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STRONG POINTS

- Use of organic cotton

- Long term relationship with manufacturing partner

- Transparent supply chain

Suppliers

Organic cotton: Bordo Group, Turkey (Global Organic Textile Standard)

Cut and sew: Glocal Tex, Turkey (Sedex SMETA audit)

Factory visits
Matt Peters, Re:Sustain founder has a long term relationship with the factory and has worked with them on various projects, visiting several times. The SMETA audit noted the following areas of best practice: “meal is provided to workers free of charge” and “transportation is provided to workers free of charge”.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This sweatshirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

The SMETA audit report detailed that only part of workers wages were paid through the official payroll with the remaining amount paid in cash. This means that the factory only makes a social insurance contribution on part of workers salaries. Re:Sustain Founder Matt Peters shared with us that this is countrywide issue but that Re:Sustain have since started working with a new supplier that has GOTS certification, and are members of the Sustainable Apparel Collection.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

• Fits true to size. Take your normal size
• Slim/regular, cropped fit

STRONG POINTS

- Use of organic cotton

- Long term relationship with manufacturing partner

- Transparent supply chain

Suppliers

Organic cotton: Bordo Group, Turkey (Global Organic Textile Standard)

Cut and sew: Glocal Tex, Turkey (Sedex SMETA audit)

Factory visits
Matt Peters, Re:Sustain founder has a long term relationship with the factory and has worked with them on various projects, visiting several times. The SMETA audit noted the following areas of best practice: “meal is provided to workers free of charge” and “transportation is provided to workers free of charge”.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This sweatshirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

The SMETA audit report detailed that only part of workers wages were paid through the official payroll with the remaining amount paid in cash. This means that the factory only makes a social insurance contribution on part of workers salaries. Re:Sustain Founder Matt Peters shared with us that this is countrywide issue but that Re:Sustain have since started working with a new supplier that has GOTS certification, and are members of the Sustainable Apparel Collection.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Made in a wind-powered factory

- Organic cotton

- Printed with environmentally friendly inks

Suppliers

T-shirt: Earth Positive, India

(GOTS, Fair Wear Foundation)

Earth Positive has developed a model ethical supply chain, from organic cotton fields in Northern India through spinning, fabric production, dyeing and wet processing, to final manufacturing and distribution.

Printing: I Dress Myself, Somerset, UK

This Somerset-based business specialises in eco-friendly screen printing. Founded in 2006, it sees screen printing as a heritage craft, and uses only the Permaset range of water-based inks. I Dress Myself comprises a small, close-knit team that designs its own products and prints for other businesses. It offers technical support to printers around the world, and provides a first-class, eco-friendly service.

Working conditions

Earth Positive are a member of the Fair Wear Foundation which means their supply chain is carefully examined for labour issues and the findings made public here. 

Our screenprinters I Dress Myself are a small closely knit team and we have been able to chat with all members.

Environmental impact

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).

Renewable energy powers the factory where our t-shirts are cut and sewn. (a combination of 30 massive wind turbines and solar panels on the roof of the factory).

Environmentally friendly inks are used to print our t-shirts. We use Permaset Aqua inks – the most environmentally friendly inks on the market, passing the OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Class 1 test (an independent testing and certification system for textile products) with 60% to spare!

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

All workers at the Earth Positive factory receive at least the legal minimum wage, however this is not considered a living wage by many. We would like to see our supplier Earth Positive continue their work exploring the complex topic of achieving a real living wage for garment workers.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

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Social

Ecoalf’s flip flops are handmade in a local Spanish factory that Ecoalf visit regularly.

Environmental

- This pair of flip flops is made of 344 grams of recycled used tires.


The used tires are sourced from Signus, a not for profit initiative set up to ensure that used tyres are not seen as waste but rather a resource with value.

It is difficult to recycle tyres as they contain metals, antioxidants and fabric pieces. It took Ecoalf two years of R + D but the result was a process that separated the elements and created a clean powder that can be compressed into shape without any glue or chemicals.

- The straps are made from 100% recycled rubber.

- ECOALF has chosen to produce in the same geographical regions that the raw materials they use are recycled. This cuts down on C02 emissions from unnecessary transport.

Good

Social

Ecoalf’s flip flops are handmade in a local Spanish factory that Ecoalf visit regularly.

Environmental

- This pair of flip flops is made of 344 grams of recycled used tires.


The used tires are sourced from Signus, a not for profit initiative set up to ensure that used tyres are not seen as waste but rather a resource with value.

It is difficult to recycle tyres as they contain metals, antioxidants and fabric pieces. It took Ecoalf two years of R + D but the result was a process that separated the elements and created a clean powder that can be compressed into shape without any glue or chemicals.

- The straps are made from 100% recycled rubber.

- ECOALF has chosen to produce in the same geographical regions that the raw materials they use are recycled. This cuts down on C02 emissions from unnecessary transport.

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits 
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

• Loose fit

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits 
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

• Loose fit

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits 
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

• Loose fit

Good

Social

Ecoalf’s flip flops are handmade in a local Spanish factory that Ecoalf visit regularly.

Environmental

- This pair of flip flops is made of 344 grams of recycled used tires.


The used tires are sourced from Signus, a not for profit initiative set up to ensure that used tyres are not seen as waste but rather a resource with value.

It is difficult to recycle tyres as they contain metals, antioxidants and fabric pieces. It took Ecoalf two years of R + D but the result was a process that separated the elements and created a clean powder that can be compressed into shape without any glue or chemicals.

- The straps are made from 100% recycled rubber.

- ECOALF has chosen to produce in the same geographical regions that the raw materials they use are recycled. This cuts down on C02 emissions from unnecessary transport.

Strong points

Social

- These chinos are GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified meaning all stages of production have been checked by accredited inspectors and meet high socially responsible manufacturing standards.

- KCA have worked with their Turkish manufacturing partners since the brand begun. 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

- The organic cotton fabric is GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certified. 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.

- These chinos are 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
• Regular fit

Find the perfect fit!

STRONG POINTS

- Made from PET (recycled plastic bottles)
- Global Recycle Standard certified
- Suppliers are long term partners

Suppliers
PET Fabric: China (GRS certified)
Jacket: Cut and sewn in China (GRS certified)

Factory visits
KCA have personally visited their Chinese manufacturing partner.
The factory that makes this rain jacket is independently certified by GRS (Global Recycle Standard). Certifications such as these show that the supply chain has been audited against social and environmental criteria.

Environmental impact

Made out of PET Recycled Plastic Bottles. Finding innovative uses for disposable products reduces waste sent to landfill and avoids the need for virgin resources to be consumed.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

Global Recycle Standard requires only that national legal wage standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fairwear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Made from PET (recycled plastic bottles)
- Global Recycle Standard certified
- Suppliers are long term partners

Suppliers
PET Fabric: China (GRS certified)
Jacket: Cut and sewn in China (GRS certified)

Factory visits
KCA have personally visited their Chinese manufacturing partner.
The factory that makes this rain jacket is independently certified by GRS (Global Recycle Standard). Certifications such as these show that the supply chain has been audited against social and environmental criteria.

Environmental impact

Made out of PET Recycled Plastic Bottles. Finding innovative uses for disposable products reduces waste sent to landfill and avoids the need for virgin resources to be consumed.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

Global Recycle Standard requires only that national legal wage standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fairwear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Use of recycled materials

- Ecoalf visit suppliers regularly

Suppliers
Recycled nylon is sourced in Taiwan 
Supplier Certifications: GRS

Fabric knitted in Korea 
Supplier Certifications: OEKO-TEX®, BLUE SIGN®

Jacket cut and sewn in China 
Supplier Certifications: ISO9001

Environmental impact
This jacket is made with recycled fishing nets. Fishing nets are made with the world’s best quality nylon and Ecoalf report that the process of transferring recovered fishing nets into new fabrics requires half of the steps required to produce virgin nylon fabric. As a result there are savings in water, energy and CO2 emissions.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

Whilst Ecoalf regularly visit the factory that cuts and sews this jacket it would be good to see the factory obtain an independent high level social certification such as BSCI.

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

STRONG POINTS

- Use of recycled materials

- Ecoalf visit suppliers regularly

Suppliers
Recycled nylon is sourced in Taiwan 
Supplier Certifications: GRS

Fabric knitted in Korea 
Supplier Certifications: OEKO-TEX®, BLUE SIGN®

Jacket cut and sewn in China 
Supplier Certifications: ISO9001

Environmental impact
This jacket is made with recycled fishing nets. Fishing nets are made with the world’s best quality nylon and Ecoalf report that the process of transferring recovered fishing nets into new fabrics requires half of the steps required to produce virgin nylon fabric. As a result there are savings in water, energy and CO2 emissions.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

Whilst Ecoalf regularly visit the factory that cuts and sews this jacket it would be good to see the factory obtain an independent high level social certification such as BSCI.

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

STRONG POINTS

- Use of organic cotton 

- Cut & sew factory audited by Fair Wear Foundation

- Screen printed with water based inks 

Suppliers

Cut & sew: Dhaka, Bangladesh (audited by 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.

loackme have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. The Geometric Grid t-shirt was cut and sewn by one of four factories the agent works closely with in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 

Each of the factories is independently audited by the Fair Wear Foundation and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard).

This t-shirt was hand printed by the designer using water based inks. 

The sourcing agent have their 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.

Organic virgin cotton protects the environment and health of farmers from the damaging intensive fertilisers and pesticides conventionally used.

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).

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

100% organic cotton

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

Still got questions? Send an email to orders@brotherswestand.com

STRONG POINTS

- Use of organic cotton

- Short supply chain with long-term partners

Suppliers

Organic cotton: Orta Anadolu, Turkey (GOTS)

Stitching and washing: Yousstex, Tunisia (audited by Fair Wear Foundation)

Fair Wear Foundation audit in 2015 noted that the Yousstex management is attentive to working conditions

Product manager, Dion Vijgeboom, visits the Yousstex factory every few months to ensure quality working conditions. He has built a good relationship with the factory owner, Mr. Habib, and any issues that arise can be discussed in an open and productive manner. 

Labourers work 8 hours a day, 5.5 days a week. Free medical care and transportation are provided. Factory is safe and appropriately air-conditioned/ heated. 

Workers report they are paid fairly and on time.

Organic virgin cotton protects the environment and health of farmers from the damaging intensive fertilisers and pesticides conventionally used.

Unique printed pocket patch avoids the need for a leather or faux leather patch.

Brothers We Stand has received evidence that the major suppliers involved in the production of these jeans all have wastewater treatment plans in place.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

We would like to see Mud continue to support and encourage the formation of an active workers committee at Yousstex, the factory where their jeans are stitched.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

99% organic cotton, 1% elastane

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

Still got questions? Send an email to orders@brotherswestand.com

STRONG POINTS

- Use of organic cotton

- Short supply chain with long-term partners

Suppliers

Organic cotton: Orta Anadolu, Turkey (GOTS)

Stitching and washing: Yousstex, Tunisia (audited by Fair Wear Foundation)

Fair Wear Foundation audit in 2015 noted that the Yousstex management is attentive to working conditions

Product manager, Dion Vijgeboom, visits the Yousstex factory every few months to ensure quality working conditions. He has built a good relationship with the factory owner, Mr. Habib, and any issues that arise can be discussed in an open and productive manner. 

Labourers work 8 hours a day, 5.5 days a week. Free medical care and transportation are provided. Factory is safe and appropriately air-conditioned/ heated. 

Workers report they are paid fairly and on time.

Organic virgin cotton protects the environment and health of farmers from the damaging intensive fertilisers and pesticides conventionally used.

Unique printed pocket patch avoids the need for a leather or faux leather patch.

Brothers We Stand has received evidence that the major suppliers involved in the production of these jeans all have wastewater treatment plans in place.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

We would like to see Mud continue to support and encourage the formation of an active workers committee at Yousstex, the factory where their jeans are stitched.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

99% organic cotton, 1% elastane

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

Still got questions? Send an email to orders@brotherswestand.com

STRONG POINTS

- Use of recycled materials 

- Short supply chain with long-term partners

- Mud know all partners personally and visit them regularly.

Suppliers

Recycled denim: Royo, Spain (Global Recycled Standard certified, Better Cotton Initiative member, UN Global Compact signatory)

Royo is an impressive company with deeply embedded social and environmental goals. They have collaborated with Recover to create a denim upcycling programme. Recover turn textile waste into quality recycled yarn, which Royo then dyes and weaves into denim fabric.

Stitching and washing: Yousstex, Tunisia (audited by Fair Wear Foundation)

Fair Wear Foundation audit in 2015 noted that the Yousstex management is attentive to working conditions

Product manager, Dion Vijgeboom, visits the Yousstex factory every few months to ensure quality working conditions. He has built a good relationship with the factory owner, Mr. Habib, and any issues that arise can be discussed in an open and productive manner. 

Labourers work 8 hours a day, 5.5 days a week. Free medical care and transportation are provided. Factory is safe and appropriately air-conditioned/ heated. 

Workers report they are paid fairly and on time.

Recycled denim reduces the amount of virgin cotton needed. (Cotton is a resource intensive crop, requiring up to 20,000 l water to produce just 1 kg).

Organic virgin cotton protects the environment and health of farmers from the damaging intensive fertilisers and pesticides conventionally used.

Brothers We Stand has received evidence that the major suppliers involved in the production of these jeans all have wastewater treatment plans in place.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

We would like to see Mud continue to support and encourage the formation of an active workers committee at Yousstex, the factory where their jeans are stitched.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

40% recycled jeans, 60% organic cotton

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

Still got questions? Send an email to orders@brotherswestand.com

STRONG POINTS

- Cut and sewn in a wind powered factory
- Organic cotton
- Supporting independent designers  

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS)
T-shirt: Cut and sewn in Tamul Nadu, India. (Fair Wear Foundation, GOTS)

Factory visits

We Do Nothing have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. This t-shirt was 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 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.

Read the FWF report here.

Environmental impact and materials

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

The use of organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

We Do Nothing are not able to provide detailed information about the supply chain of the 100% cotton fabric they use for their pockets. Obtaining this kind of information is a challenge for emerging designers but it would be great if they could find a transparent supplier.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Cut and sewn in a wind powered factory
- Organic cotton
- Supporting independent designers  

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS)
T-shirt: Cut and sewn in Tamul Nadu, India. (Fair Wear Foundation, GOTS)

Factory visits

We Do Nothing have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. This t-shirt was 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 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.

Read the FWF report here.

Environmental impact and materials

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

The use of organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production.

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

We Do Nothing are not able to provide detailed information about the supply chain of the 100% cotton fabric they use for their pockets. Obtaining this kind of information is a challenge for emerging designers but it would be great if they could find a transparent supplier.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Cut and sewn in a wind powered factory
- Organic cotton
- Supporting independent designers  

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS)
T-shirt: Cut and sewn in Tamul Nadu, India. (Fair Wear Foundation, GOTS)

Factory visits

We Do Nothing have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. This t-shirt was 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 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.

Read the FWF report here.

Environmental impact and materials

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

- The use of organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production.

Areas for development

We Do Nothing are not able to provide detailed information about the supply chain of the 100% cotton fabric they use for their pockets. Obtaining this kind of information is a challenge for emerging designers but it would be great if they could find a transparent supplier.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (t-shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn: Spun in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This t-shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact

Organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

This t-shirt is made to last! Making a product that will stand the test of time is a hugely important aspect of sustainable design. 

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

GOTS living wage policy currently only requires that national legal standards are met. We’d love to see KCA collaborate with an organisation like the Fair Wear Foundation to advance the complex topic of a real living wage for garment workers. 

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- GOTS certified supply chain
- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Organic cotton: Grown in India (GOTS certified)
Yarn and fabric: Spun and woven in India (GOTS certified)
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Certifications: This shirt is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greelife, Lic.No. 151833

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact and materials

- The use of organic cotton protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production. 

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

Areas for development

Future areas for innovation could include developing low water usage yarn dyeing techniques and continuing to pursue a carbon neutral supply chain. KCA’s goal is to become 100% carbon neutral throughout their supply and distribution chain by 2025.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact and materials
- 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.

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

Areas for development

We believe a high quality shirt made of a linen can form part of the sustainable wardrobe of the future. Future areas for development could include providing further information on the linen supply chain. KCA’s goal is to become 100% carbon neutral throughout their supply and distribution chain by 2025.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

STRONG POINTS

- Suppliers are long term partners
- Exceptional quality (shirt will be enjoyed for many years)

Suppliers
Shirt: Cut and sewn in India (GOTS certified)

Factory visits
KCA have worked with their Indian manufacturing partners for 4-5 years, visiting the factories on a regular basis.

Environmental impact and materials
- 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.

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

Areas for development

We believe a high quality shirt made of a linen can form part of the sustainable wardrobe of the future. Future areas for development could include providing further information on the linen supply chain. KCA’s goal is to become 100% carbon neutral throughout their supply and distribution chain by 2025.

Further questions? Please email jonathan@brotherswestand.com 

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

Suppliers

Organic cotton: GOTS certified supplier in India

T-shirt cut and sewn in Tamul Nadu, India.
(Fair Wear Foundation, GOTS)

(EU regulations)

Factory visits

Idioma work with a sourcing partner that help emerging brands to source ethically and sustainably. The factory where this t-shirt is cut and sewn is located in Tamul Nadu, India and is visited regularly by the partner. All overtime work at the factory is voluntary and audits report that 60% of workers do not carry out overtime. Read the FWF report here.

Idioma visit Dove Clothing who print their garments regularly during production and enjoy a close working relationship with them.

Environmental impact and materials

The use of organic cotton (Global Organic Textile Standard-certified) protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production.

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

This t-shirt was screen printed using plastisol inks. Most commercial screen printers use plastisol inks, which are easy to use and last well. However, plastisol inks often contain PVC and phthalates that can be harmful to the environment. Idioma use Rutland® Screen Print Inks which are certified phthalate free and fully compliant with environmental regulations but do contain PVC.  

STRONG POINTS

- 100% Organic cotton
- Factory powered by renewable energy
- Factory committed to social and ecological standards (GOTS certified, FWF audit)

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

Printed with plastisol inks. 

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

Suppliers

Organic cotton: GOTS certified supplier in India

Rayon thread for embroidery: Madeira Threads (REACH, ISO 9001-2008, OEKO-TEX®)

Hoodie cut and sewn in Tamul Nadu, India.
(Fair Wear Foundation, GOTS)

(EU regulations)

Factory visits

Idioma work with a sourcing partner that help emerging brands to source ethically and sustainably. The factory where this hoodie is cut and sewn is located in Tamul Nadu, India and is visited regularly by the partner. All overtime work at the factory is voluntary and audits report that 60% of workers do not carry out overtime. Read the FWF report here.

Idioma visit Dove Clothing who embroider their garments regularly during production and enjoy a close working relationship with them.

Environmental impact and materials

The use of organic cotton (Global Organic Textile Standard-certified) protects the environment and also farmers who may suffer ill health when coming into contact with the intensive fertilisers and pesticides used in conventional cotton production.

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

STRONG POINTS

- 100% Organic cotton
- Factory powered by renewable energy
- Factory committed to social and ecological standards (GOTS certified, FWF audit)

AREAS FOR DEVELOPMENT

We are currently waiting for more information on the supply chain of the rayon thread.

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

Strong points

Social

- Idioma have partnered with a sourcing agent who help emerging designers source sustainably and ethically. The 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

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 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

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.