Sustainability

The Be Kind Tribe is always looking for ways to minimise our impact on the planet.

Making Our Apparel

T-shirts & totes: printed in Australia, using eco-friendly plant based inks. Our apparel is made by EarthPositive (one of the most sustainable clothing manufacturers), based in India and using only organic cotton. The entire production process is controlled and certified in accordance with the latest version of GOTS (Global Organic Standard). The facility has state of the art infrastructure, works with Fair Work Foundation to ensure workers safety rights and dignified and properly paid employment, and is totally powered by wind and solar renewable energy.

Why not organic cotton from Australia? The truth is that 98% or more of cotton farmers in Australia use Genetically Modified crops, making it extremely difficult for ethical clothing brands to source organic cotton that is readily available and affordable. India is one of the biggest suppliers of organic cotton in the world, and I have been extremely careful in selecting a company that source their raw materials in the most sustainable way possible.

Beanies: crafted by TheCommonGoodCompany in Melbourne using 100% recycled materials. Repurposing at its finest! How? Repreve® yarn is spun from 100% recycled water-bottles, weaving them into a beautiful beanie. By recycling materials, unnecessary waste is eliminated, as well as reduced water usage, land use and pollution that is typically involved with the production of yarns made from virgin materials. 

Recycled Scrunchies: *Coming soon!* We're collaborating with an Australian fabric company to turn their excess waste into something practical and kind to the ocean (enter ocean-themed hair scrunchies).

Packaging

We're super proud to be using BetterPackagingCo bio-degradable postage bags, which are fully compostable and made out of cornstarch - you can reuse them after you receive your goodies or mix them straight into your garden at home!