Schoeller and David de Rothschild sign textile partnership

13/07/2015
Schoeller and David de Rothschild sign textile partnership
Apparel brand The Lost Explorer and its founder David de Rothschild are teaming up with Schoeller Textil in a long-term partnership that will see the Swiss firm research and supply new fabrics.

The brand is launching a collection under the headline ‘Goods, apparel and things you didn’t know you needed’ which Schoeller will support with fabric developments.

Mr de Rothschild, of the famous banking family, is a respected ecologist and environmentalist and has gained notoriety for achievements such as sailing the Plastiki, a boat made entirely of used plastic, from Sausalito, California to Sydney in 2010.

“We have found a partner company that not only shares our ideas for sustainability but looks to nature as a mentor,” said Mr de Rothschild. “I am deeply impressed that even though it will not always be easy or convenient, they are willing to undergo the challenging work ahead, incorporating our ideas with right measure of enthusiasm and realism."