weaving sustainable futures
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weaving sustainable futures 〰️
KINKLEID is a creative research studio developing projects around sustainable practices and textile materials.
Acting as a bridge between disciplines, we connect science, design and activism to move the needle towards a more responsible and regenerative ecosystem.
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To Weave or Not To Weave
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Turtlehorn x KINKLEID
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Weaving Heritage
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Unraveling polyester
Behind KINKLEID
The name KINKLEID (pronounced /ˈkɪn.klaɪ̯t/) combines: KIN- referring to community, care, and connection; with -KLEID, the German word for “dress.” It alludes to our belief that only by supporting kind, collaborative practices that respect both people and planet can we build truly sustainable futures for textiles.
Founded by creative entrepreneur and academic researcher Cristina Palacios, KINKLEID emerged as a response to her first-hand experience with textile engineering and the waste that is often generated. While the norm was to incinerate such waste, she was determined to recycle it.
With KINKLEID, Cristina opens a space for honest reflection and interdisciplinary dialogue, bringing scientific insight and systems thinking into the creative space, and contributing to a just transition towards slow fashion.
Our collaborators
Since Spring 2025, KINKLEID has joined Regio Deal Zuid-Limburg as participant within Werkplaats Circulair Textiel Maastricht.
