SUSTAINABILITY
We know that it is nearly impossible to be 100% sustainable in every area, but it's important to us to sell brands who are actively considering their impact on the planet. We select brands who meet as many of the following sustainability standards as possible:
- Use local manufacturing, which both decreases carbon emissions and supports local communities.
- Use circular or closed loop manufacturing, for example by using recycled fabrics or closed loop fabrics such as Tencel and organic bamboo. Also brands who consider the end of life ramifications of their own garments, for example by ensuring that they are manufactured using as many natural and biodegradable fabrics as possible, and in addition may run repair/recycle/take back schemes.
- Use sustainable fabrics, particularly those that are accredited by organisations including OEKO-TEX and GOTS. All cotton sold on another now is 100% organic, or recycled.
- Consider carefully their use of plastic based materials, and only use them in a responsible way. for example by using recycled PET, or non toxic PU.
-Do not use polluting or toxic chemicals. Choose un-dyed fabric or natural, eco dyes instead of chemical based ones.
- Minimise water waste, for example by using natural and un-dyed or direct print technology instead of traditional dyeing methods, or by ensuring that their suppliers re-use water where possible .
- Employs and supports low impact manufacturing processes, including energy consumption, greenhouse gas emissions and pollution, for example by choosing factories who have strict controls on emissions, use solar power, and dispose of waste products in clean, safe and environmentally friendly ways.
- Design and construct their products well, so that they are durable and long lasting. By shifting away from the disposable nature of fast fashion, they promote a more sustainable and responsible approach to clothing production and consumption.
- Use zero waste pattern cutting.
The majority of our brands choose to work in a season-less or slow fashion way, and those that do work in seasons design in a conscious way, crafting products that are made to last and be loved.
Each brand's sustainable working practices can be found on their ethics & sustainability page, under the PLANET section, along with any additional sustainability accreditations/certificates and details of sustainability charities they may choose to work with.