WHO IS OUR KNITWEAR MANUFACTURER?
A 2nd generation knitting manufacturer, founded in 1968 by the mother of the owner Signore Alessandro. Since their beginning in the 60’s they have manufactured cashmere knitwear for the famous and favourite luxury maisons. To ensure a continued high level of artisanal craftsmanship they are passing on their skills to young local workers, providing them a professional path to build a future on while committed to EU regulations that protect workers’ rights. They are committed to the best practice principles set out in the SEDEX Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA).
Since foundation the owners live the passion and pride of their skills, inspiring young workers to see a future in artisan manufacturing; a career upon which to build a life. We are proud of our relationship with them, sharing values and ethics which are reflected in our garments.
WHO IS OUR PARTNER IN RECYCLING AND YARN SUPPLY?
The mill is located in Prato, Tuscany, which has built its fortune on transforming old scraps into new clothes, particularly knitwear and wool.
Prato’s water is supplied by a system designed to recycle industrial waste water, which is the only one of its kind in Europe.
Our partner is a family run business, with all hands on deck. They are passionate about the fame of their city turning rags into precious new yarn. It is their high skills that enable to recycle waste to new yarn with a quality equal to virgin yarn. These skills are passed on to the next generation of family and local workers ensuring that Prato remains the capital of “Turning rags into new”.
Although they are not formally audited, they adhere to the best practice principles set out in the SEDEX Members Ethical Trade Audit (SMETA) and are naturally in compliance with EU regulations that protect workers’ rights.
