MILAGROS PEREDA
The journey of the CRUDO Collection began when Milagros Pereda discovered that the wool from her family's farm was being discarded after each shearing. Motivated by a commitment to sustainability, she embarked on a mission to transform this raw material into garments, breathing new life into the discarded wool.
Intriguingly, the wool remains in its natural state throughout the process, retaining its original color and eschewing any chemical alterations that might disrupt its biodegradability. The resulting yarn, although rough and possessing a distinct odor, offers a kind and organic touch to the body. What makes it truly unique is its embrace of a mixed color palette, resulting in random variations, numerous shades, and varying thicknesses in the knits—a testament to the rustic and organic nature of this wool.
The entire journey is a labor of love, steeped in artisanal tradition and drawing from forgotten techniques but also exploring new low tech techniques. From washing the fiber to spinning it with a traditional distaff, every step is carried out meticulously by hand.
Intriguingly, the wool remains in its natural state throughout the process, retaining its original color and eschewing any chemical alterations that might disrupt its biodegradability. The resulting yarn, although rough and possessing a distinct odor, offers a kind and organic touch to the body. What makes it truly unique is its embrace of a mixed color palette, resulting in random variations, numerous shades, and varying thicknesses in the knits—a testament to the rustic and organic nature of this wool.
The entire journey is a labor of love, steeped in artisanal tradition and drawing from forgotten techniques but also exploring new low tech techniques. From washing the fiber to spinning it with a traditional distaff, every step is carried out meticulously by hand.
Milagros Pereda's insistence on maintaining full control of the wool's journey gives rise to the raw visual language of knits and felts that define CRUDO. The fabrics, left in their natural state, perfectly align with the collection's name, CRUDO, which means "raw."
This is more than just a collection; it's a personal project. Milagros sources all the wool from her family's farm, located in Entre Ríos, a natural reserve dedicated to environmental conservation. Together with a group of women from the farm, they collect, wash, and hand-spin the wool, creating a circular project that fosters environmental and social responsibility and promoting the use of natural, sustainable raw materials.
The CRUDO Collection offers large, enveloping garments with a sculptural quality, providing both protection and a sensory experience. The smell, touch, and sight of these pieces envelop the senses, immersing the wearer in the distinctive aroma of wool. The collection blurs the lines between experimental and interactive fashion, pushing the boundaries of traditional clothing using low-tech techniques to create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that celebrate craftsmanship and sustainability.
This is more than just a collection; it's a personal project. Milagros sources all the wool from her family's farm, located in Entre Ríos, a natural reserve dedicated to environmental conservation. Together with a group of women from the farm, they collect, wash, and hand-spin the wool, creating a circular project that fosters environmental and social responsibility and promoting the use of natural, sustainable raw materials.
The CRUDO Collection offers large, enveloping garments with a sculptural quality, providing both protection and a sensory experience. The smell, touch, and sight of these pieces envelop the senses, immersing the wearer in the distinctive aroma of wool. The collection blurs the lines between experimental and interactive fashion, pushing the boundaries of traditional clothing using low-tech techniques to create unique, one-of-a-kind pieces that celebrate craftsmanship and sustainability.
University of Buenos Aires
www.milagrospereda.com
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www.milagrospereda.com
@_milagrospereda