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For more tomorrow.

Shop wisely. For you and the environment.

A good quality of materials and workmanship extends the life of your new favorite item significantly. Rely on the quality of natural fibers that have been extracted and processed from an ecological point of view, if possible. You can get information online in the product description or in the store on the label of your desired item.

High quality natural fibers from organic farming ...

• protect soils and water by avoiding pollutants.
• avoid waste through a long service life.
• offer pleasant wearing comfort.

Recognize certificates. For a better conscience.

Unfortunately, eco-labels are not subject to uniform standards. So pay attention to internationally recognized and independently certified seals such as the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) or the Green Button. So you can be sure of making an ecologically reliable choice.

A serious eco-label assures you ...

• independently defined, transparent criteria.
• a transparent award process.
• a regular review of the label holders.

Textile label (s). For more good transparency.

Before buying any textile, read the information on the product label. A quick glance at the label gives you the great advantage of choosing the product that is as gentle as possible for people, animals and the environment during production, use and disposal.

You can find the information on the label under take from other ...

• Which fibers the garment is made of.
• In which country the product was manufactured.
• Whether and in what quantity the fibers contained were obtained biologically

Natural detergents. For your skin and our water.

You can also rely on the power of nature when washing: In contrast to conventional petrochemically enriched detergents, natural variants place significantly less strain on the skin and water. In this way, you are doing yourself and the environment a big favor.

Did you know that the following natural formulas are suitable as detergents?

• A mixture of curd soap, baking soda and essential oils washes white laundry clean.
• You can use soap nuts several times in the washing machine.
• Vinegar in the fabric softener compartment makes laundry soft and counteracts the build-up of limescale in your washing machine.

Gentle care. For your clothes and the environment.

Natural materials have a high self-cleaning power. That is why ventilation is often sufficient as a freshness cure. If a wash is necessary, choose the coolest efficient wash temperature and air dry your laundry instead of the dryer. With these care routines you protect your clothes and also improve your ecological balance.

Did you know that ...

• a 10 year old machine uses up to 171% more water than a new one?
• a spin cycle with 1000 revolutions per minute saves energy, protects your clothes and prepares them perfectly for air drying?
• normally soiled laundry at 30 to 40 ° C is gently cleaned?

Second Life. For more enjoyment of your favorite pieces.

Give clothes a second life: What you no longer like, someone else might like. High-quality pieces in particular have a long service life. If you still long for a change in fashion, there are numerous ways to pass on discarded items. This will help you avoid waste and resources and increase your budget.

Here you can find ways to pass on clothes in good condition:

• Flea markets in your area.
• Clothing swap sites online and in cultural institutions.
• Internet platforms for second-hand fashion.
• Or organize swap parties with friends.

Donate clothes. The right address makes the difference.

Clothing donations are an environmentally friendly and socially responsible alternative to disposing of textiles in household waste. Only what is still in good condition should end up in the clothing donation so that it can really help people in need. When donating, make sure that you only pass on your rejected textiles to reputable suppliers.

These seals identify charitable and reputable suppliers of clothing collections:

• Fairevaluation is a non-profit association that operates according to socially and environmentally compatible standards.
• The German Central Institute for Social Issues (DZI) only awards its seal to certified organizations.
• The Federal Association for Secondary Raw Materials and Disposal (bsve) guarantees with its seal transparent, traceable and environmentally friendly recycling channels.

Change and repair. For more creativity.

A detail that has gone out of fashion, a loose seam, suddenly a few kilos more or less on the scales. Garments that have seen better days are still a long way from losing their value. Old techniques like darning and mending and newer creative ideas like patching and upcycling give your textiles a new shine and a personal touch.

Let yourself be inspired by a few ideas:

• Flimsy spots can be creatively repaired with patches.
• Holes in woolen materials are easy to plug by hand
• Ex-favorite jeans can be turned into a shoulder bag, for example, with a little skill.
• Old cotton fabrics are used in the home and garden .