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Starting pre-orders for sustainable first drop items – “ECLECT”, a new brand launched by apparel sales professionals – ​
Creek & River Co. Press release: November 26, 2024 Start of pre-orders for sustainable first drop items – “ECLECT”, a new brand launched by apparel sales professionals – Fashion field subsidiary Inter Bell
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-80a46509055feaceb017909b79fb852e-1280×720.jpg The visuals of collaboration T-shirts and long sleeve shirts with WASHI-TECH are unveiled for the first time! Starting today, November 26th, Inter Bell Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as IB), a fashion subsidiary of Creek & River Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as C&R), will launch a fashion brand by IB employees themselves. We have started crowdfunding on “CAMPFIRE” to pre-order and sell original items of the new fashion brand “ECLECT” from “IB BRAND PROJECT”. In addition, this time, we are collaborating with WASHI-TECH, a factory brand that manufactures and sells clothes made from 100% Japanese paper, a sustainable material that has a low impact on the global environment. )” and the long sleeve shirt “Sui” visuals have been released for the first time. ▼Click here for details on crowdfunding (CAMPFIRE) https://camp-fire.jp/projects/799960/view [What is ECLECT]
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-d10fbb1d75aceaec77a53b6f0db10010-234×264.png This is a fashion brand that was born as the first step in the “IB BRAND PROJECT,” a project in which Inter Bell (IB) employees who work as fashion and apparel sales staff launch their own brands. The brand name “ECLECT” was created by combining two words: “SELECT” (choosing “GOOD” for yourself) and “ECLECTIC” (“I like any genre” in terms of hobbies and tastes). Our brand concept is to “fit in and fit in,” and we create products with the hope that people can express their “likes” without being bound by time, gender, culture, or common sense. The lineup will offer one-of-a-kind fashion items by reviving styles that were popular in the past, and adding contemporary essence and details from other eras. Teaser site: https://bit.ly/3NYVlwJ Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eclect.official_ ■Original items that have started pre-order sales (1) WASHI-TECH×ECLECT / Bandana Yui 6,500 yen (tax included) (2) WASHI-TECH×ECLECT / Tee shirts foil 16,500 yen (tax included) (3) WASHI-TECH×ECLECT / LS shirts Sui 27,500 yen (tax included) (4) TENPIBOSHI×ECLECT / Slacks Pants Zen 28,500 yen (tax included) (5) KURASHIKIZOME×ECLECT / Denim Pants Ai 38,500 yen (tax included) ■Crowdfunding details In this crowdfunding, we will have a special pre-sale of original ECLECT items as returns. In addition, we are planning services that utilize our knowledge as an apparel salesperson for everyone who has supported us. The purpose is to let more people know about ECLECT’s thoughts, concepts, and products. ■Period November 26, 2024 (Tuesday) – February 12, 2025 (Wednesday) ■Target amount 20 million yen ▼Click here for details on crowdfunding (CAMPFIRE) https://camp-fire.jp/projects/799960/view
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-cb851141bf22454e0d4051f497f2a3ef-136×135.jpg Item1: WASHI-TECH×ECLECT / Bandana Yui 6,500 yen (tax included) Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-598e1bcbaf451fbe0d2e8c99cfd3359b-1280×720.jpg Bandana “Yui” that brings out your fashion personality Bandana “Yui” is made by sewing together the key colors of the four members of “ECLECT.” In collaboration with the factory brand “WASHI-TECH”, we have created a bandana made from 100% Japanese paper, a sustainable material that has a low impact on the global environment. It has a moist, smooth texture that cannot be found with other materials, creating a high-quality texture that is unique to washi paper. The luxurious design combines four colors and can change its expression depending on the sensibilities of the wearer. Today, you will have a wide range of choices each day, deciding which color to use as the main color for your key coordination. Item2: WASHI-TECH×ECLECT / Tee shirts Foil 16,500 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-d689ce06d827a6bb68be9fc20624d049-849×566.jpg *The photo shows the product in the development stage. Photos of the finished product will be posted around mid-January. Unconventional T-shirt “Haku” that you want to wear every day “Haku” has the meaning of “to be covered with foil, to have a high value, to be highly regarded,” and this standard and special piece has the meaning of “I want you to spend each fresh day with care.” It contains such wishes. Made of 100% washi paper, unlike other regular cotton T-shirts, we pursue the unique texture and ultimate comfort that only Japanese paper can provide, which is moist and smooth. It also has the functionality of absorbing moisture to keep you dry during the hot and humid season, and the naturally-derived antibacterial properties of washi paper prevent the growth of odor-causing bacteria. Item3: WASHI-TECH×ECLECT / LS shirts Sui 27,500 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-4d277ad73f03158ca9fccf58d6f9b178-741×494.jpg *The photo shows the product in the development stage. Photos of the finished product will be posted around mid-January. Shirt “Iki” that achieves both luxury and functionality The word “sui” has the meaning of “pure white, unblemished, pure.” Because it is a simple shirt, we have made it a piece that can be used in both business and private situations. This high-performance shirt has a pure white design with a luxurious feel unique to washi paper, and has
antibacterial, deodorizing, moisture-controlling, and UV-cutting effects, making it a highly functional shirt that can be worn for long periods of time and withstand hard daily work.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-feb1754b35666606805ab2d74bcb0f05-255×256.png [About WASHI-TECH] This is a factory brand from Wako Co., Ltd., a long-established sewing manufacturer founded in 1929. Washi paper is an ancient material that is highly durable and can withstand up to 1000 years. Using modern technology, we develop 100% washi paper products from thread. By maximizing the effects and functions of washi paper itself, such as moisture control, antibacterial and deodorizing properties, and UV protection, we are proposing a new way of clothing that connects “wearing” and “consideration of the environment.” URL: https://washi.tech/ Item4: TENPIBOSHI×ECLECT / Slacks Pants Zen 28,500 yen (tax included)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-d035b1e7bf3c5a6077b2bf33ce6e807a-1080×720.jpg *The photo shows the product in the development stage. Photos of the finished product will be posted around mid-January. Slack pants that absorb plenty of nature’s blessings Zen embodies the feeling of “gratitude for the beautiful nature and the earth.” We use Tencel linen cotton, which receives plenty of sunlight and is dried in the sun using natural wind, giving it a unique color and texture. By not using machinery during the drying stage, the amount of water discharged and the usage of electricity, steam, gas, etc. are reduced, leading to a reduction in energy consumption and CO2 emissions. Also, the finish changes depending on the weather, so each pair of slacks is unique. The high-waisted design lengthens the legs, reduces stress around the lower body, and creates a beautiful A-line. [About sun drying] Craftsmen dyed each piece by hand, and finished the fabric by drying it in the sun, bathing in the strong winds unique to the Enshu region, “Enshu’s empty wind” and plenty of sunlight. Since drying is done using only natural energy without the use of machinery, the environmental impact can be significantly reduced. Please enjoy the deep flavor that comes from drying in the sun. Item5:
KURASHIKIZOME×ECLECT / Denim Pants Ai 38,500 yen (tax included) Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-99cabad07d71e5fd52a77a40beaaa826-1080×720.jpg *The photo shows the product in the development stage. Photos of the finished product will be posted around mid-January. The world’s best Kurashiki dyed denim that Japan is proud of The product name for this denim, “Ai,” is inspired by the color “indigo,” which is the raw material for indigo dyeing, said to be the oldest dye in humankind, and has been used since ancient times for its bright, deep, and warm color. It is being Indigo is known around the world as “Japan Blue,” and is a special color that represents Japan’s pride. This time, in collaboration with Kurashiki Dye’s ethical team, we have jointly developed environmentally friendly and ethical denim pants. With the same wide silhouette, denim pants were born that featured the “rivets and laurel buttons” that were characteristic of denim from the 1940s.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-a32f0a4ef6cb925da1ffb271a9ef2c7c-263×418.png [About Kurashiki dyeing] “Kurashiki Dye” was created by the companies of the Okayama Prefecture Textile and Dyeing Industry Cooperative Association to provide safe, ecological, and high-quality textile products. We are an ethical fashion team that uses specialized know-how, takes responsibility and pride in our work, and delivers products that reflect the feelings of the creators. URL:
https://kurashikizome.jp/ About the members of the first IB BRAND PROJECT “ECLECT”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-cb7ea4bb5dab0499d4d4289dd15e507f-2022×1348.jpg [What is IB BRAND PROJECT 1st “ECLECT”] This is a project in which Inter Bell (IB) employees who work as fashion and apparel sales staff will launch their own brand. In the first round, four members were selected through IB’s internal recruitment process. Through advice from IB executives and study sessions on management, etc., the four members devised and formulated business plans, covering everything from business results to brands, store locations, products, business plans, and strategies, and were able to create an actual fashion model.・We handle everything from the launch to operation of apparel brands. [About members 】
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-ea1bc27e578c37f9724e9b9eb659bb87-366×344.jpg Kaito Amano (Leader) Joined the company in 2015 as a new graduate. I have experience with a total of 7 brands so far. In addition to sales, he was also involved in VMD and store setup, and also has experience as a store manager. Currently, he is struggling as a leader. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatguy321/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-a1dd7f78aac95991ba76b27725ddea38-367×367.jpg Yuka Aramaki Joined as a new graduate in 2023. Graduated from Bunka Gakuen University. After graduating, she was assigned to a domestic jewelry brand at PARCO Shibuya store. Currently, he is focusing on the EC field, making use of his experience as a student. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_aramaki_/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-b068c15845df3f884cbc381456b8bf54-366×367.jpg Rui Akutsu Joined as a new graduate in 2023. (Formerly) Graduated from Hospitality Tourism College. After graduating, I was assigned to a domestic sports apparel shop at LaLaport TOKYOBAY. Currently engaged in commercialization planning. Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/lewiakutsu/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-7da68a5b843edc13eb91f01ee60d72db-367×366.jpg Raiki Sawabe Joined as a new graduate in 2024. Graduated from Kobe University of Health and Welfare. After graduating, he was assigned to the Tokyo Skytree Town Solamachi branch of an overseas outdoor brand. Currently engaged in marketing, thinking about brand strategy. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yellowmonkey.raiki/ [Message from “ECLECT” members]
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/3670/3820/3670-3820-b16c3c1e7ecd46a662a5bdc42b928e94-709×389.jpg Through this project, we hope to resolve the issues faced by the fashion and apparel industry and become a “guidepost” that expands the opportunities for fashion and apparel sales staff. The first challenge is the work-life balance of apparel sales staff, which we ourselves have faced in the past. Being a salesperson is a wonderful job where you can bring smiles to people’s faces through fashion. However, it is also a profession where working hours are long, it is difficult to take holidays, and it is difficult to find career advancement and career paths for the future. The second issue is inventory. In fact, those of us who work on the front lines of stores have seen first-hand how large quantities of products sent in from headquarters are quickly discounted. In recent years, it has been pointed out that the fashion industry has a large environmental impact due to mass production, mass consumption, and mass disposal, and this is becoming a global issue. We aim to solve these two issues, realize our dream of “launching a new brand that will shine in the fashion and apparel industry,” and create a sustainable environment for everyone who loves fashion and apparel. We will continue to work on this project with the aim of achieving this goal. [ECLECT related page] Teaser site:
https://bit.ly/3NYVlwJ Official Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/eclect.official_ Crowdfunding:
https://camp-fire.jp/projects/799960/view [Inquiries regarding this project] Inter Bell Co., Ltd. In charge of “IB BRAND PROJECT” E-mail: brandproject@interbelle.co.jp
[About C&R Company and C&R Group] C&R started its business in 1990 as a pioneer creator agency. Currently, the business fields of all 31 group companies, centered on C&R, include video, games, web, advertising/publishing, writers, medical care, IT, accounting, legal profession, architecture, fashion, food, AI/DX, Expanding to 18 fields including life sciences, performing arts, CXO, athletes, and agriculture. Our network has expanded to approximately 394,000 professionals and 50,000 clients. The C&R Group will continue to combine the wisdom of networked professionals in 18 fields to create a variety of services, while also realizing our mission of “improving the lifetime value of professionals” and “contributing to the creation of value for our clients.” We aim to achieve this goal. ■Inter Bell Co., Ltd. Company Profile Head Office: Shintora-dori CORE, 4-1-1 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Established: October 2005 Representative: Representative Director and President Katsunori Tanaka Business content: Apparel agency business, retail production business URL: https://interbelle.co.jp/ Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/interbelle.inc/ Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/interbelle_fashion/ YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@interbelle_fashion ■Creek & River Co., Ltd. Company Profile Head office: Shintora-dori CORE, 4-1-1 Shinbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo Established: March 1990 Representative: Atsushi Kurosaki, Representative Director and President Bases: Tokyo (head office), Osaka, Sapporo, Sendai, Saitama, Yokohama, Kawasaki, Takasaki, Kanazawa, Nagoya, Kyoto, Kobe, Takamatsu, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Kumamoto, Naha/Seoul, Shanghai, Beijing, Los Angeles, Montreal Business content: Professionals in 18 fields: video, games, web, advertising/publishing, writers, medical care, IT, accounting, law, architecture, fashion, food, AI/DX, life science, performing arts, CXO, athletes, and agriculture. We are developing agency (dispatch/introduction), production (development/contracting), and rights management (intellectual property planning, development, and distribution) businesses specializing in We are creating endless innovative businesses with our professional wisdom. U R L:
https://www.cri.co.jp (Corporate site)
https://www.cri.co.jp/website-sns/ (Official website/SNS list) https://www.creativevillage.ne.jp/ (Professional x Connect x Media “CREATIVE VILLAGE”)

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