Fabrics and Materials
Fabric
At Sailaal, we predominantly use natural fibers because they are breathable, cooling, durable, and biodegradable. This includes animal-based protein fibers like silk, and plant-based cellulose fibers such as cotton and hemp.
Silk: We only source 100% silk that is certified according to Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex, one of the world’s most reliable certifications testing for chemicals and substances harmful to humans.
Organic Cotton: We only source GOTS certified organic cotton, the international gold standard of organic textiles in which every step of the supply chain meets strict environmental and social standards. Organic cotton uses less energy and water than conventional cotton. It is grown without GMO seeds or toxic chemicals such as synthetic fertilizers and pesticides, making it safe for the soil, farmer, and consumer.
Hemp: We source our beautiful hemp blends from a GOTS certified company, guaranteeing their ethics and safety. Hemp comes from the Cannabis Sativa plant, which consumes little water and doesn’t typically require the use of fertilizers, pesticides, or herbicides. It contributes to healthy soil by replenishing essential nutrients, removing pollutants, and reducing erosion. The fabric comes from the plant’s bast, while other parts of the plant are used to make different products, resulting in zero-waste.
Trims, Labels, and Tags
Thread: Spun in Holland from GOTS and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified organic cotton. In the rare case we can't find a matching color and use regular polyester thread instead, we'll indicate so on the garment's page.
Elastic: Made in Austria from GOTS certified organic cotton and natural rubber, making it biodegradable and recyclable.
Buttons: Made in Italy from 100% natural coconut.
Rings and Sliders (for adjustable straps): Made in France from Standard 100 Oeko-Tex certified plastic.
Logo Labels: Made in China from 100% GRS certified recycled polyester; Standard 100 Oeko-Tex certified.
Care Labels: Made in Los Angeles from 100% GRS certified recycled polyester.
Hangtags: Made in China from FSC certified 100% recycled paper; fastened onto the garment with an organic cotton string.
Packaging
Shipping Box: 100% recycled (95% post-consumer waste) and naturally biodegradable. Artwork printed with HydroSoyTM (water-based) ink. Sealed with industrially compostable cello carton tape.
Shipping Label and Release Liner: 100% recycled (100% post-consumer waste).
Tissue Paper: FSC certified 100% recycled (20% post-consumer waste); secured with 100% natural, unpolished hemp twine. All biodegradable and compostable.
Notecard: Green Seal and FSC certified 100% recycled (100% post-consumer waste); processed chlorine-free.
The hangtag, box, shipping label and its liner, tissue paper, and notecard are all curbside recyclable.
To view a list of the companies and people we work with, please visit our Sourcing page.
