What are the main eco-responsible fashion labels?
Consumers want to buy more ethically and responsibly. Nevertheless, some labels may be more or less demanding. How to find your way among this multitude of certifications? We present to you our list of the main labels to follow and providing real guarantees of brand commitment.
4 ethical and responsible fashion labels:
Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS)
Main guarantees:
- Guarantee of the biological origin of a textile (absence of chemicals, endocrine disruptors, heavy metals, GMOs);
- Environmentally friendly production and processing processes;
- Respect and improvement of working conditions (decent salary, no child labour, etc.).
Our favorite labeled brands:
- Hindbag (bags and accessories)
- Thinking Mu (ready to wear)
Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Main guarantees:
- Product and packaging contain at least 50% recycled fibers;
- Fundamental rights granted to workers (decent wages and hours, trade union rights, etc.);
- A responsible waste management system (prohibition of burning or burying waste).
Our favorite labeled brands:
- Faguo (shoes)
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Atelier Unes (ready to wear)
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100
Main warranty:
- No use of chemical substances in the manufacturing process of each element of the product (heavy metals, allergenic or carcinogenic dyes, phthalates and benzene prohibited).
Our favorite labeled brands:
- 5:10 p.m. (ready to wear)
- Noyoco (ready to wear)
Origin France Guaranteed
Main warranty:
- At least 50% of the unit cost price is French;
- The product takes its essential characteristics in France.
Our favorite labeled brands:
- 1083 (jeans)
- Eagle (ready to wear)