As part of our commitment, we are devoted to the objectives and provisions of the following certificates.

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The Green Button is a government-run certification label for sustainably manufactured textiles. It sets out mandatory requirements to protect people and the environment in the textile production process. A total of 46 stringent social and environmental standards must be met. Independent auditors review compliance with the criteria.

From 2023, selected products in our collection will be certified with the Green Button seal. 

You can find more information about the Green Button here: https://www.gruener-knopf.de/en 

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The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the world's leading textile standard for organically produced natural fibers such as cotton, linen or wool. GOTS defines high environmental and social requirements and covers the processing, manufacturing, packaging, labelling, trading and distribution of textiles. In addition to the ban on environmentally hazardous substances and restrictions on the accessories used (buttons, zippers, etc.), the environmental criteria also include technical quality parameters such as colour fastness and shrinkage. The social criteria are based on the key norms of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGPs) and Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

There are two GOTS label-grades: 'organic' requiring a minimum of 95% organic fibres and 'made with organic materials' requiring at least 70% organic fibres. 

More information about GOTS can be found here https://global-standard.org/

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Textile Exchange's Responsible Wool Standard (RWS) aims to improve the welfare of sheep and protect the land they graze on. The standard certifies the entire value chain from the wool farmers to the final product. RWS-certified farmers must meet strict animal welfare requirements, including a ban on mulesing.  Mulesing is a procedure used on young merino sheep to prevent infestation of fly maggots in the animals' wool. It involves removing a piece of skin from the animal's tail, which serves as a nesting site for the flies' eggs. The procedure is often done without anesthesia and aftercare to prevent inflammation, which is painful and distressing for the animals. While this type of fly is common in Australia, it does not exist in countries such as Uruguay, Patagonia, South America, South Africa, Spain and Portugal. Therefore, we source our merino wool exclusively from countries that can guarantee mulesing-free wool.

More information about the RWS can be found here: https://textileexchange.org/standards/responsible-wool/

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The Responsible Down Standard (RDS) is an international, voluntary standard that addresses animal welfare of duck and geese. It ensures that down and feathers do not come from supply chains where animals have been subjected to any unnecessary harm, such as live plucking or force-feeding. 

More information about the RDS can be found here: https://textileexchange.org/standards/responsible-down/

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The Responsbile Mohair Standard (RMS) ensures the welfare of mohair goats and also takes into account environmental criteria. The voluntary standard also belongs to the organization Textile Exchange. RMS-certified mohair fibers can be tracked from the farm to the final product. 

Please visit https://textileexchange.org/responsible-mohair-standard/ for for information about the RMS.

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Textile Exchange's Responsible Alpaca Standard (RAS) promotes responsible animal welfare and land management practices for alpaca fiber production. The standard assures, that alpaca fiber comes from farms with a progressive approach to managing their land, and from alpacas that have been treated responsibly. RAS-certified alpaca fibers can be tracked from the farm to the final product. 

Further information can be found on Textile Exchange's website: https://textileexchange.org/responsible-alpaca-standard/.

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The Global Recycled Standard (GRS) is an internationally recognised textile standard for products made from recycled materials. The seal is managed by the non-governmental organisation Textile Exchange. 

The standard requires compliance with social, environmental and chemical regulations along the entire supply chain. 

The aim is to increase the proportion of recycled materials. Only if a product consists of at least 50% certified recycled material, the GSR logo can be used on the end product. 

Further information about GRS can be found here: https://textileexchange.org/standards/recycled-claim-standard-global-recycled-standard/

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HOLY FASHION GROUP joined Leather Working Group in 2023 to support more responsible leather manufacturing.

The global multistakeholder, Leather Working Group (LWG), is a member-led non profit organization that is dedicated to driving excellence in the leather industry, minimizing the environmental impact of leather production, and challenging industry perceptions, through a suite of tools and ESG certification.

For more information, please visit: https://www.leatherworkinggroup.com/