Our commitment to sustainability is deeply interwoven into the textiles we choose. Each fabric reflects meticulous care, an appreciation for timeless quality, and an unwavering dedication to our planet. As you explore our collection, you’ll come to understand that every material we use isn’t just a choice for aesthetics or feel, but a conscious step towards a more sustainable future in fashion.
Organic Cotton
Often, when organic cotton is discussed or suggested, it isn’t always clear why making the switch to organic cotton can have such a profound impact. Conventionally grown cotton in some cases can be one of the most environmentally damaging and socially harmful parts of the fashion industry due to its excessive use of insecticides and water. Cotton accounts for 2.5% of world agricultural land, but it uses a disproportionate 16% of world insecticides. Largely speaking, the insecticides used in cotton growing are toxic for humans and the natural environment.
By using organically grown cotton you eliminate the use of harmful insecticides, thereby increasing welfare for the growers and handlers of raw-state cotton. The carbon footprint is reduced through increased soil fertility and elimination of greenhouse gases caused by the application of non-organic insecticides and fertilisers. Furthermore, less water is needed, not only through irrigation but also through eradicating water involved in creating non-organic inputs such as synthetic insecticides and fertilisers.
This is why we are increasing the percentage of organic cotton used in our collections year-on-year. It will not be an easy transition and will take us time to develop fabrics with our current suppliers as well as finding new suppliers to meet our needs.
Wool
Wool is among the oldest natural fibres used in clothing. High-quality wool not only keeps you warm and provides comfort but also lasts a long time. While the early stages of wool's lifecycle, such as breeding and processing, might have a moderate environmental footprint, this is often counterbalanced in the long run. Good quality wool requires less frequent washing and tends to have a longer lifespan.
We are committed to sourcing only the finest wools from historic woollen mills and trusted knitwear factories. As a natural material, once wool reaches the end of its usable life and isn't recyclable, it naturally biodegrades, returning to the earth.
Linen
Linen is derived from the flax plant, of which the crops are naturally irrigated with rain water and require far less fertiliser than cotton crops.
Linen has been used for centuries and is known for its soft, breathable qualities. It has a low environmental impact due to its low water and insecticide requirements. This makes it a great option for summer clothing for practical and environmental reasons. Linen plays a key part of our clothing for these very reasons…. plus the fact it looks great.
Corozo
We continue to use Corozo buttons in our production as much as possible. Corozo is a completely natural and sustainable product also known as “vegetable ivory” It comes from the fruit of a palm tree plant indigenous to Ecuadorian micro-climates.
