NILE:
Swiss fashion with heart
NILE:
Swiss fashion with heart
Swiss fashion with heart
NILE a Swiss label that has been designing timeless fashion with character since 1983. Each collection tells a story of genuine craftsmanship, distinctive designs created in the brand’s own studio, and a deep commitment to environmental and social responsibility. The Swiss fashion label always places people and the environment at the center of its work, along with the connection between the collection and the customer. Through the use of high-quality materials and a signature style, NILE creates NILE , beloved pieces full of passion.
The Three Pillars of Sustainability at NILE
With its three pillars of sustainability, NILE sets NILE for environmental stewardship within the fashion industry.
Fair Working Conditions
Respect and fairness are non-negotiable. NILE fair working conditions throughout the entire supply chain. This is confirmed by independent audits and the NGO Public Eye.
Eco-Materials
NILE over 90% sustainable materials, such as GOTS-certified organic cotton, TENCEL™, linen, and eco-viscose. For fashion that is in harmony with nature and conserves resources.
Clean Water & Production
NILE on environmentally friendly dyeing and production processes. By working with certified partners, the company minimizes water consumption and keeps its environmental impact as low as possible.
NILE a certified supplier of GOTS products since 2019 (license number CU1040241). GOTS is one of the strictest and most prestigious standards, which verifies fair and environmentally friendly production throughout the entire supply chain.
History
The year was 1983 when a chance encounter between Edith Hansmann (a graduate of the Zurich Fashion School) and Markus Gygax (now co-owner of Bijou les Boutiques) led to the creation of a collection of 10 hand-sewn blouses. These proved popular: the collection sold out in no time. Markus and Edith realized their dream of starting their own fashion label, expanding their lineup to include pants, jackets, and sweaters, and regularly launching new collections. While they always keep current trends in mind, the unmistakable NILE remains close to their hearts and minds. The company grew steadily: in 1994, the first NILE opened in Switzerland, including one in Zurich. In the 2000s, the company expanded into Germany. In recent years, NILE has been NILE taken over and continued by Marc Willy. Meanwhile, Markus and Sabine Gygax are in charge of Bijou les Boutiques.
The garments get their signature NILE look through special washes, dyeing processes (often natural), or hand-painted prints. The “Mix & Match” concept also plays an important role: Within a given collection (and even with previous collections), most of the pieces can be easily mixed and matched.
