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From Barcelos to Amsterdam: Inside Our Sustainable Production Process
From Barcelos to Amsterdam: Inside Our Sustainable Production Process
A behind-the-scenes look at how our sustainable streetwear is made in until now. And what's soon te be shared in the near future!  Read more...
A sweater that never felt better
A sweater that never felt better
Will you help us change the fashion industry?We want to expand our slow fashion collection with sweaters that have never felt so good: for you, our fellow humans, and our... Read more...
Find YOUR creative inspiration with our essential collection
Find YOUR creative inspiration with our essential collection
If you came here because you have a creative blackout. You want to know how to get inspiration for clothing design, or design in general. I would want to give... Read more...
What about SHEIN
While I've never ventured into SHEIN territory before, the recent buzz surrounding it has piqued my curiosity. Just opening the site for the first time has left me intrigued.Upon entering, I was bombarded with a barrage of discount codes. How is it that I'm receiving a 25% discount for orders over 9 euros? After dismissing the pop-ups, I realized that reaching that 9 euros was quite the challenge. Challenge accepted! A pair of sunglasses (€2), a pajama set (€4), a phone case with a cardholder (€1), and a t-shirt (€2)... Read more...
We spoke with Valérius Hub about the origins of Achilles and the Tortoise story
We spoke with Valérius Hub about the origins of Achilles and the Tortoise story
Throwback, A Partner interview: How an international sustainable partnership came to be “An interview by Valérius HUB, with the 3 founders of Achilles and the Tortoise, brought together by a... Read more...
Grandma's ultimate guide to taking care of your clothing
Grandma's ultimate guide to taking care of your clothing
6 Great washing tips I learned from grandma to keep my clothing in the best condition If I asked my grandma if she would know what slow fashion means, she... Read more...
The dark side of fast fashion, is there a solution?
The dark side of fast fashion, is there a solution?
Fast fashion has dominated everyday wardrobes for decades, and are a major player in popular culture. Although, many have adopted this new approach to fashion. The fast fashion industry has... Read more...
Human X Nature, the Achilles and Tortoise founding story
Human X Nature, the Achilles and Tortoise founding story
Why is fast fashion bad? Read the story here. Achilles and the Tortoise embraced slow fashion from day 1; find out how, and more important, why! Read more...