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Sustainable Practices

Working towards a sustainable, ethical and ecological lifestyle is
​important to the health of our planet and ourselves...
What is deserving of being put on our precious bodies &
produced in the first place?

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Preserving the Integrity of Nature

Environmental sustainability
and socio-cultural wellness
are inextricably linked.
A commitment to non-toxic
apparel practices considers
all phases of production,
directly improving the lives of all
at every touchpoint, as well as the entire ecosystem​ that supports our lives.

Our business is built upon
relationships with design teams
who make decisions based on
respect for all life--
to improve personal, social
​and ecological well-being--
​local, regionally, and globally. ​

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Hemp
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Perhaps the world’s most resourceful fiber, hemp requires little water & grows resiliently without the use of herbicides & insecticides. For thousands of years, hemp has been used for fuel, food & fiber.
As a fabric, hemp provides all the warmth, breathability and softness of other natural textiles but with a superior durability seldom found in other materials. 

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​Organic Cotton
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"Liberated from the toxic chemicals used in traditional cotton production," our 100% Non-GMO, certified organic cotton, leaving the soil, air & water free from contaimates that cause harm to people & the planet. Conventional cotton is the most heavily treated crops with insecticide and fertilizer, accounting for 10% of the world’s pesticides and 25% of all insecticides. 

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Some of our partners' practices
​of which we are especially proud:
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"Fair trade" can mean many different things.
Our partners adhere to a number of strict practices, including:


  • Transparent working conditions and production standards.
  • Committed relationships with growers, seamstresses and others to continually raise standards 
  • 3rd party audits and on-site visits of manufacturing facilities to ensure fair & safe working conditions and production standards.
  • Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) certified factories.
  • Raw materials purchased from and contracts made directly with growers & farmers.
  • Health insurance for workers.​

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Eucalyptus
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Eucalyptus is a fast-growing tree that, similarly to hemp, is very resourceful & resilient in nature. Derived from the pulp of eucalyptus trees, tencel lyocell goes through a similar process as other semi-synthetic natural fibers, but is much cleaner & more ecologically sound. 










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Sustainable Fashion Must Be The Future.

"Fast fashion is putting too much pressure on our planet. Every year in the US, 12.8 million tons of clothing are sent to landfills.
In developing countries like China and India, rivers are polluted with runoff from textile factories, dyeing their waters
into the it-color of the moment. Worst of all, the pesticides used in conventional cotton production
are the most toxic in the world, causing disease and polluting our earth." 
- sourced from Indigenous, our longest running partner
We invite you to visit our Logowear page & contact us about sustainable products to promote your brand.
616.334-3589 [email protected]
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        • Clothing & accessories
  • Be Empowered
    • Knowledge is Power >
      • Critical Reading
      • Critical Viewing
      • Sustainable Practices
    • Recognized Efforts
  • FAQ
  • Contributions to the Community