Isabel: My role is to ensure a rigorous selection of raw materials, prioritizing certified fibres and fabrics. These certifications help regulate the textile and clothing industry, and allow us to make informed choices for our products and for the planet.
Some are particularly important to us. The Responsible Wool Standard (RWS), for example, provides a framework for the wool industry to ensure best practices in both agriculture and animal welfare. Our merino wool sweaters, such as the Mahone for men or the New Haven turtleneck for women, are RWS certified.
For the insulation of our parkas, such as the Toolo and Eira from the FW21 collection, we always select down that is RDS (Responsible Down Standard) certified. This standard ensures that the animals from which the down is sourced are treated ethically.
For cotton, we are now working with GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) certification, one of the world's leading organic fibre companies. It oversees all aspects of cotton production, ensuring ethical standards at both human and environmental levels. Since cotton is an integral part of our clothing production, we make sure to choose a fibre that limits the impact on the planet, like those found in our women's Roxboro and men's Mercier sweatshirts.
Finally, we also make sure to choose recycled materials whenever possible. GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certification is the industry standard for traceability and verification of recycled materials like polyester. It is used in our selection of Pertex performance fabrics, found in our Toolo and Eira parkas and Ladner coat.