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PLANET

PROTECTING

OUR FUTURE

IN OUR GARMENT PRODUCTION PROCESS, WE METICULOUSLY
DESIGN AND TEST FABRICS, MATERIALS, AND FINISHES TO
ENSURE LONGEVITY AND REDUCE WASTE.

This begins with selecting high-quality, durable materials that can withstand repeated use and
laundering.
We then subject these materials to rigorous testing, including stress tests, abrasion resistance,
and colorfastness assessments, to guarantee they maintain their integrity over time. Additionally,
we implement eco-friendly finishes that enhance durability without compromising environmental
standards.

By prioritizing durability and sustainability in our design and testing phases, we significantly
extend the life cycle of our garments, thereby minimizing waste and promoting sustainability.

Texpel™ Splash Eco
Texpel™ Splash Eco was developed to offer an eco-co nscious
co-conscious
waterproof finish, COMPLETELY FREE OF PFAS
F PFAS
(per-and polyfluoroalkylated substance).
After extensive wear trials, our team have develope d Texpel
loped Texpel
ater and dirt
Eco splash, which offers the same exceptional water and dirt
repellency as traditional water resistant treatment s, keeping
ents, keeping
inder to the
wearers dry and comfortable whilst being kinder to the
environment.
As partners of Cotton MOST OF OUR
made in Africa, we GARMENTS ARE
commit to purchasing TESTED TO 50+
sufficient mass balance WASHES FOR A
LONGER LIFE
fabric for producing
the equivalent of
1 M I L L I O N
WE USED 4.5
GARMENTS
MILLION METERS
OF RECYCLED
POLYESTER IN
For more information on Cotton Made in Africa pleas e see: 2023
www.cottonmadeinafrica.org

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