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THIS IS OUR CULTURE

In order to ensure working conditions for people in the ready-made garments industry and to avoid incidents in the countries where we purchase our products , TH Clothes considered essential to become a member of the International Health and Safety Agreement in Textile and Clothing Industry ( International Agreement ).
This agreement is legally binding between clothing brands and unions , with the aim of making textile factories safer . TH Clothes thus takes extreme care with the working conditions of all those who contribute to the production of its products , so it provides all the guidelines so that they are safe throughout the production process . In this way , TH Clothes , in partnership with Bangladesh suppliers , ensures that all measures are being taken to build a better future for the clothing business .
The DNA of the Portuguese people is widely recognized in the textile world . Its success story dates back to the 16 th century with the construction of the sails used by Portuguese ships . Since that time , the quality of construction and the design of Portuguese brands is appreciated all over the world , so these were the bases that contributed to the fact that , nowadays , Portuguese textiles mean flexibility , speed , consolidated knowledge and innovation . Based on these premises , TH Clothes continues to invest heavily in the quality of its products and in the expansion of its ranges , always with the vision of a future marked by differentiation and added value at the most diverse levels .
TH Clothes becomes a member of the Fair Wear Foundation . This commitment reflects the brand ’ s willingness to respect the code of labor practices based on internationally recognized standards , namely with regard to the following pillars free choice of work , non-discrimination in employment , non-existence of child labor , freedom of association and collective bargaining , fair wages , reasonable working hours , health and safety , and legally recognized contractual relationships .
TH Clothes has always taken on a huge commitment with the quality of its products . Proof of this is the obtaining of the Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex certificate , which aims to guarantee the use of regulated substances free from health hazards . Obtaining this certificate is a worldwide synonym that ensures responsible textile manufacturing , and consequently , represents a guarantee for industry , commerce and consumers .