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Pflegen, reparieren und zurückgeben

Clothes that are well looked after can be worn for longer. That’s why we’re showing you here how to wash your favourite items properly, carry out minor repairs yourself and return clothes you no longer want.

#1 Pflegen

If clothes are looked after properly, their lifespan can be extended. Here you’ll find useful information on caring for our natural fibres, as well as practical tips on washing, drying and storing them.

#2 Reparieren

If something does need repairing – no problem. We’ll show you, step by step, how to mend holes, sew on buttons, repair damaged seams and much more. That way, you can wear your favourite items for longer. Repairing clothes can also help ensure they last longer and don’t need replacing so quickly.

Do you need a matching button for the repair? Then please get in touch with our Customer Service team and we’ll help you choose from our range of standard buttons.

#3 Reparatur-Service

Not into sewing, darning and repairing? No problem! We want you to enjoy your favorite hessnatur items for a long time. That's why we support you: from comprehensive advice to the possible assumption of repair costs by hessnatur. Take advantage of our service offers - we have various options for you so that your clothes will accompany you for as long as possible:

  • Contact our employees in the stores or our Customer Service.

  • Have your clothes repaired by one of our repair partners.

#4 Rücknahme

Do you have any items of clothing lying unworn in your wardrobe? Have you grown tired of them and would like to pass them on? Then register them with our second-hand shop. You’ll be shown a price offer straight away and sent a free postage label. Once we’ve checked the items we’ve received, we’ll list them online for sale. As soon as they’re sold, you’ll receive the agreed amount.

You can also send in damaged hessnatur products via our second-hand shop so that we can incorporate them into our new collections. As a thank you, you’ll receive a €5 voucher for our shop for every item you send in. You can find more information here: Second-hand fashion from hessnatur

#5 Upcycling

Do you love the material, but no longer like the cut? Or a frequently worn favorite piece is showing signs of wear? Then get creative and develop your own upcycling project.


Turn old into new

The better the quality of the materials, the more worthwhile it is. Because even if trends change - the unique feel of organic cotton, organic virgin wool & co. never goes out of fashion. For many, this is one of the most important reasons to give their discarded garments a new lease of life.

What usually surprises beginners when doing it themselves is that as soon as the first step is taken, one idea after another comes to mind. Whether it's turning your beloved jeans into a bag or turning a men's shirt into a lightweight top - picking up scissors and a sewing machine yourself is and remains one of the most sustainable ways to show your fashion enthusiasm.

#6 Alltagstipps

Ideally, clothes last us a long time. With the right care, careful choice and minor repairs, you can help to extend the lifespan of your favourite items.

Here at hessnatur, we have always been committed to the selection of our materials, the craftsmanship of our clothing and the conditions under which it is manufactured. Factors such as the fibres used, defined quality requirements and recognised standards all play a part in this.

We’ve put together a few everyday tips to show you what to look out for when choosing, looking after and wearing your clothes.

Natural materials

When making a purchase, pay attention to the fibres used and their origin. Natural fibres such as cotton, linen or wool can have different properties depending on the product and how they are processed. In the case of organic fibres, relevant certifications provide information on defined requirements for cultivation and processing.

Recognised standards can also provide guidance when selecting textiles. Depending on the certification, they set out different requirements for materials, workmanship and manufacturing processes.

Seals, certificates & memberships

Certifications and memberships can help to demonstrate compliance with specific requirements relating to products or manufacturing processes. It is important to look closely at what a particular label or membership actually stands for.

Examples:

Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS): sets out criteria for the processing of textiles made from certified organic fibres, as well as for environmental and social aspects throughout the supply chain.

OEKO-TEX® MADE IN GREEN: identifies textiles that have been tested in accordance with the requirements of the relevant standard and originate from production facilities meeting defined criteria.

Fair Wear Foundation: an organisation committed to improving working conditions in the clothing industry, which supports its member companies in meeting defined requirements.

hessnatur Guidelines: our own requirements for selected materials, products and manufacturing processes.

Label

It’s worth taking a look at the label: it tells you what fibres a garment is made of, whether the fibres come from certified organic cultivation, and in which country it was manufactured.

This allows you to make more informed choices and better understand the individual characteristics of a garment. Certificates and standards provide further guidance on the requirements that have been defined for materials and manufacturing processes.

Second hand.

Have you stopped wearing a particular item of clothing? Then pass it on so that others can wear it.

Flea markets, online platforms or swap parties with friends are ideal for this.

Synthetic fibres

Synthetic fibres such as polyester are made from plastic. When washed, fibres can break off and end up in the environment via the waste water. If you want to reduce the proportion of synthetic fibres in your wardrobe, you can check the material composition when making a purchase.