Sustainable Production
Suppliers
Yarn Production
The yarn in our clothing is produced by Fulgar, an Italian company that in 2009 became the first producer of Polyamide 6.6 to achieve the EU's Ecolabel for environmentally friendly competence and performance based on the environmental impact throughout the product's lifecycle. Their sustainable initiatives include setting up an eco-friendly production system, an internally designed water management system that contributes to optimal water use for cooling air and equipment, and recycling over 63% of materials during the production cycle. We want to be transparent about who our suppliers are and how our products are produced, which is why we have created this article to give you insight into how we have moved forward to become a sustainable brand.
Swimwear
Our swimwear collection is produced by Sensitive Fabrics, another Italian manufacturer that through "The SensitiveEcoSystem Project" has focused on cutting water, energy, and chemical consumption while reducing carbon emissions and waste.
Denim
Our denim comes from Isko, one of the world's leading denim producers that distributes denim to large parts of the globe. Isko works to set the standard for sustainable sourcing and production of denim, striving to have an open process to influence others to follow the same standard. Isko aims to have all ingredients in its denim certified as eco-friendly and continuously works to achieve the most sustainable business model possible. Isko is also the first denim producer in the world to receive the Nordic Eco-label, the Svanemerket.
Fabric Production (fleece)
The fabric we use in some of our garments comes from the supplier Pontetorto. One of Pontetorto's central and foundational philosophies is to protect nature and develop a strong environmental awareness through several eco-friendly and sustainable initiatives. These include initiatives such as: - Use of eco-friendly products - Extensive use of recycled materials, including recycled plastic bottles. - Use of innovative technology powered by solar energy. - Integration of eco-friendly raw materials - Focus on reducing microplastic discharge during fleece production.
REPREVE
REPREVE is a fiber made from Unifi. When producing sustainable clothing of good quality, this is the fiber to choose. REPREVE is one of the most sustainable materials we use in the production of Famme clothing. What sets REPREVE apart from other fibers out there is that it is not only of good and durable quality but is made from recycled materials such as plastic bottles. By using REPREVE fabric, one is not only engaging in ethical and sustainable clothing production while reducing environmental emissions, but also producing beautiful and functional clothing that will withstand more. REPREVE is used by many large brands out there such as Famme, and using REPREVE is a good step in the right direction that brands can take to increase their responsibility towards the environment within the clothing and fashion industry.
NILIT
Famme uses yarn from NILIT for our seamless clothing. As Famme is a leader in seamless activewear, using NILIT for the production of these garments is one of the most sustainable and responsible choices that we as an innovative clothing brand can make. Yarn from NILIT is produced in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner, including resources for water conservation, the use of renewable energy, and preserving resources, with materials used in the production of the yarn being recycled.
Products that use yarn from NILIT include:
Lycra
Famme uses Lycra (distributed by Fulgar) in many of our products. Lycra is fibers made from recycled materials and is long-lasting. Durability is one of the largest factors that make clothing sustainable, and investing in longer-lasting garments is an easy and simple choice that can have a significant impact on the environment. Lycra fibers are produced in a way that conserves energy and reduces various costs. In addition to engaging in sustainable fabric production, Fulgar is a company that continually works on how it can continue to become more sustainable. A framework on their website explains how the fabric is eco-friendly.
Products at Famme that use Lycra include:
- Milan Swimsuit
- 2-pack White Sky Knit Ankle Socks
Noble Biomaterials
One of the core values of Noble Biomaterials is sustainability, and their technology, methods, and facilities are used with the intention of improving responsibility and eco-friendliness. This is another supplier that Famme utilizes to create beautiful and functional sustainable clothing for women. Clothing produced using Noble Biomaterial's technology, such as Ionic+, ensures that these garments are not only of good quality but can last longer and can be used for more than just working out. Textiles from Noble Biomaterials have many good and functional properties that set this supplier apart from others, with regard to their innovative technology and sustainability. Silver is one of the elements they use, and they focus on silver recovery.
Eurojersey
Eurojersey is used in our swimwear. What makes Eurojersey one of the more sustainable fabrics you can use to produce clothing in 2022 is that the supplier has a concrete and sustainable production model. To produce this fabric, resources are used to reduce water consumption and energy consumption, and they also have measures in place to minimize the use of various chemicals. The production of Eurojersey fabric helps cut down on carbon emissions and waste, which is why Famme produces clothing with this fabric to create more sustainable clothing.
Products made from Eurojersey include:
FOV
Another sustainable supplier that Famme uses is FOV from Sweden. FOV invests significantly in their local factory in Sweden and focuses on aligning all production and methods with eco-friendliness, working to ensure that production exists in harmony with the ecosystem. Among other things, they have a vision of having virtually no negative impact on the environment. They do so by ensuring adherence to laws and regulations regarding emissions resulting from clothing production, always evaluating the impact of their current clothing production on the environment, and setting goals for how they can become even better concerning the environment and sustainability.
Products that use FOV from Sweden include:
- Field Slacks
- Field Shorts
Halley Stevenson
Halley Stevenson is a supplier for a special type of cotton, namely waxed cotton. This supplier also produces good fabrics that withstand the weather. Halley Stevenson's production of this special type of cotton has a very low environmental impact, and the cotton has been sourced responsibly - making this supplier one of the most sustainable options Famme can choose for clothing production. As the fabric produced by this supplier is good at weather resistance, it allows clothing to be used much longer, which leads to less clothing purchases and increased responsibility towards the environment.
Products that use this supplier include:
- Field Slacks
- Field Shorts
SITIP
SITIP is a supplier Famme has used before for our Thermal Leggings. Sitip is an Italian brand that works for its production strategy to become more eco-friendly by participating in various environmental projects aimed at reducing CO2 emissions resulting from their fabric production.
Products using SITIP are unfortunately discontinued.
Brugnoli
Famme has previously used the Italian Brugnoli, which is also regarded as a highly eco-friendly supplier for fabrics for sustainable clothing. Brugnoli creates eco-friendly collections of fabrics and textiles from biobased and raw materials. The process that goes into producing these fabrics and textiles is based on recycling, as this supplier makes fabrics from recycled materials and materials that are biologically degradable in the future. This way, this supplier extends the lifespan of many products and materials used to create their fabrics and textiles. This supplier has a very low environmental impact concerning their production overall.
Thermolite
Thermolite is a durable fabric used, among other things, to make clothing warmer. The supplier employs a production method that includes using recycled materials, which is considered very eco-friendly. As such, Thermolite is a brand that contributes to "sustainable warmth" without having to resort to adding extra fabrics or textiles. In addition, the quality of Thermolite is so good that it lasts much longer, which makes one more eco-friendly by not constantly needing to replace or buy new clothing.
Products that use Thermolite are unfortunately discontinued from our assortment.
A-Girls
A-girls is one of the most luxurious suppliers for Famme from Japan. A-girls is considered one of the world's prestige suppliers and the absolute best for textiles, having received several awards for their work. This supplier focuses on innovative textiles and excellent quality, which suits Famme clothing well, as we have a high focus on stylish functionality and excellent quality. Using luxury suppliers and partners is a good way to ensure that ethics are accounted for at every step, from ordering to production. Our desire and vision to create beautiful and functional garments of good quality can be seen as very authentic when we choose to work with such high-end suppliers.
Toki Sen-I
Famme uses yet another supplier from Japan, namely Toki Sen-I, to create beautiful and luxurious garments. The production method is unique, and since its inception, this supplier has created knitted fabrics that can be used to make incredibly comfortable textiles and clothing. This supplier has also increased its focus on sustainability, aiming to produce clothing in harmony with nature. The supplier focuses on sustainable fabric production as they work to ensure that all textiles and fabrics are produced in an organic and eco-friendly manner. For example, they work to reduce their use of various fossil fuels and always consider their impact on the environment.
Famme products that contain fabric from this supplier will be launched soon, so stay tuned!
Sandes Garn
Our popular and wonderfully soft rag socks come from the supplier Sandes Garn. Sandes Garn is one of the largest suppliers of yarn in Northern Europe. The yarn from this supplier is based on natural fiber and produces a type of wool that itches less and is thinner, as well as softer. The core values of this supplier are quality, timeliness of delivery, and good design. This is also one of the sustainable suppliers that Famme uses, as wool, in itself, is a renewable resource and can break down 100%. The supplier also uses non-toxic dyes throughout the process to produce wool and yarn and has significant control over water consumption as well as wastewater discharge after production. Regarding production, this supplier primarily uses electrical energy and works to use more electrical energy than natural gas in several areas of their business.
Products that contain yarn from Sandes Garn include:
- Rag Socks - currently discontinued
Bamen
Bamen is a supplier whose philosophy is to create excellent product quality. Bamen produces cotton used by Famme in our Sky Knit socks. Bamen is a supplier that focuses on the environment by producing fabrics and textiles in harmony with nature, with respect for nature; they continually monitor how production is done concerning its impact on the environment. Bamen also supports the farmers contributing to cotton production. Overall, this is a supplier that desires to create a "healthy" product in every possible way from start to finish, and that Famme utilizes to produce sustainable clothing of good quality.
Products made from fabric from Bamen include:
Transilana
Transilana is a supplier in Romania that produces various types of yarn for different purposes, whether it be knitting yarn, sock yarn, or thicker yarn that can be used for knitted sweaters. Transilana also produces Merino wool that is well-suited for good quality socks, and that is precisely why we at Famme use this supplier. This supplier excels as they specialize in many different types of yarn and have a keen eye for quality when they produce the fabric, as well as being good at tailoring to the customer regarding production.
Montifibras
The Portuguese supplier Montifibras is one of Europe's largest suppliers of synthetic fibers. Their fibers have many good properties, including antibacterial and odor-neutralizing properties, making them suitable for socks, among other things. Montifibras meets the strict requirements for eco-friendly fabric production and the social responsibility one has as a producer in 2023.
YKK
YKK is one of the largest suppliers utilized by Famme. YKK is one of the world's largest providers of zippers, and as a large company, they also have a significant responsibility towards environmental friendliness and sustainability. YKK is regarded as a sustainable supplier as they recycle old materials to produce their zippers. Additionally, they produce zippers made from plants.
Products that have YKK zippers include:
- Straight Slit Hem Jeans
SBS
Famme also uses SBS as a supplier for our zippers. And like all other suppliers we use, this supplier is also very environmentally friendly. SBS contributes significantly to water conservation while working to use more eco-friendly technology in their dyeing processes.
Products using SBS include:
E.Textint Corp
E.Textint Corp is used for logos. This supplier is considered very sustainable because, among other things, much of their production is based on recycling old materials for logo production. Innovative technology allows much of their production to be based on eco-friendly methods, making them an attractive supplier for companies looking to partner with sustainable businesses.
Paiho
Paiho is the supplier Famme uses for shoelaces and engineered mesh. This supplier is considered sustainable as they actively work to participate in various initiatives to care for the environment and the planet. For instance, they work to continually reuse water in their production processes and collect rainwater for use during production. Furthermore, they utilize biogas and use natural light in their factories to minimize unnecessary resources and costs. They also recycle the steam (resulting from production).
Products that contain Paiho include:
- Endorphin RX1 running shoes - shoelaces
Ortholite
Ortholite is one of the suppliers for Famme responsible for the insole of Endorphin RX1 shoes. Sustainability is one of Ortholite's focus areas, and they actively work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of their business. For example, they recycle old materials to produce products and also use a technology that involves bio-oil, which leads to the company using fewer natural resources.
Products that utilize Ortholite include:
Our Green Focus
Clothing Production
At Famme, we actively work to establish strong connections with our suppliers. The goal is to offer the latest trend products at an affordable price. In a market full of players, it is of utmost importance for us to ensure production quality and that our standards are followed.
This is both to protect workers and to improve product quality. To ensure this, we have followed every step, from beginning to end, since we started. Since 2013, we have visited over 100 factories. Many of our manufacturers are among the best in the world. These trips not only give us motivation and inspiration but also a deeper insight that enriches us as a brand.
What Can You Do?
Secondhand - Swap or Donate
Did you know that we, on average, throw away about eight kilos of clothes in residual waste each year?
That’s why we have created a Secondhand group on Facebook for swapping and purchasing products. By shopping secondhand, you do a service to the environment. You can find the group here. If you still can't sell the product, Fretex is a good option. Remember that it’s not just clothes you can deliver!
Sustainable Wardrobe
By taking better care of your products, you can ensure a longer lifespan. We have gathered 3 simple tips:
- Wash denim products inside out
- Wash garments at a lower temperature to reduce CO2 emissions
- Tip 3
Recycle
- Feel free to use the original packaging the product came in if you wish to return an item.
- Our products arrive in plastic or cardboard packaging. By properly sorting these, you contribute to better care for the environment.