ETHICS & SUSTAINABILITY

People, Planet & Animals

We seek out brands who share our desire for a better world, who care about the planet, and also care about the people who produce their clothes, and also the welfare of animals and wildlife.

We carefully research each brands policies and methods to ensure that they align with our values before partnering with them, and we display that information for you, so that you can be confident that they align with your values before deciding to purchase.

Each brand has a dedicated Ethics and Sustainability page which can be accessed from their brand page. We use the sections of PEOPLE, PLANET and ANIMALS to display their individual processes and policies under those headings

If you have any further questions, we are here to help and always open to feedback.

Reach out to us on hello@another-now.com

Our brands support ethical, fair, safe and hygienic working conditions, ensure their workers are paid a living wage, and who provide clear and transparent information on their supply chain.

As a minimum, they adhere to the Declaration of the International Labor Organization (ILO):

1. Freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.

2. The elimination of all forms of forced or compulsory labour.

3. The effective abolition of child labour.

4. The elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.

5. A safe and healthy working environment.

In addition to the above many of our brands have additional incentives or policies in place which align with their own passions. For example by providing and supporting jobs for women.

Ethics info is displayed under the PEOPLE section, on each brands ethics & sustainability page. Including any ethical standards accreditations/certificates and details of charities, organisations or incentives that they may work with.

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 seek out brands who meet as many of the below sustainability standards as possible:

• Local manufacturing

Decreasing carbon emissions and supporting local communities.

• Circular or closed loop manufacturing

Use of recycled/upcycled fabrics or closed loop fabrics such as Tencel and Organic Bamboo.

Also consideration for the end of life ramifications of their garments, for example by ensuring that they are manufactured using as many natural and biodegradable fabrics as possible.

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 either 100% organic or chemical free, or recycled/deadstock.

- Eco fabrics such as lyocell/tencel, linen, hemp, bamboo, modal, cupro, ecovero/lenzing

- Silicone or plant-based based vegan leather

- eco trimmings bio degradable elastic, corozo non-plastic buttons

- Recycled & upcycled fabrics/yarns

We do sell a percentage of recycled polyester (PET) and econyl, because this helps prevent these materials going into landfill, but we are aware that this is not the only solution to the problem.

-We also sell a carefully selected amount of responsibly produced footwear that is made from certified non toxic PU.

- Consider carefully their use of plastic based materials, and only use them in a responsible way.

• 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 or working with their suppliers to re-use water.

• 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,

To ensure 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.

• Minimise waste

Choose to work in a trans seasonal, season-less or slow fashion way, Those that do work in seasons design in a conscious way, crafting products that are Timeless and made to last.

Use zero waste pattern cutting methods as well as other waste saving methods such as use of offcuts to make swing tags.

Sustainability info is displayed under the PLANET section, on each brands ethics & sustainability page. Including any accreditations/certificates and details of charities, organisations or incentives that they may work with in the areas of Sustainability.

Our brands care about the environment, so it naturally makes sense that they care about the impact their production may have on animal welfare.

Organic farming is proven to support biodiversity and wildlife, and protect animal welfare. All the brands we sell use 100% organic or chemical cotton (unless its recycled).

None of our brands use fur, angora, or “exotic” animal skin, or use ‘non-mulesing’ wool.

At this time Another Now chooses to sell Vegan/non-animal based products only.

We choose never to sell products made from:

- Silk, peace silk

- Leather or suede

- Fur, feathers or exotic animal skin

At this time we also choose not to sell wool, although we may choose to sell a small amount of recycled wool or ethical wool, which can be traced back to an ethical and cruelty free supplier in the future (as we find out more about the processes involved)

We don't require our brands to only produce vegan products themselves, but we choose to sell only their vegan pieces - and we still need to feel confident that any products they do make from animal materials, are not produced in ways which we would fundamentally disagree with.

Animal welfare info is displayed under the ANIMALS section, on each brands ethics & sustainability page. Including any accreditations/certificates and details of animal ethics standards charities, organisations or incentives that they may work with.