field, energy, gas. And it’s impacting fashion, too.

Therefore, caring more about what and how we consume will be a necessity.

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Low-impact lifestyle: quality, not quantity


What can we do?
Each of us has an impact on the environment. Even if corporate giants arm-in-arm with marketing have shaped the world for us, they can’t make it without our active participation. And the role we play is revealed precisely by how and what we consume.

Since we do not like to wait for change to happen, we choose with our minds what kind of world we want to live in, so we act. Also, we hold ourselves accountable for the choices we make.

Why buy less but better quality?
It is a long-term strategy. You will buy garments that last. Things you will wear for a lifetime, not items to discard after a couple of washings. Same for any other item we use in our everyday life.

This radical shift of perspective from quantity to quality is about educating ourselves to find pleasure in how things are made, not in the simple act of buying. Finally, this alternative lifestyle will reduce our impact on the planet.

So, make it a conscious choice now rather than a forced decision when it’s too late.

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The Real Value

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Shifting perspectives: understanding quality over disposability


Sustainability must pass through a re-education on the real value of products, quality, materials and skills of those who carry out the work and bring them to life. It’s about understanding and respecting the craftsmanship, the workers and their rights. In fact, without this awareness, sustainability is just another empty promise.

These values are the opposite of a fashion system that has adopted fast food as a productive and consumption model. A system churning out disposable goods at an unsustainable pace, prioritising speed and profit over quality and ethics.

Since the explosion of fast fashion people have been conditioned to buy disposable clothes—pieces designed to be worn a few times and then discarded. Now, how can they truly understand garments that follow a completely different standard

Higher value means higher quality, carefully sourced materials, and skilled craftsmanship. But with that comes a higher price—one that reflects the real cost of ethical production, not just a marketing strategy.

Bridging this gap requires awareness. Understanding the true worth of what we wear starts with questioning our habits and the system that shaped them. So, shifting perspective to understanding quality over disposability is crucial.

Self-education can make a difference.

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