https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/8301 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:56:16 GMT 2026-10-05T00:56:16Z https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37219 Extending the life cycle of clothing through upcycling to reduce environmental impact SCRIPCENCO, Angela; JELEZNEAC, Tatiana A study of the application of circular economy principles in the fashion industry is being considered. One area of research is the upcycling of obsolete and worn-out garments. This is particularly relevant for children's clothing, which inherently has a short lifespan due to rapid growth. Meanwhile, adult clothing, such as that of parents, often does not physically wear out, but often goes out of fashion and becomes obsolete. Thus, upcycling is essential for extending the life cycle of clothing by transitioning it to a new cycle, where worn-out clothing becomes raw material for the production of new items, particularly children's clothing. Consequently, the negative impact of textile production and the fashion industry on the environment is reduced in the era of extra-consumption. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37219 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37218 Traditional Moldovan embroidery connecting the past with the present in fashion design SCRIPCENCO, Angela; ROMANCIUC, Ira The promotion of Romanian cultural heritage and the adaptation of traditional elements to contemporary fashion trends have contributed to the revival of traditional crafts and increased interest in folk costumes among modern consumers. Crafts play a special role in preserving and promoting cultural identity. Furthermore, they contribute to the development of the local economy by supporting small producers and preserving traditions. Today, embroidery is not only a traditional clothing decoration technique but also a trend in the fashion industry. Local and international designers use it as a form of artistic expression and conveying a personal message. Each hand-sewn garment tells a story, reflecting the traditions, emotions, and creativity of its creator. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37218 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37217 Upcycled denim fashion design through structural transformation SCRIPCENCO, Angela; MEGHEA, Ecaterina Development new clothing models based on the principles of structural transformation of physically and morally worn-out items. Jeans were chosen as the prototype, as they are among the most long-lasting and widespread garments due to the durability of the material and their stylistic versatility. From their origins as workwear, they have become an essential element of contemporary fashion, found in virtually everyone’s wardrobe. However, the high consumption of jeans generates significant amounts of textile waste, making the structural analysis of these items an important starting point for their redesign and transformation into new products, in line with the principles of sustainable fashion. Therefore, recycling denim products is a key factor in the fashion industry's environmental agenda. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37217 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37216 Design for longevity clothes using elements of morphological transformation SCRIPCENCO, Angela The fashion industry is currently undergoing a major transformation. Voices are growing increasingly vocal about the negative environmental impact of textile production and post-consumer disposal. The linear "take-make-dispose" model is becoming increasingly untenable due to resource scarcity and rising costs. Fashion activists are increasingly calling for a transition to a circular fashion model, extending the life cycle of end-of-life products through various strategies: donation, giving to those in need, selling used items, upcycling, and so on. One strategy for circular fashion is designing for longevity. Wed, 01 Jan 2025 00:00:00 GMT https://repository.utm.md/handle/5014/37216 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z