Updated on 2 February 2026
Upcycled Bags and Accessories – Circular Fashion Solutions
Founder and CEO at JUNKLE & Co di Sposito e Chillemi sas
Palermo, Italy
About
UNKLE & Co, founded in 2023 and female-led, is a startup specializing in sustainable fashion products. The company manufactures and sells bags and accessories made from upcycled materials, including discarded sails, giving new life to textiles that would otherwise be wasted.
Their mission is to integrate creative upcycling with local artisanal production, fostering a circular economy model while creating positive social impacts. JUNKLE & Co supports women’s employment and contributes to the revitalization of Palermo’s historic center. By combining sustainability, craftsmanship, and design, the startup offers innovative, eco-conscious fashion solutions for conscious consumers.
Applies to
- Circular Economy
- Creative Industries
- Ecodesign and packaging
- Textiles And Fashion
Organisation
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