Sustainability is at the forefront of the design process at Afends, with every range made from 100% sustainable fibres. Designing with people and the planet in mind means they are conscious of the entire process from seed to skin.
Manufacturing Choices
Waste / Remnant Fabric – They are continually innovating processes to use waste and remnant fabric. This includes Afends introduction of scrunchies using the fabric offcuts leftover from their main range.
Longevity – Afends designs are made to be durable and timeless. Hemp wears in not out/style of garments remain on-trend. Made with premium quality materials to be a long-wearing staple.
Materials used:
- Organic Cotton
- Hemp
- Tencel
- Recycled Poly
Sustainable Fibres
Afends use's 100% sustainable fibres to create every range.
The selection of raw materials is vital when looking at sustainability in fashion. Every material has an impact on the environment, but the difference between them can be drastic. Ensuring that Afends makes educated and conscious decisions when selecting the appropriate fabrics for their garments is imperative in their journey to sustainability.
Fabrications & Sustainable Fibres - Afends is committed to creating from the most sustainable fibres they can source whilst staying true to the premium quality, buttery-soft fabrics their customers have come to expect and love.
Certifications
Certifications ensure that appropriate standards relating to quality, environmental management, sustainability, social responsibility and ethical standards are upheld.
Afends have made it their mission to acquire the necessary certifications to ensure that sustainability focus is verified throughought the supply chain. They are currently certified with
- Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
- OCS 100 verifies that a product is made from between 95-100% organic material.
- OCS Blended verifies that a product is made from between 5-95% organic material.