Sustainable Production

At Famme, we aim to lead the way in sustainability and eco-friendly production within women's fashion and activewear. We achieve this by ensuring our suppliers are exemplary in sustainable production, so that our materials and products are manufactured in an environmentally friendly and responsible manner. We believe that high-quality raw materials and suppliers are key to a sustainable business with eco-friendly garments.

Suppliers

Yarn Production

The yarn in our apparel is produced by Fulgar, an Italian company that in 2009 became the first producer of Polyamide 6.6 to achieve the EU Ecolabel for eco-friendly competence and performance based on the entire product life cycle's environmental impact. Their sustainable initiatives include establishing an eco-friendly production system, an internally designed water management system that contributes to optimal water use for air and equipment cooling, 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 made, which is why we created this article to give you insight into how we have worked 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, as well as reducing carbon emissions and waste.

Denim

Our denim comes from Isko, one of the world's leading denim manufacturers that distributes denim to large parts of the globe. Isko works to set the standard for sustainable sourcing and production of denim, and strives for an open process to influence others to follow the same standard. Isko aims to have all the 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 manufacturer in the world to receive the Nordic Ecolabel, the Swan label.

Fabric Production (Fleece)

The fabric we use in some of our garments comes from the supplier Pontetorto. One of Pontetorto's central and fundamental philosophies is based on protecting nature and developing 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 emissions during fleece production

REPREVE

REPREVE is a fiber made by Unifi. If you want to produce sustainable clothing of good quality, this is the fiber to choose. REPREVE is one of the most sustainable fabrics 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 it is made from recycled materials such as plastic bottles. By using REPREVE fabric, you are not only engaged in ethical and sustainable clothing production and cutting down on environmental emissions, but you are also producing beautiful and functional clothes that will be more resilient. REPREVE is used by many major brands out there like Famme, and using REPREVE is a good step in the right direction that brands can take to increase their responsibility towards the environment in the clothing and fashion industry.

NILIT

Famme uses yarn from NILIT for, among other things, 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 we, as an innovative clothing brand, can make. Yarn from NILIT is produced in an environmentally friendly and ecological way, including the allocation of resources for water conservation, the use of renewable energy, resource preservation, and the recycling of materials used during yarn production.

Products that use yarn from Nilit include:

• Rib Leggings

Lycra

Famme uses Lycra (distributed by Fulgar) for many of our products. Lycra fibers are made from recycled materials and are long-lasting. Durability is one of the biggest factors that makes clothing sustainable, and investing in more durable clothing is an easy and simple choice that can have a big impact on the environment. Lycra fibers are produced in a way that conserves energy and reduces various costs. In addition to sustainable fabric production, Fulgar is a company that continuously works on how they can continue to become more and more sustainable. A framework has been published on the website about Lycra where they explain the ways in which the fabric is environmentally friendly.

Famme products that use Lycra include:

• Milan Swimsuit
• 3-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 aim of greater responsibility and environmental friendliness. This is yet another supplier that Famme uses to create beautiful and functional sustainable clothing for women. Clothes produced using Noble Biomaterial's technology, such as Ionic+, ensure that these clothes are not only of good quality and last longer, but can also be used for more than just training, for example. Textiles from Noble Biomaterials have many good and functional properties that set this supplier apart from others, considering 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 one can use to produce clothes in 2022 is that the supplier as a whole has a concrete and sustainable production model. To produce this fabric, resources are used to cut down on water and energy consumption, and they also have measures to reduce the consumption of various chemicals. The production of Eurojersey fabric helps to cut down on carbon and waste emissions, and therefore Famme produces clothes with this fabric to create more sustainable clothes.

Products made from Eurojersey:

• Swimwear

FOV

Another sustainable supplier that Famme uses is FOV from Sweden. FOV invests heavily in their own local factory in Sweden and focuses on relating all production and methods to environmental friendliness, by working to ensure that production exists in harmony with the ecosystem. Among other things, they have a vision that they should have virtually no negative impact on the environment. They do this by always ensuring compliance with laws and regulations regarding emissions as a result of clothing production, constantly assessing the impact of their current clothing production on the environment, and setting goals for how they can improve even further in terms of environment and sustainability.

Products that use FOV from Sweden include:

• Field Slacks
• Field Shorts

Halley Stevenson

Halley Stevenson is a supplier for, among other things, a special type of cotton, namely waxed cotton. This supplier also produces good weather-resistant fabric. 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 Famme can choose for clothing production. Because the fabric produced by this supplier is good at withstanding weather, it means that the clothes can be used for much longer, which in turn leads to buying fewer clothes, and thus increases responsibility towards the environment.

Products that use this supplier:

• Field Slacks
• Field Shorts

SITIP

SITIP is a supplier Famme has used previously, for example for our Thermal Tights. Sitip is an Italian brand that works to make its production strategy more environmentally friendly by, for example, participating in various environmental projects aimed at reducing CO2 emissions as a result of their fabric production.

Products using SITIP are unfortunately discontinued.

Brugnoli

Famme has previously used Italian Brugnoli, which is also considered a very environmentally friendly supplier of fabric for sustainable clothing. Brugnoli creates eco-friendly collections of fabrics and textiles from bio-based and raw materials. The process involved in producing these fabrics and textiles is based on recycling, as this supplier makes fabric from recycled materials and materials that are biologically degradable in the future. In 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 impact on the environment in terms of their production as a whole.

Thermolite

Thermolite is a durable fabric used, among other things, to make clothes warmer. The supplier uses a production method that involves, for example, using recycled materials, which is considered very environmentally friendly. Thus, Thermolite is a brand that contributes to "sustainable warmth" without having to resort to adding extra fabric or textiles. In addition, the quality of Thermolite is so good that it lasts much longer, which also makes one more environmentally friendly by not constantly replacing or buying new clothes.

Products that use Thermolite are unfortunately out of stock.

A-Girls

A-girls is one of Famme's most luxurious suppliers from Japan. A-girls is considered one of the world's most prestigious suppliers and by far the best for textiles, having received several awards for their work. This supplier focuses on innovative textiles and excellent quality, which is well suited for Famme clothing, as we have a high focus on stylish functionality and excellent quality. Using luxurious suppliers and partners is a good way to ensure that, among other things, ethics are accounted for at all stages, from ordering to production. Our desire and vision to create beautiful and functional garments of good quality can be considered very authentic when we choose to use such high-end suppliers.

 

Toki Sen-I

Famme also uses 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 clothes. This supplier also has an increased focus on sustainability and aims to produce clothes in harmony with nature. The supplier is committed to sustainable fabric production by working to ensure that all textiles and fabrics are produced in an ecological and environmentally friendly way. For example, they work to reduce their use of various fuels and always consider their influence on the environment.

Famme products containing fabric from this supplier will be launched soon, so stay tuned!

Sandes Garn

Our popular and wonderfully soft rag socks come from the supplier Sandnes Garn. Sandnes Garn is one of the largest suppliers of knitting yarn in Northern Europe. The yarn from this supplier is based on natural fibers, and produces a type of wool that is less itchy, thinner, and softer. The core values of this supplier are quality, delivery excellence, and good design. This is also one of the sustainable suppliers that Famme uses, as wool itself is a renewable resource and can be 100% biodegradable. The supplier also uses non-toxic dyes throughout the process of producing wool and yarn, and has good control over water consumption and water discharge after production. When it comes to the production itself, this supplier mainly uses electrical energy, and works to use more electrical energy than natural gas, for example, in several areas of their company.

Products containing yarn from Sandnes Garn:

• Rag socks - currently out of stock

Bamen

Bamen is a supplier whose philosophy is, and will continue to be, to create excellent product quality. Bamen produces cotton used by Famme in, among other things, our Sky Knit socks. Bamen is a supplier that focuses on the environment by producing fabric and textiles in harmony with nature, with respect for nature; they constantly observe how production is done with regard to its impact on the environment. Bamen also supports the farmers who contribute to cotton production. All in all, this is a supplier who, from start to finish, wants to create a "healthy" product in every possible way, and who Famme naturally uses to produce sustainable clothing of good quality.

Products made from Bamen fabric:

• Sky Knit socks

Transilana

Transilana is a supplier in Romania that produces various types of yarn for different purposes, whether it's knitting yarn, sock yarn, or thicker yarn that can be used for knitted sweaters. Transilana also produces Merino wool that is well suited for high-quality socks, and that is precisely why we at Famme use this supplier. This supplier stands out as they specialize in many different types of yarn and have a keen eye for quality when producing the fabric, and are good at specializing for the customer when it comes to 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, which are well suited for socks, among other things. Montifibras meets the strict requirements for ecological fabric production and the social responsibility one has as a producer in 2023.

YKK

YKK is one of the largest suppliers Famme uses. YKK is one of the world's largest suppliers of zippers, and as a large company, they also have a great responsibility for environmental friendliness and sustainability. YKK is considered a sustainable supplier as they recycle old materials to produce their zippers. In addition, they produce zippers made from plants.

Product with YKK zipper:

• 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 also working to use more environmentally friendly technology for dyeing.

Products that use SBS:

• Essential Long Sleeve

E.Textint Corp

E.Textint Corp is used for the logos. This supplier is considered very sustainable because much of their production involves recycling old materials to produce the logos. Innovative technology allows much of their production to be based on eco-friendly methods, which makes them an attractive supplier for companies that want to collaborate with sustainable companies.

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 protect the environment and the planet. Among other things, they strive to constantly reuse water in their production processes and they collect rainwater for use in production. In addition, they use biogas and natural light in their factories to cut down on unnecessary resources and costs. They also reuse steam (resulting from production).

Products containing Paiho:

• Endorphin RX1 running shoes - shoelaces

Ortholite

Ortholite is one of Famme's suppliers responsible for the insoles of the Endorphin RX1 shoes. Sustainability is one of Ortholite's focus areas, and they actively work to integrate sustainability into all aspects of the company. For example, they recycle old materials to produce products, and they also use a technology that involves bio-oil, which leads to the company using fewer natural resources.

Products that use Ortholite:

• Endorphin RX1 running shoes

Our green focus

Clothing production

At Famme, we actively work to establish strong connections with our suppliers. Our 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, ever since we started. Since 2013, we have visited more than 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 - Exchange or give away

Did you know that on average we throw away about eight kilograms of clothes in residual waste every year?

Therefore, we have created a Secondhand group on Facebook for exchanging and buying products. By shopping second-hand, you do a service for 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 hand in!

Sustainable wardrobe

By taking better care of your products, you can ensure a longer lifespan. We have collected 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 sorting these, you contribute to us taking better care of the environment.