Our Approach

Returning Natural Fibres to the Earth

All of our natural fibre off-cuts are carefully saved and composted, rather than sent to landfill.

Natural fibres such as cotton, linen, silk, and wool are biodegradable, meaning they can break down naturally when returned to the earth. By composting these materials, we allow them to decompose slowly and release nutrients back into the soil — supporting healthier microorganisms, improving soil structure, and contributing to future plant growth.

When textiles end up in landfill, they are compacted without oxygen and often take decades to break down, releasing methane — a powerful greenhouse gas. Composting avoids this process, keeping organic materials in a natural cycle instead of a waste stream.

Textile waste is a major global issue, with millions of tonnes of fabric discarded each year. By composting our natural fibre off-cuts, we reduce our contribution to this problem and ensure that even the smallest remnants of our making process are treated with care.

This practice is part of our wider commitment to thoughtful, low-waste production. Wherever possible, we work with deadstock and limited fabrics, produce garments in small runs, and prioritise local making — focusing on longevity over volume.

Some of our garments may contain synthetic fibres — and this choice is intentional.

Where possible, we prioritise natural materials. However, we also work with surplus and unused fabrics that already exist within the fashion supply chain. These are often referred to as deadstock or excess production fabrics — high-quality textiles that were originally manufactured for larger brands or collections but were never used.

By choosing to work with these existing materials, we help divert perfectly good fabric from landfill while reducing the demand for newly produced textiles.

The fashion industry produces an estimated 92 million tonnes of textile waste globally each year, much of it created during manufacturing before garments even reach consumers. Using surplus fabrics gives these materials a second life and helps slow the cycle of overproduction.

Although synthetic fibres do not biodegrade like natural ones, repurposing existing fabric is widely recognised as a lower-impact option than creating new textiles from raw resources. It reduces energy use, water consumption, chemical processing, and carbon emissions associated with the production of new fabric.

This approach allows us to create in small runs, minimise waste, and make the most of materials that already exist — turning overlooked fabrics into considered garments.

It’s not about perfection. It’s about making thoughtful choices, prioritising reuse, and designing with intention wherever possible.