Connecting Earth and Innovation
Established in 2006, Papillon Bleu is at the forefront of revolutionising textiles with regenerative agriculture, crafting climate-positive fabrics and low-impact clothing that make a real difference.
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We grow our fabrics through a fully traceable, regenerative organic cotton program in Southern India, collaborating directly with farmers to ensure fair trading practices through partnerships with Raddis Cotton® and GVK Society. Our approach flips the script on environmental degradation, drawing down COâ‚‚, boosting biodiversity, and dramatically reducing water consumption with rain-fed cultivation.
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But we don’t stop there. With our R&D pilot, we’re igniting a hemp renaissance in the UK and re-establishing a bio-regional textile chain to produce Morpho. This means unique yarns and woven fabrics made from locally grown hemp blended with recycled post-consumer cashmere, pushing the boundaries of what textiles can be.
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Join us as we redefine the future of fabrics—one sustainable thread at a time.
Our
Mission
Simple: beautiful things made the way nature intended. We believe in creating textiles that honour the earth and uplift the people behind them. From natural indigo blues to fully traceable value chains, our fabrics are more than cloth—they’re the story of regenerative farming, soil restoration, and communities supported. We’re here to craft a world where every thread benefits the land, enriches lives, and brings harmony back to nature.
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Reconnecting with Nature
We believe in restoring our relationship with the earth by embracing ancient natural farming practices that breathe life back into the land. Our commitment to regenerative organic agriculture enriches the soil and nurtures future generations.
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Regenerate, Replenish
We’re on a mission to transform non-organic lands into thriving regenerative ecosystems. Enhancing healthy soil and promoting above- and below-ground biodiversity isn’t just good for now; it’s our gift to the future.
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Innovative Partnerships
Collaboration powers change. We align with like-minded partners who respect both people and planet, forging bold solutions that challenge the status quo and drive impact at every level.
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Water Matters
Water is life, and we treat it a the precious resource it is. Through rain-fed cultivation, we drastically reduce our water footprint. Every drop counts and our processes ensure that we grow with nature, not against it.
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Transparent from Farm to Fibre
Traceability is core to our process. We ensure fair treatment and safe conditions for every worker and farmer. Each fabric comes with a clear origin—free from harmful chemicals—so you know exactly who and what you're supporting.
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Carbon & Chemicals
We eliminate harmful chemicals and pesticides, draw down atmospheric carbon, and enrich the soil with every crop—reducing toxic run-off and building healthier ecosystems from the ground up.
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Celebrating Circularity
Every scrap has value. Our circular model turns waste into opportunity—upcycling post-consumer and industrial materials into plastic-free textiles and packaging that clean up the industry and push boundaries.
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Responsible and Impact-Driven
Our Sustainability Roadmap is our proof. We measure, adapt, and share our progress transparently as we push for a restorative future in textiles. We’re dedicated to making a bold, measurable difference with every step.
Vanessa Barker - Founder, Innovator & Activist
“I am dedicated to seeing real change happen in our industry. It is necessary, and it needs to happen now—change that makes a difference to people’s health and livelihoods beyond mere survival, and to pioneer a revival of depleted soils and degenerated land for a better future for all. We want to be a force and a voice for nature, to protect our diversity of species and the natural world.”
Where did it all begin—
this fabric, natural notion thing?
Then creeping in:
the concept of a petrol chemical as sin,
and us all trapped within
an oil-stained bubble. Built by man.
Staining the hands of many
and the hearts of more.
Could the connection between abuse and poverty—
and power on power—be met?
Do we choose to forget?
The ripple effect.
Do we care?
Or is it that we have
too much?
We forget
how to share.
Because all roads
lead to an answer—
if we choose that journey.
To regenerate each other first,
and then our land.
Understand:
That life is generous,
and can be built from
the soil up,
writhing with
worms and fertility.
Mother Earth.
Gaia.
Seeds planted.
Fed only by rain.
Farmed by farmers with a name.
For me—and my small part—
I bring my heart
to the beauty of cloth
that, in the making,
provides some smile of a solution.
A path. To evolve beyond
petrochemical pollution.
Press & News
SALT.
Increasing understanding of the circularity potential of new biobased and recycled fibres.
Designed specifically for window treatments and dividing spaces, these composite materials are an example of the bespoke developments we can make for luxury retailers, brands and business looking to have a meaningful impact.
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Together with salt. we’ve created an entirely new range of textiles by weaving Morpho - a unique yarn spun from UK-grown hemp, blended with recycled post-consumer cashmere and merino wool – with our rainfed regenerative cotton grown directly with tribal farmers in South India and piñayarn a low-impact yarn alternative made from pineapple leaves.
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In collaboration with salt. fabrics, a British company specialising in creating award-winning textiles we develop bespoke designs for interior designers and architects looking for new composites to move away from the ubiquitous and polluting use of chemically treated cotton and polyester.
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Start a conversation with us today to push the boundaries with new regenerative textiles.
Little Harbour Estates
The best in conscious luxury
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As a boutique resort ranked among the best in the world, our partnership with Little Harbour Estates – a destination of luxury villas situated on the breath-taking Caribbean island of Anguilla – is testament that more hotels and resorts are recognising the importance of conscious sourcing, to meet the high standards conscious customers now expect.
Discreet luxury lies in knowing the provenance of where and how your clothing is made. Featuring soft, regenerative, 100% rainfed cotton, cultivated directly with tribal farmers using ancient, natural farming techniques. Each harvest is handpicked, offering a conscious range of refined luxurious, elegant bath robes for both men and women, from hotel to home, to holistic spas. Beauty beyond just aesthetics.
Something that Little Harbour Estates celebrate through their rainfed unisex bathrobes, dyed with GOTS low-impact white and featuring bespoke custom branding with organic cotton labels, printed with GOTS-certified inks. The ultimate in conscious luxury, our fully traceable bathrobes are perfect for guests relaxing in these luxury Caribbean villas.
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Download our regenerative rainfed robe dossier for the best in conscious luxury for your brand or business.
Vepa
Hemp as a raw material
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Vepa, the first in the world to launch a collection of chairs with a shell made of a unique biomaterial - The Infinite Seat – are innovating sustainable solutions that champion hemp in all its glory. In our recent collaboration, we pushed the boundaries of eco-conscious interiors, featuring our most recently innovated fabric Morpho on The Infinite Seat and the Vepa Ottoman.
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Together, we have launched the Morpho Ottoman - the first interior furnishing piece made with our innovative Morpho fabric, crated from a unique blend of UK hemp, post-consumer cashmere and New Zealand wool.
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Fair to people, the society and the planet, this partnership embodies our shared commitment to resourceful design and redefining interiors with innovative materials. The Morpho Ottoman, with its distinctive shape and cushioned top, is a versatile, stylish and responsible addition to modern workplaces. Featured in the soft-to-touch Lady Jane Grey Morpho fabric, the ottoman made its debut at the Independent Hotel Show in Amsterdam.
Mid Street Lab
Wearable Art
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Our recent collaboration with Mid Street Lab to create unique originals, ultra-limited printed regenerative t-shirts and hoodies all with artwork from local Brighton talent. By transforming local visual artist’s works into wearable art on our t-shirts we’re redefining the role of art in everyday life, offering high-quality items at affordable prices and departing from the mainstream.
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Featuring our ultra-soft Rest of The Best T-shirts made from the waste from the ginning and spinning of our regenerative rainfed cotton. Ensuring every piece of fabric is used to its fullest potential through our 3D design technologies and prototyping, reducing material waste by up to 30%. Making this the perfect choice for merchandisers looking to up their game and future proof merchandising for brands who care about people and planet.
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Support local community with ultra-limited edition wearable art. Reach out to start a collaboration on your own bespoke brand offerings.
Our Partners
