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Social

- Idioma have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. The Komorebi t-shirt was cut and sewn by one of four factories the agent works closely with in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The agent has its own team on the ground in Dhaka who visits the factories daily to monitor working conditions and ensure that nothing is subcontracted out to un-regulated factories.

In addition to these policies each of the factories is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

A bright future for the Bangladeshi garment industry - Flags flying outside one of the sourcing agencies Bangla partners. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals.

Environmental

- Organic cotton. The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certificate means that all stages of production from growing to knitting and sewing of the t-shirt meet organic standards and don’t use any harmful chemicals. 

- Idioma’s sourcing partner encourage factories to employ strict waste control and use energy efficient machines

- Printed using water-based inks. (Most commercial screen printers use plastisol inks which contain PVC and phthalates that are harmful to the environment).

Areas for development

- As the sourcing agent do not own the factories and the factories also produce for other clients they do not have the power to determine worker pay. However the sourcing agency practices ‘open book’ accounting with suppliers to ensure that it pays enough for all workers to receive a living wage and educates factory management about the benefits of doing so (higher staff retention, less absenteeism, fewer quality issues, higher worker satisfaction, enhanced productivity).

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Medium fit with a cut that edges toward fitted without being too much so.   

Strong points

Social

- Idioma have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. The Komorebi t-shirt was cut and sewn by one of four factories the agent works closely with in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The agent has its own team on the ground in Dhaka who visits the factories daily to monitor working conditions and ensure that nothing is subcontracted out to un-regulated factories.

In addition to these policies each of the factories is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

A bright future for the Bangladeshi garment industry - Flags flying outside one of the sourcing agencies Bangla partners. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals.

Environmental

- Organic cotton. The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certificate means that all stages of production from growing to knitting and sewing of the t-shirt meet organic standards and don’t use any harmful chemicals. 

- Idioma’s sourcing partner encourage factories to employ strict waste control and use energy efficient machines

- Printed using water-based inks. (Most commercial screen printers use plastisol inks which contain PVC and phthalates that are harmful to the environment).

Areas for development

- As the sourcing agent do not own the factories and the factories also produce for other clients they do not have the power to determine worker pay. However the sourcing agency practices ‘open book’ accounting with suppliers to ensure that it pays enough for all workers to receive a living wage and educates factory management about the benefits of doing so (higher staff retention, less absenteeism, fewer quality issues, higher worker satisfaction, enhanced productivity).

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Medium fit with a cut that edges toward fitted without being too much so.   

Strong points

Social

- Cut and sewn in an exemplary factory in Tamul Nadu, India where the management have a commitment to ethical production at the core of their vision.

Workers are fairly paid and provided with everything they need such as a medical room, free lunches and recreation space.  Overtime work is only ever done on a voluntary basis and workers are not allowed to do more than 12 hours per week. (This is in stark contrast to many apparel factories where workers are regularly forced to work excessive hours to meet tight deadlines imposed by big brands).

- The factory is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers are not exposed to harmful chemicals.

Environmental

- Organic cotton (Global Organic Textile Standard-certified) planted and harvested by hand in a region where cotton farming is predominantly rain-fed. (Cotton’s biggest environmental impact worldwide is water use. Rain-fed cotton reduces the impact on waterways).

- Factory where the sweatshirt is cut and sewn is powered entirely by renewable energy (most of which comes from 30 massive wind turbines).

- Transported without the use of air freight.

- Printed using water-based inks. (Most commercial screen printers use plastisol inks which contain PVC and phthalates that are harmful to the environment).

Areas for development

Idioma strive to use water based inks where possible but have found that for dark coloured products with a light print they do not provide the required effect. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Regular fit.

Strong points

Social

- Cut and sewn in an exemplary factory in Tamul Nadu, India where the management have a commitment to ethical production at the core of their vision.

Workers are fairly paid and provided with everything they need such as a medical room, free lunches and recreation space.  Overtime work is only ever done on a voluntary basis and workers are not allowed to do more than 12 hours per week. (This is in stark contrast to many apparel factories where workers are regularly forced to work excessive hours to meet tight deadlines imposed by big brands).

- The factory is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers are not exposed to harmful chemicals.

- Our labels are woven by GB Labels who have their own factory in South West Wales. The labels are stitched by Heba, a women’s project in East London that provides training, employment and friendship for migrant women.

Environmental

- Organic cotton (Global Organic Textile Standard-certified) planted and harvested by hand in a region where cotton farming is predominantly rain-fed. (Cotton’s biggest environmental impact worldwide is water use. Rain-fed cotton reduces the impact on waterways).

- Factory where the t-shirt is cut and sewn is powered entirely by renewable energy (most of which comes from 30 massive wind turbines).

- Transported without the use of air freight.

Areas for development

Cotton is a very water intensive crop. It takes 10,000 liters of water to produce 1 kilo of cotton, meaning it takes about 2,700 liters to make 1 cotton t-shirt.

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Relaxed regular fit (order a size down for a more fitted look)

Strong points

Social

- Cut and sewn in an exemplary factory in Tamul Nadu, India where the management have a commitment to ethical production at the core of their vision.

Workers are fairly paid and provided with everything they need such as a medical room, free lunches and recreation space.  Overtime work is only ever done on a voluntary basis and workers are not allowed to do more than 12 hours per week. (This is in stark contrast to many apparel factories where workers are regularly forced to work excessive hours to meet tight deadlines imposed by big brands).

- The factory is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers are not exposed to harmful chemicals.

- Our labels are woven by GB Labels who have their own factory in South West Wales. The labels are stitched by Heba, a women’s project in East London that provides training, employment and friendship for migrant women.

Environmental

- Organic cotton (Global Organic Textile Standard-certified) planted and harvested by hand in a region where cotton farming is predominantly rain-fed. (Cotton’s biggest environmental impact worldwide is water use. Rain-fed cotton reduces the impact on waterways).

- Factory where the t-shirt is cut and sewn is powered entirely by renewable energy (most of which comes from 30 massive wind turbines).

- Transported without the use of air freight.

Areas for development

Cotton is a very water intensive crop. It takes 10,000 liters of water to produce 1 kilo of cotton, meaning it takes about 2,700 liters to make 1 cotton t-shirt.

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Relaxed regular fit (order a size down for a more fitted look)

Strong points

Social

- Idioma have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. The Wind and Waves sweatshirt was cut and sewn by one of four factories the agent works closely with in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The agent has its own team on the ground in Dhaka who visits the factories daily to monitor working conditions and ensure that nothing is subcontracted out to un-regulated factories.

In addition to these policies each of the factories is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

A bright future for the Bangladeshi garment industry - Flags flying outside one of the sourcing agencies Bangla partners. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren't exposed to harmful chemicals.

Environmental

- Organic cotton. The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certificate means that all stages of production from growing to knitting and sewing of the sweatshirt meet organic standards and don’t use any harmful chemicals. 

- Idioma’s sourcing partner encourage factories to employ strict waste control and use energy efficient machines

Areas for development

- As the sourcing agent do not own the factories and the factories also produce for other clients they do not have the power to determine worker pay. However the sourcing agency practices ‘open book’ accounting with suppliers to ensure that it pays enough for all workers to receive a living wage and educates factory management about the benefits of doing so (higher staff retention, less absenteeism, fewer quality issues, higher worker satisfaction, enhanced productivity).

-  This sweatshirt was screen printed using plastisol inks. Most commercial screen printers use plastisol inks, which are easy to use and last well. However, plastisol inks contain PVC and phthalates that can be harmful to the environment.

Idioma strive to use water based inks where possible but have found that for dark coloured products with a light print they do not provide the required effect. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Medium fit.

Strong points

Social

- Idioma have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. The Paper Planes sweatshirt was cut and sewn by one of four factories the agent works closely with in Dhaka, Bangladesh. The agent has its own team on the ground in Dhaka who visits the factories daily to monitor working conditions and ensure that nothing is subcontracted out to un-regulated factories.

In addition to these policies each of the factories is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

A bright future for the Bangladeshi garment industry - Flags flying outside one of the sourcing agencies Bangla partners. 

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren't exposed to harmful chemicals.

Environmental

- Organic cotton. The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certificate means that all stages of production from growing to knitting and sewing of the sweatshirt meet organic standards and don’t use any harmful chemicals. 

- Idioma’s sourcing partner encourage factories to employ strict waste control and use energy efficient machines

Areas for development

- As the sourcing agent do not own the factories and the factories also produce for other clients they do not have the power to determine worker pay. However the sourcing agency practices ‘open book’ accounting with suppliers to ensure that it pays enough for all workers to receive a living wage and educates factory management about the benefits of doing so (higher staff retention, less absenteeism, fewer quality issues, higher worker satisfaction, enhanced productivity).

-  This sweatshirt was screen printed using plastisol inks. Most commercial screen printers use plastisol inks, which are easy to use and last well. However, plastisol inks contain PVC and phthalates that can be harmful to the environment.

Idioma strive to use water based inks where possible but have found that for dark coloured products with a light print they do not provide the required effect. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Medium fit.

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Size & fit: 14" outseam | Slim fit

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Size & fit: 14" outseam | Slim fit

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Size & fit: 14" outseam | Slim fit

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Size & fit: 14" outseam | Slim fit

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Size & fit: 14" outseam | Slim fit

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Burgh short is mid thigh length and sits on the hips. It's a semi slim fit, with an 'old school' feel. Riz told us, “Our aim with a slightly more tailored cut is to create a transitional short that exceeds in and out of the water.”

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Burgh short is mid thigh length and sits on the hips. It's a semi slim fit, with an 'old school' feel. Riz told us, “Our aim with a slightly more tailored cut is to create a transitional short that exceeds in and out of the water.”

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Burgh short is mid thigh length and sits on the hips. It's a semi slim fit, with an 'old school' feel. Riz told us, “Our aim with a slightly more tailored cut is to create a transitional short that exceeds in and out of the water.”

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Burgh short is mid thigh length and sits on the hips. It's a semi slim fit, with an 'old school' feel. Riz told us, “Our aim with a slightly more tailored cut is to create a transitional short that exceeds in and out of the water.”

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Burgh short is mid thigh length and sits on the hips. It's a semi slim fit, with an 'old school' feel. Riz told us, “Our aim with a slightly more tailored cut is to create a transitional short that exceeds in and out of the water.”

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Burgh short is mid thigh length and sits on the hips. It's a semi slim fit, with an 'old school' feel. Riz told us, “Our aim with a slightly more tailored cut is to create a transitional short that exceeds in and out of the water.”

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Blighty short is cut just above the knee and sits on the hips. It has no side seams which allows more movement and fits a greater variety of body shapes, including women's.

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Blighty short is cut just above the knee and sits on the hips. It has no side seams which allows more movement and fits a greater variety of body shapes, including women's.

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Strong points

Environmental 

- These shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles. The use of recycled materials reduces the need for virgin resources to be consumed and saves useful items from ending up in landfill.

- Printed in the UK using water based inks.

Areas for development

Social

The shorts are made in Portugal. Whilst this means the factory comes under EU legislation the factory does not have any stand-out social aspects. It is a ‘regular factory’.  

Riz's Blighty short is cut just above the knee and sits on the hips. It has no side seams which allows more movement and fits a greater variety of body shapes, including women's.

MEASUREMENTS

When was the last time you measured your waist? We know it's not something guys generally do but your jean size is NOT your short size. Jeans often measure 2 inches larger than they say. 

To ensure you get the RIGHT SIZE FIRST TIME, we recommend you measure your natural waist. 

Riz shorts measure just slightly larger than waist size for comfort. 

Good

Social 
- Sewn in an Indian factory accredited to high ethical standards (Fair Wear Foundation) and with a genuine commitment to the social welfare of its workforce. For example they stipulate that overtime work can only be done on a voluntary basis and will not amount to more than 12 hours per week.

- This sweatshirt is hand finished and printed in Sheffield using eco water based inks.

Environmental

- Organic cotton, planted and harvested by hand, in a region where cotton farming in predominantly rain fed. The factory where this sweater was cut and sewn is powered entirely by renewable energy (most of the energy comes from 30 massive wind turbines). The sweater was transported without the use of air freight. 

Areas for development

Social

-The cotton is Global Organic Textile Standard certified and whilst this is a very high level certification it does not currently measure working conditions of cotton pickers. However the fact that the farms are inspected for environmental purposes gives the pickers some measure of security.

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Regular fit.

Strong points

Social

- The jeans are cut and sewn by Yousstex, a Tunisian factory who specialise in jeans craftsmanship. The factory was recently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation who noted that the management was very attentive to working conditions. 

- The 2015 FWF audit noted gave particular praise to Youssex’s spacious and well ventilated factory, noting that there were no overcrowding issues.

- The denim fabric is sourced from DNM, a well-respected Egyptian factory.

- The cotton is certified by the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI), a project seeking to improve conditions in cotton supply chains.

Environmental

- Yousstex, who cut and sew the jeans, have developed a reputation as a benchmark for sustainability and innovation in the denim industry. One example of the factories work is the use of ‘ozone technology’ which harnesses the natural bleaching properties of ozone gas and reduces the number of washes needed to finish jeans by over half. (Ozone is reconverted to ordinary oxygen before release into the environment.)

- The denim fabric is produced by DNM who recycle up to 85% of water used and produce zero wastewater.

- Mud Jeans have chosen their suppliers (fabrics and final product) due to their vicinity to the end consumer. They will shortly publish their carbon emissions data which is reported to be 62% less than the industry standard.

- Better Cotton Initiative encourages the careful monitoring of pesticides and water usage in cotton production. 

- A unique printed pocket patch is used to avoid the need for a leather or faux leather patch.  

- Mud Jeans work to circular economy principals and encourage customers to return jeans they no longer use to be transformed into new items.

Areas for development

The Better Cotton Initiative is largely based on self-assessment data from farmers. Whilst this means it is hard to take the certification as an infallible guide the work the BCI are doing with farmers is positive and has been shown to improve outcomes.

100% Better Cotton Inniative certified cotton

Strong points

Social

- This t-shirt is made in China and Thought founder John Snare is proud that his suppliers are showing that it is possible to produce in China ethically. Thought are committed to building relationships with their suppliers and do not switch factories from season to season. For the last 8 years they have worked with just five suppliers and built a strong relationship with them.

- All suppliers are required to work to ensure that workers are safe, that they are paid a living wage and that they can work free from harassment. The factory making this t-shirt is visited 2-3 times a year by Thought’s own staff.

Environmental

- The organic cotton is GOTS certified (Global Organic Textile Standard). This is a high level standard that verifies that all stages of production from growing to processing meet organic standards and don’t use any harmful chemicals. 

- Thought sources raw materials for their t-shirts in the same geographic area as the shirts are made. This cuts down on C02 emissions from unnecessary transport. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size

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Compare these product measurements to a similar garment you already own. (Take measurements from the outside, with the garment lying flat.)

Strong points

Social

- This jacket is Global Recycle Standard (GRS) certified. This standard requires that suppliers are inspected for good and safe working conditions. The factory in China where the jacket is cut and sewn is also GRS certified. 

Environmental

- Using recycled polyester contributes to less plastic waste ending up in landfill, thereby prolonging landfill life and reducing toxic emissions from incinerators. It also causes less air, water and soil contamination compared to using non-recycled polyester.

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Regular fit

Strong points

Social

- This jacket is Global Recycle Standard (GRS) certified. This standard requires that suppliers are inspected for good and safe working conditions. The factory in China where the jacket is cut and sewn is also GRS certified. 

Environmental

- Using recycled polyester contributes to less plastic waste ending up in landfill, thereby prolonging landfill life and reducing toxic emissions from incinerators. It also causes less air, water and soil contamination compared to using non-recycled polyester.

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Regular fit

Strong points

Social

- This jacket is Global Recycle Standard (GRS) certified. This standard requires that suppliers are inspected for good and safe working conditions. The factory in China where the jacket is cut and sewn is also GRS certified. 

Environmental

- Using recycled polyester contributes to less plastic waste ending up in landfill, thereby prolonging landfill life and reducing toxic emissions from incinerators. It also causes less air, water and soil contamination compared to using non-recycled polyester.

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Regular fit

Strong points

Social

- The t-shirt is stitched in a GOTS certified factory meaning it has been checked by accredited inspectors and meet high socially responsible manufacturing standards.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the beginning. They visit the factories and have long term relationships with them!

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals.

Environmental

- Knowledge Cotton Apparel uses only non-harmful dyestuffs and modern dye houses focused on minimizing water usage and responsible waste water treatment. 

- This shirt is built to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of producing sustainably. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size

Strong points

Social

- The shirt is made in a GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified factory. GOTS is a high level standard that requires high socially responsible manufacturing standards to be met.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the beginning. They visit the factories and have long term relationships with them!

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals associated with conventional cotton production.

Environmental

- This shirt is GOTS label grade two certified because it is made from 70% organic cotton and 30% conventional linen. However conventional linen is regarded as much less damaging to the environment than conventional cotton. Compared to cotton, flax (from which linen fibres are derived) can be grown with less input, without the use of pesticides and on smaller areas of land. Flax production also replenishes the soil with vital nutrients that are depleted by cotton.

- Knowledge Cotton Apparel uses only non-harmful dyestuffs and modern dye houses focused on minimizing water usage and responsible waste water treatment. 

- This shirt is built to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of producing sustainably. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Slim fit

Strong points

Social

- The shirt is made in a GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified factory. GOTS is a high level standard that requires high socially responsible manufacturing standards to be met.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the beginning. They visit the factories and have long term relationships with them!

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals associated with conventional cotton production.

Environmental

- This shirt is GOTS label grade two certified because it is made from 70% organic cotton and 30% conventional linen. However conventional linen is regarded as much less damaging to the environment than conventional cotton. Compared to cotton, flax (from which linen fibres are derived) can be grown with less input, without the use of pesticides and on smaller areas of land. Flax production also replenishes the soil with vital nutrients that are depleted by cotton.

- Knowledge Cotton Apparel uses only non-harmful dyestuffs and modern dye houses focused on minimizing water usage and responsible waste water treatment. 

- This shirt is built to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of producing sustainably. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Slim fit

Strong points

Social

- The shirt is made in a GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified factory. GOTS is a high level standard that requires high socially responsible manufacturing standards to be met.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the beginning. They visit the factories and have long term relationships with them!

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals associated with conventional cotton production.

Environmental

- This shirt is GOTS label grade two certified because it is made from 70% organic cotton and 30% conventional linen. However conventional linen is regarded as much less damaging to the environment than conventional cotton. Compared to cotton, flax (from which linen fibres are derived) can be grown with less input, without the use of pesticides and on smaller areas of land. Flax production also replenishes the soil with vital nutrients that are depleted by cotton.

- Knowledge Cotton Apparel uses only non-harmful dyestuffs and modern dye houses focused on minimizing water usage and responsible waste water treatment. 

- This shirt is built to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of producing sustainably. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Slim fit

Strong points

Social

- The shirt is made in a GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified factory. GOTS is a high level standard that requires high socially responsible manufacturing standards to be met.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the beginning. They visit the factories and have long term relationships with them!

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals associated with conventional cotton production.

Environmental

- This shirt is GOTS label grade two certified because it is made from 70% organic cotton and 30% conventional linen. However conventional linen is regarded as much less damaging to the environment than conventional cotton. Compared to cotton, flax (from which linen fibres are derived) can be grown with less input, without the use of pesticides and on smaller areas of land. Flax production also replenishes the soil with vital nutrients that are depleted by cotton.

- Knowledge Cotton Apparel uses only non-harmful dyestuffs and modern dye houses focused on minimizing water usage and responsible waste water treatment. 

- This shirt is built to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of producing sustainably. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Slim fit

Strong points

Social

- The shirt is made in a GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified factory. GOTS is a high level standard that requires high socially responsible manufacturing standards to be met.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the beginning. They visit the factories and have long term relationships with them!

- Use of organic cotton means that pickers aren’t exposed to harmful chemicals associated with conventional cotton production.

Environmental

- This shirt is GOTS label grade two certified because it is made from 70% organic cotton and 30% conventional linen. However conventional linen is regarded as much less damaging to the environment than conventional cotton. Compared to cotton, flax (from which linen fibres are derived) can be grown with less input, without the use of pesticides and on smaller areas of land. Flax production also replenishes the soil with vital nutrients that are depleted by cotton.

- Knowledge Cotton Apparel uses only non-harmful dyestuffs and modern dye houses focused on minimizing water usage and responsible waste water treatment. 

- This shirt is built to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of producing sustainably. 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Slim fit