An important element to Chrysanthoux has always been to encourage connection with sustainability. Due to the environmental harm caused by the fashion industry, and the fact that we have more than we could ever need, there is no fabric that can ‘save’ the environment. However, each design is brought to life in a way that harms the environment the least.

Fashion is the second most polluting industry which is estimated to employ 430 million people, and has the capacity to reach more people than others. Chrysanthoux stands for fashion to address the industry’s issues while to appreciate art, the imagination, craftsmanship and the people behind what we wear. Sustainability also means being conscious and integrating environmental, social, economic and cultural issues.

WHAT FABRICS/PROCESSES DOES CHRYSANTHOUX USE?

GOTS Certified Organic Cotton 

For cotton drill, twill, and denim. Using 100% GOTS certified organic means that the cotton has been grown without the use of synthetic chemicals, fertilisers and pesticides. In order for the cotton to be certified organic, it needs to have been grown in soil that has been free of prohibited substances for at least three years prior to harvest.

All chemicals used (dyes, processing) must meet requirements on toxicity and biodegradability. The certification also means that local habitats and farmers are protected. Organic cotton farming also positively contributes to all 17 of UN's sustainable development goals. 

Recycled

For lycra, mesh, nylon, and other stretch fabrics, we work closely with a supplier that specialises in 100% recycled fabrics. This means that the fabrics are made from recycled content from pre and post consumer materials, one of the most common being recycled polyester.

Up-cycling 

Up-cycling transforms waste, unwanted materials, or clothes into either new materials or clothes. This process saves materials/garments from going to landfill and also minimises the use of natural resources as there are no new raw materials in the production process.

The process has been very appreciated because of the craftsmanship and creativity that goes into up-cycling. You are learning to work with the material or garment rather than vice versa and this creates really unique and special one-off pieces that you want to treasure.

Digital Fabric Printing

Digitally printing onto fabric ensures that there is least water/waste involved in the process. It is the most sustainable textile printing process.