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Conscious Glossary. Take an in-depth look at our sustainability efforts.
The Good Cashmere Standard® by AbTF. As a partner of The Good Cashmere Standard® by AbTF, we source more sustainable cashmere which certifies that it comes from goats that have been treated responsibly.
Garment Dye (High-molecular Reactive) This garment dyeing process uses 40% less water in comparison to conventional techniques. By using more functional molecules, this process improves color fastness and reduces the amount of residual dye, resulting in less washing needed to get a desired color – saving water all along the way.
Leather Working Group Leather Working Group is committed to driving improvement across the global leather supply chain, minimizing the environmental impact of leather production as well as inspiring, educating, and challenging its member companies.
Recycled Spandex Asahi Kasei`s ROICA™ launched the first Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified recycled elastane to help reduce the use of virgin spandex.
Regenerated Cellulosics Sourced from certified sustainably managed forests and manufactured more responsibly, we partner with leading producers who use less water, chemicals, and energy to make manufactured cellulosics.
Organic Cotton Organic cotton is better for farmers and the environment because it is grown without chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and from non-GMO seeds. We accept Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and Organic Cotton Standard (OCS) certified cotton.
In-conversion Cotton Cotton that is grown on land that has recently converted to organic methods. The conversion process typically takes two to three years. By supporting these farmers, we are supporting better practices for people and the planet.
Dry Indigo® Dry Indigo® is an innovative foam dye process developed by Spanish mill Tejidos Royo that uses 99% less water, 89% less chemicals, and 65% less energy than traditional denim-dyeing methods.
TENCEL™ Lyocell A soft smooth Lyocell fiber made from renewable wood sources like responsibly managed forests and sustainably managed planted trees.
Recycled Polyester Made from recycled plastic, recycled polyester reduces our dependency on non-reusable resources like petroleum and uses less energy to produce than virgin polyester.
Washwell Our water-saving denim program uses at least 20% less water in the garment wash process than conventional techniques.
Recycled Wool With classic warmth and coziness, recycled wool helps lower environmental impacts by reclaiming existing fibers that are used in styles designed to be loved again.
The Responsible Wool Standard The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) verifies animal welfare standards and land management requirements in wool production and tracks it from farm to final product.
More Sustainably Sourced Cotton Cotton that is grown with certified and measurably improved impacts from processes including restrictions on pesticides and applied fertilizers, responsible water management, biodiversity protections, and a focus on healthy soils. This cotton is produced in a way that is better for the environment, the people who produce it, and the cotton industry.
Recycled Cotton Most recycled cotton is made from pre-consumer waste (like cutting room scraps) to keep waste out of landfills and produce items that have a lower energy, water, and chemical footprint than entirely new materials.
TENCEL™ X Refibra™ A technology that creates brand-new TENCEL™ Lyocell fibers from a blend of upcycled cotton scraps and sustainably harvested wood pulp.
Lenzing™ Ecovero™ Viscose Viscose fibers made from certified renewable wood and pulp are manufactured using a production process that meets high environmental standards.
Circularity Our circular design practices lower the environmental impacts of each style through recycling, upcycling, and reuse. The focus is on crafting quality designs that get better with age and reduce waste.
Recycled Nylon Nylon that is made from recycled materials such as fishing nets and carpets to divert waste from landfills. Less resources are needed to produce recycled nylon than virgin nylon, making it better for the planet.
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Made from reclaimed and repurposed cashmere clippings and knitwear, recycled cashmere is just as soft and warm as conventional cashmere, but easier on the environment.