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Ocean Runway: Sustainable Fashion with a Sea Conscious
Sustainable Practices in Fashion | MF Sea
Explore MF Sea's commitment to sustainable fashion with eco-friendly fabrics like ECONYL® regenerated nylon and our eco-conscious production in Portugal. Discover our dedication to reducing our environmental footprint and supporting a sustainable future.
Our Purpose
At MF Sea, we are deeply committed to aligning fashion with sustainability. We strive to empower women by offering garments crafted from environmentally conscious materials, significantly reducing our ecological footprint. As creators with a conscience, we integrate the values of Mother Nature, champion women's rights, and advocate for a sustainable future in every piece we create.
Sustainability as Our Core Value
For MF Sea, sustainability is not just a strategy but the foundation of our ethos. We believe in acting with responsibility, where sustainability is a necessity, not just a marketing strategy. We commit to transparency and ethics, viewing the world through a 'Conscious Lens' and choosing fabrics that have a positive impact on the environment.
Eco-Friendly Fabrics
Our swimwear line is proudly made using ECONYL® regenerated nylon, sourced from pre and post-consumer materials like discarded fishing nets and other nylon waste. This collaboration with AQUAFIL allows us to transform waste into fashion and contribute positively to the environment. Each swimsuit we produce lessens our environmental impact, thanks to an eco-friendly production process.
At MF SEA, we are proud to utilize Vita by Carvico, a cutting-edge eco-sustainable techno-fabric made from regenerated ECONYL® Nylon yarn. Originating from recycled waste materials, Vita is not just a fabric; it's a leap towards future-focused fashion solutions. Known for its versatility, this fabric features exceptional qualities including hyper-resistance, sleekness, elegance, and breathability. It excels in muscle compression and comfort, making it perfect for swimwear. Its innovative construction offers more than double the resistance to chlorine, sun creams, and oils compared to other fabrics in the market.
Adidas Laboratory Accreditation Certificate — Recognizes our lab’s capabilities to meet rigorous standards.
Limited Brands Silver Laboratory Certification — Affirms our commitment to maintaining high-quality production processes.
L.L. Bean Quality testing of textile fabrics — Ensures our fabrics meet high-quality standards for durability and safety.
Certificazione ISO 140001 — Demonstrates our adherence to environmental management standards in production.
OEKO-TEX Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX — Guarantees that our products are free from harmful substances.
OEKO-TEX Recycled Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX - Recycled — Confirms that our recycled materials are safe and sustainable.
Marks & Spencer Premier Accreditation Scheme — Validates the premium quality and sustainability of our products.
GRS Global Recycled Standard — Certifies the recycled content of our products and ensures proper social and environmental practices are followed.
Environment Policy — Our guideline for reducing environmental impact across operations.
HIGG INDEX — Higg Facility Environmental Module — Measures our environmental performance.
HIGG INDEX — Higg Facility Social & Labor Module — Assesses our social and labor practices to ensure fairness and safety.
Our Commitment to Sustainability
As a women-owned business, we embody sustainability from the initial to the final stages of our value chain. We offer consumers the choice to support products that consider the future of the environment. Our garments are designed to be versatile, enduring through time and multiple uses, reflecting our commitment to longevity and minimal environmental impact.
ETHOS
Local Production and Ecological Responsibility
MF Sea believes in the benefits of local production. Manufacturing our swimwear in Portugal from day one supports a simpler, greener supply chain and ensures high standards of quality. Local production promotes fair labor practices, reduces carbon emissions, and helps us maintain a lower carbon footprint.
Our Packaging: Thoughtful and Sustainable
All our packaging is designed with sustainability in mind: recycled, recyclable, and compostable. Being a conscious brand for us means reclaiming power and standing firm against the fast-fashion industry's challenges. We aim to lead by example, significantly reducing our carbon footprint and promoting a value chain that respects our planet.
