Do you appreciate quality clothes and want to protect both people and environment ? More and more people think like you . Clothing consumption can pose a large environmental problem . Manufacturing often relies on substandard working conditions and a process that increases the environmental burden . On cotton plantations often non modern and harmful pesticides are being used that have a negative impact on both nature and the people working in the cotton fields . The most negative impact is yet in the after processes such as spinning , knitting and most of all , dyeing . All chemicals used when dyeing equal the culturing of cotton . Manufacturing clothes take a lot of resources in terms of water and together with the amount of disposed garments it has a big impact on both energy and environment , but it doesn ´ t have to be like that .
Consumption is positive since it is needed for trade . Trade is a necessity for the economy which creates jobs and wealth . Almost all reduction of extreme poverty has taken place in countries that are integrated with other countries by trade and the establishment of multinational companies whereas most countries that have risen from poverty and become industrialized have used the textile industry as a springboard , but it must be done in a fair and controlled way .
When you choose something from our Cottover collection , the third-party certifications guarantee that we meet the highest requirements when it comes to environment , health and quality for both producers and ready products . All licensed producers present fair conditions and only works with approved ingredients to meet the requirements .
We provide sustainable products with good quality to be able to last , and be used for a long time . We have developed the sustainable clothes but it is primarily you that makes a difference when you choose certified products instead of conventional .
Even if it seems complicated it is actually easy , just choose products with third-party certifications and you will know for sure that the products have been manufactured in a sustainable way .
THE STATEMENT IS YOURS TO MAKE ! ALL COTTON USED FOR COTTOVER IS ORGANIC
Organic means the growth of a crop , in this case cotton which is a natural fiber . Organic means growth in harmony with nature according to international agreed criteria . When the cotton is being cultured without stress from chemical fertilizers it develops a high quality with long , smooth and soft fibers , practically , organic cotton means the following three things ;
1 . No synthetic pesticides against insects and fungi , only physical weed control 2 . No chemical fertilizers 3 . No genetically modified crops ( GMO )
As the cotton moves along the production chain transaction certificates are issued by a certification body each time when being transported . The transaction certificates make it possible to track the cotton fibers during transfers between all subcontractors and certify the authenticity of the final product .
A majority of Fairtrade-certified cotton farmers are also organically certified . The uniqueness of Fairtrade certification is that it ensures that farmers are actually paid better , which organic certification does not guarantee . Dual certification - Fairtrade and GOTS - covers both aspects .
Made with Fairtrade Cotton
Fairtrade is an international standard which certifies the cotton in the garment and fights poverty for cotton farmers by securing fair trade . The cotton farmer is guaranteed a minimum price to cover the cost for a sustainable production . That is the reason why Cottover use Fairtrade certified cotton .
GOTS is an international standard for clothes and textile . GOTS products always contain organic cotton and recycled polyester . GOTS sets high standards regarding fabric , quality , environment and social responsibility . Apart from this , GOTS also guarantees full traceability throughout the production chain .
Oeko-Tex is the world ’ s most well-known and independent label for textiles that have been tested for harmful chemicals . The certification enables us as a company , as well as you as a consumer , to make responsible decisions that protect our planet for the future . Oeko-Tex takes into account regulated substances such as azo dyes , formaldehyde and nickel , as well as chemicals that have not yet been regulated by law . Testing is carried out only by authorised and independent laboratories affiliated with the Oeko- Tex Association . The testing and certification process that Oeko-Tex standards are based on ensures maximum consumer safety .