Elizabeth Salim

WHO THE FCK IS SVLIM?

Elizabeth Salim is a decentralized fashiontech and sustainability designer with an interdisciplinary career spanning over 7 years. Her extensive experience has established her as a creative force, speaker, consultant, and a leading figure in sustainable fashion in Mexico.

She is a representative of Fashion Tech at a Latin American level, having made history as the first speaker to discuss fashion on the TEDx platform in Mexico. She has also participated in renowned events such as SXSW, Fashinnovation, Inexmoda, Mexican Design Showcase, Fashion Revolution, Why Not Sustainable, and the United Nations, making her mark in countries such as the United States, Colombia, Spain, the United Kingdom, Dubai, and Brazil.

Elizabeth's visionary approach to decentralized design has led her to collaborate on socially impactful projects involving wearables and interfaces with companies like Intel and Continental. She has also served as a social speaker at Oracle Mexico and as a mentor for innovation and processes at Google Accelerator Mexico.

Currently, she heads an independent upcycling brand that pioneers in biomaterials, immersive technology, and processes. This brand operates as a validation laboratory for disruptive projects and blue ocean ventures that contribute to the advancement of tech hunting in the fields of fashion and design. XX

WASTE IS A DESIGN ERROR THAT OVEREXPOSES AN OBSOLETE SOCIAL PRACTICE AND BELIEF.

Breathing new life into items once deemed obsolete constitutes a revolutionary stance against a system that fosters a culture of consumption and desire. The fundamental principle of physics, which states that matter can neither be created nor destroyed but can only be transformed, urges us to align our actions with responsible disposal practices.

Understanding that there is no such thing as "throwing away," as everything goes somewhere, is essential.

To effect change in the system, we must instigate reform through educational reintegration and internal modification.

TECHNOLOGY IS FASHION'S KEY ALLY FOR SUSTAINABILITY.

The most promising transformation for the fashion industry lies in its technological evolution toward sustainability and ethical practices. Leveraging emerging decentralized systems, the fashion sector possesses diverse avenues for innovation, fostering creativity while rediscovering its anthropological significance through experiential design.

This evolution involves a reconnection with fashion's identity, reaffirming its role as an integral expression of human history. Moreover, it entails the establishment of transparent processes that align with both environmental stewardship and the advancement of emerging economies.

EMOTIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AS A WAY OF LIFE.

We cannot advocate for what we don't personally practice, and our mental well-being and lifestyle play a crucial role in aligning our actions, thoughts, and impact.

Emotional and mental health are indispensable for formulating enduring strategies and actions that empower us to be effective in implementing solutions against climate change, fostering environmental improvement, and advancing towards a sustainable fashion industry.

As it is within, so it reflects without.

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Conferences 2023-2024

  • How to communicate Innovation and sustainability (ENG/ESP)

    Sustainability is becoming increasingly prevalent in every product and service in the market, with a focus on gaining acceptance within the global supply chain as an immediate priority.
    Being a creative and technical hybrid, its communication poses a challenge of transparency to avoid falling into greenwashing. It also demands analytical capabilities from end consumers who are committed to driving change and participating in conscious consumption.

  • Fashiontech x Sustainability (ENG/ESP)

    A hybrid between a conference and a masterclass that delves into the current dynamics between technology and sustainability to propel the fashion industry to the next level. This conference is a favorite among those who want to learn about technology and explore the decentralization of fashion across various creative and commercial domains.

  • Emotional Sustainability (ENG/ESP)

    With the sustainable revolution in the fashion industry, transparency and innovation cycles have significantly influenced its digital migration. This persuasion has led the industry to establish responsibility towards the planet and its users through identity and education.
    In this presentation, we will address the integration of sustainability as a part of the innovation process, furthering the emotional impact of transgenerational consumption awareness and the quest for balance between industry, profitability, and experience design.
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Consulting System for Independent and Corporate Brands

Sustainable migration begins with the awakening of consciousness among its human capital, enabling them to make consistent decisions without affecting operations, while simultaneously enhancing the production, quality, and communication of products and services.

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