The Knotty Ones
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overall rating:
Conscious
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The Knotty Ones is a Lithuania-based knitwear brand offering sustainable, handmade clothing created by rural Lithuanian artisans.
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sustainability
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The Knotty Ones prioritize sustainable production by sourcing high-quality natural fibers, such as merino wool and alpaca, from suppliers who meet responsible sourcing standards. Their wool is certified by the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS), which ensures animal welfare and environmental care in wool sourcing. Additionally, the brand avoids plastic packaging, opting for biodegradable or recyclable alternatives, and minimizes waste through low-waste cutting techniques in production.
While these practices demonstrate dedication to sustainability, there’s a lack of broader environmental certifications that would validate claims about emissions and resource management. Furthermore, there’s no available data on water usage or reduction efforts, which is often a major factor in textile sustainability. More transparency regarding these aspects would enhance their profile.
non-toxic
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The Knotty Ones focus on using natural, biodegradable fibers like merino wool and alpaca, which are generally free from synthetic chemicals and additives. By avoiding synthetic fibers, they reduce the potential release of microplastics and ensure their products are safe for sensitive skin. However, the brand doesn’t have certifications like OEKO-TEX to verify that all materials are free from toxic substances.
social responsibility
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The brand employs over 70 female artisans from rural parts of Lithuania, offering fair wages and flexible work schedules, which helps empower women in communities with limited employment opportunities. By providing sustainable, fair-wage jobs, The Knotty Ones actively support economic independence for these women, and they operate in a socially responsible manner.
However, the brand does not hold labor certifications that would offer external verification of their claims and further validate the ethical treatment of their workers across the supply chain.
