what is textile upcycling?

What if we stopped producing new
to create something beautiful? 

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Every day, tons of clothes are produced. And almost as many end up forgotten, unsold, or thrown away without ever having been worn. Faced with this headlong rush, a simple idea emerged: what if we transformed what already exists? This is the principle of textile upcycling.
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Upcycling, or the art of doing better with what already exists

Textile upcycling, also known as overcycling, involves transforming an existing textile product - unsold, used, stored - to give it a new life, in the form of a new garment, accessory or textile product.
Without destroying what already exists, we cut, rethink and reassemble. Every material becomes a precious resource. Each creation tells a new story, designed to last and reduce environmental impact.
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Recycling vs. upcycling:
What are the differences? 

The benefits of upcycling

The material is preserved, transformed
More direct process, less impact
Often creates high-value pieces

The limits of recycling

Matter is destroyed, then recreated
Energy-intensive process
Can impoverish quality
How does it work?

How does it work? 

At Losanje, upcycling begins where product life ends. Thanks to our automated cutting technology, we transform existing textiles into yokes ready to be reassembled into a responsible new product. A process rooted in circular design - to produce differently, from what already exists.
End-of-life product
Design
Industrial cutting
Assembly
Finished product
92%
of CO₂ less
-99%
of water used
100%
of recycled material
0
chemical dyes
customer cases

They choseupcycling
for their CSR strategy
textile

Every product we create tells a story of commitment and concrete transformation. From polo shirts turned into bags, to sweatshirts turned into pencil cases; discover how our customers create unique upcycled products, from their own textiles or from selected sources.
Discover our case studies
Discover our case studies
Textile reclamation
La Poste turns its old vests into thousands of responsible accessories
36K
mass-produced upcycled kits and bobbins
Textile reclamation
Orange transforms its event tarpaulins into responsible bags
260
mass-produced bags

Ready to recycle your textiles with us?

Let's discuss your project
Let's discuss your project
Rucksack
25kg
of CO2 avoided
2500L
water saved

FAQS

What products can be created through textile upcycling?

Our textile upcycling solutions are suitable for a wide variety of applications:

Communication & events:
Eco-responsible goodies, event t-shirts, sustainable communication accessories

Uniforms & workwear:
Workwear, aprons, upcycled professional equipment

Decoration & furnishings:
Covers, cushions, curtains, textile signage elements

Accessories & leather goods:
Responsible bags, pouches, cases, fashion accessories

Capsule collections:
Limited editions for your brand, artistic collaborations

Each project is unique and developed according to your specific needs and brand universe.

I don't have any material, can I still work with you?

Absolutely! We offer two complementary approaches:

1. Sourcing responsible materials
Our network of partners enables us to source certified textiles, dormant stocks from other companies or eco-responsible materials adapted to your specifications.

2. Mixed approach
We combine external sourcing and optimization of your internal resources to create the most economically and ecologically coherent solution.

The Losanje team will support you right from the diagnostic stage to identify the best strategy to meet your CSR objectives, budget and deadlines.

What materials do you use?

We work with a wide variety of textile materials:

  • Your existing stocks: unsold items, production offcuts, obsolete textiles of all kinds
  • Certified materials: organic cotton, linen, hemp, recycled fibers
  • Technical textiles: recycled polyester, regenerated nylon, innovative blends
  • Natural materials: wool, silk, plant fibers

Our technical team evaluates each material to determine its upcycling potential and propose the best recycling solutions for your project.

What is upcycling?

Upcycling is the process of transforming used materials or products into new objects of superior quality or added value. Unlike traditional recycling, which breaks down materials, upcycling preserves and adds value to existing materials by giving them a more noble second life. At Losanje, we apply this philosophy to textiles, transforming your unsold or unused materials into tailor-made finished products, combining creativity, durability and performance.