Mother Pearl: a style choice that makes the difference.
"Small details truly matter". This sentence fits perfectly when referring to dress shirts. Mother pearl, design choice that is generally overlooked, becomes a style option that makes a difference under an attentive gaze. Mother of pearl buttons is made with a very fine and natural material. Also known as nacre, it is taken from the inner layer of certain kinds of shells. These accessories have been used since the late 18th century on all men’s shirts and cufflinks. As a matter of fact, after 1890, pearl buttons represented half of the entire production of buttons. The manufacturing process At the time, most of the mother-of-pearl buttons were made in Muscatine, situated near the Mississippi River. The city will be later nicknamed the “ Pearl Button Capital of the World”. Today these precious goods are manufactured all over the world: America, China, India, Japan, and the Phillippines. Mother of pearl buttons come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, styles, and qualities, adorning and giving a unique and timeless touch to each garment. Discover our selection of garments with mother pearl buttons....
THE SECRET BEHIND AN UNBUTTONED JACKET
The secret behind an unbuttoned jacket: A detail that escapes the eyes of many or whose true motivation is never known. Let's discover it together....
Corozo, a natural alternative to plastic
What is Corozo? Corozo, also called Vegetable Ivory, is a white natural material, characterized by small grains. It is obtained from tropical plants’ seeds, such as Phytelephas and Macrocarpa, which grows in the verdant and fertile landscapes of the South American rainforests. After going through a natural drying process, the seeds get picked. They then get carved into the shape of a button, soaked into color tanks, and, finally, get polished through a special treatment that reveals the individual grains, making each button unique and special. Corozo not only is 100 % natural, but its harvest produces zero environmental impact; indeed the seeds are ready when the fruits that contain them are riped and eventually drop naturally. There is no need to pick them earlier, as the seed needs to fall naturally to be usable. By waiting the farmers end up causing no harm to the trees. The trees, once planted, continue to produce fruits for about 100 years, making this a renewable and sustainable source. This natural alternative to plastic is what we use for our buttons here at Cadini, being faithful to our values and mission of creating a greater sustainable future for the company. Cadini remains at your disposal, come and discover our selection of Corozo buttons....
PITTI UOMO JUNE 2022
Cadini confirms the participation to the Pitti Uomo in Florence from 14 to 17 June 2022 with the presentation of the new Spring/Summer Collection 2023....
Leisurewear: when elegance blends with comfort
Cadini's vision is to bring leisurewear out of laziness, by offering comfortable garments, designed to be worn inside and outside, playing with mix & match and completing the look with accessories and details, chosen with care. ...
Eco-leather: is it real or an imitation?
When we talk about eco-leather, it is easy to fall into confusion and false beliefs. It is time to dispel false myths and clarify this matter....
PITTI UOMO JANUARY 2022
Cadini will present the new Fall/Winter 2022-2023 Collection at Pitti Uomo from 11 to 13 January 2022. With a perfect game between opposites, dualism becomes the main ingredient of the brand's new proposals and taking inspiration from nature, it offers original garments, suitable for every need and taste....
Certifications and Standards: Why are they useful?
Many certifications and standards are available to companies to raise their awareness around the importance of sustainability and fair practices. Let's discover together the most famous, listed per area of interest....
Cadini’s Sustainability Plan: First Step
At Cadini, we are fully aware of how important it is to implement a solid Sustainability Plan. As a first step in our sustainability journey, we committed to providing a range of sustainable fabrics of the highest quality....
Sustainable Fibres: Why Are They Better? Man-made Fibres
Which are the most popular sustainable man-made fibres? Let's discover recycled polyester, recycled nylon and sustainable viscose....