Textiles

Cotton

Cotton is grown throughout the world.  Conventionally farmed crops need considerable amounts of water, fertilisers (derived from fossil fuels) and agro-chemicals to combat pests and diseases.  In some regions there are concerns about the use of forced labour and the health and safety of farm workers exposed to agro-chemicals and harsh working conditions.

Small amounts of cotton are grown organically, avoiding crop protection chemicals and fossil fertilisers.  Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and concerned companies have formed the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) which sets sustainability standards for cotton growers. Producers who meet the BCI’s core requirements can become licensed to grow and sell their produce as Better Cotton.

Our commitment on cotton:
Some of our cotton is sourced through the Better Cotton Initiative. We are working with our suppliers to establish full transparency of sources by the end of 2024. We will then be in a position to support an industry initiative and/or choose a certification system to support.

Linen

Linen is made from the fibres of the flax plant.  Flax is widely grown in mild climates, such as Europe, and is considered to have a lower environmental impact than cotton because it needs fewer chemical inputs and less water.

Polyester, Viscose & Mutka Silk

As of the end of 2023, we have discontinued all polyester in our collection. We have made this decision as fabrics made with greater than 30% polyester require treatment with harmful FR chemicals to achieve UK fire safety standards. Any polyester sourced in the future to be 100% recycled.

Viscose, made from wood, is a natural material produced in large, well-managed mills.  We are working with our suppliers to find ways to source the most sustainably-produced viscose available, to avoid any deforestation and chemical pollution. Our viscose is certified to OEKOTEX 100 standards.

The short-fibre mutka silk we use is a by-product of the silk industry and would otherwise go to waste.

Our commitment on polyester & mutka silk:
Any polyester sourced in the future to be 100% recycled. We will continue to responsibly source mutka silk.