Criteria

Fair does not equal organic?

Here, we try to bring some clarity to the numerous labels.

Sustainable Fashion

How do I recognize fair fashion?

There are numerous seals of approval and labels that stand for ecological and/or fair clothing production. However, this variety is quite confusing for consumers. We want to offer you an overview of internationally recognized certifications and seals to make your shopping easier.

Further information can be found on the specified websites. You are also welcome to contact us by email regarding individual topics.

Our manufacturers work with various certificates, which are listed on the respective manufacturer page.

  • Oeko-Tex

    The Oeko-Tex Standard was developed in 1992 by the International Association for Research and Testing in the Field of Textile Ecology (Oeko-Tex). The idea was to create an independent certification for textiles that are harmless to health.

  • Fair Wear Foundation

    The Fair Wear Foundation (FWF) aims to improve working conditions in the textile and garment industry. The FWF focuses on the processing of fabrics into textile products, i.e., garment manufacturing.

    However, it does not set ecological standards. FWF is a non-profit organization governed by non-governmental organizations, trade unions, and business associations.

  • Organic Content Standard (OCS)

    The Organic Content Standard 100 (OCS 100) and the Organic Content Standard Blended (OCS Blended) allow companies to track the exact proportion of organic material in a product and trace it through the production chain. The overarching "Content Claim Standard" defines, among other things, the traceability of goods and transparency in the production chain for the OCS.

  • GRS

    The Global Recycle Standard (GRS) was originally developed in 2008 by Control Union Certifications. It was transferred to Textile Exchange on January 1, 2011. The GRS is an international, voluntary, full product standard that sets requirements for third-party certification of recycled content, chain of custody, social and environmental practices, and chemical restrictions.

  • Bluesign

    The bluesign seal distinguishes products that are safe for health and manufactured with maximum environmental and resource efficiency. This independent standard is based on the strictest international regulations and limits concerning consumer and environmental protection.

  • Fair trade

    The independent Fairtrade seal certifies that the cotton in products bearing this label has been certified according to international Fairtrade standards.