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Spiber and Iris van Herpen Unite for a Visionary Collaboration

At the recent Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week for Autumn/Winter 2025, a groundbreaking collaboration emerged between Spiber, the Japanese biotech pioneer renowned for its man-made protein fibers, and the acclaimed Dutch designer Iris van Herpen. Their partnership represents a unique fusion of fashion and technology, reimagining what the future of haute couture can be.

Both Spiber and van Herpen were founded in 2007 and have paved parallel paths of radical experimentation—Spiber focusing on biomaterial engineering while van Herpen explores the frontiers of avant-garde couture. This collaboration is more than just a merging of brands; it represents a shared vision of creativity, sustainability, and an interconnection between art and science.

Inspiration from Nature

The duo draws heavily from nature's vast diversity and complexity. Van Herpen’s designs are often inspired by natural forms, rhythms, and the underlying intelligence found in the environment. Similarly, Spiber engineers innovative protein structures by replicating nature’s processes, such as spider silk and other organic materials, resulting in a new class of sustainable fibers.

“Biomimicry is ever-present in Spiber's approach, which closely aligns with our methods,” commented van Herpen. “By merging the organic and the innovative, we've created something truly wearable that reflects the intricate qualities of natural materials.