THE HOME OF OUR BASICS
based in: tongi, bangladesch
production field: knitwear and lightweight woven garments such as t-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, hoodies, joggers, trousers and tops
employees: 2.300 (1.315 women, 985 men)
certification: GOTS, OEKO-TEX® 100, BSCI, OCS, Sedex, BCI, CmiA, GRS, ACCORD, RSC
people & culture: a strong sense of family and a commitment to safe and fair working conditions for all employees. Focus on long-term partnerships and transparent collaboration.
working with us since: 2023
last time visited: september 2024
about: knittex is a family-owned business led by Mr. Asadul Haq and his son Ehsan Haq. As a fully integrated production facility, knittex brings together nearly all production steps under one roof – from yarn dyeing and fabric production to final garment manufacturing (CMT). This vertical integration enables efficient processes, short transport routes, and a highly traceable supply chain with only a few additional external partners. knittex is committed to long-term, trust-based collaboration and responsible production. today, knittex is our most important production partner, manufacturing the majority of our basics collection.
SHAPING THE FUTURE OF KNITWEAR
based in: narayanganj, bangladesch
production field: knitwear – especially high-quality sweater
employees: 381 (129 women, 252 men)
certification: BSCI, SEDEX, LEED platinum Certification
people & culture: a partnership based on collaboration on equal footing, characterised by open exchange, shared factory events, and mutual appreciation
working with us since: 2022
last time visited: september 2024
about: renai is a family-owned business led by ramize. the company specialises in high-quality knitwear, combining craftsmanship with modern production approaches. ramize is continuously working to further develop and advance the production. a new production facility is currently under construction, based on Industry 4.0 and smart factory principles, with energy-efficient processes and resource-saving systems. together with renai, we develop our knitwear collection and collaborate on long-term projects focused on circularity, innovative dyeing methods, and fair working conditions.
THE FAMILY BEHIND OUR SOCKS
based in: guimarães, portugal
production field: socks & hosiery
employees: 19 (8 women, 11 men)
certification: GOTS
people & culture: a family-run company defined by appreciative collaboration, open exchange, and long-standing craftsmanship expertise
working with us since: 2024
last time visited: mai 2025
about: garcia & silva is a traditional family-owned company based in guimarães, portugal, producing high-quality socks and hosiery since 1969. today, the company is run by the third generation, tânia and pedro, following the leadership of their mothers, elisa and ângela, who previously managed the business together. the production setup allows for small, flexible batches with low minimum order quantities and short lead times – ideal for developing new designs or seasonal styles such as our christmas or valentine’s day socks. craftsmanship, flexibility, and close, partnership-based collaboration make garcia & silva our specialist for socks.
POSTCARDS MADE WITH CARE
based in: dortmund, germany
production field: print & media production (postcards, packaging, promotional items)
certification: ISO 9001, PSO
people & culture: a family established and run company combining technical expertise with a solution-oriented, collaborative approach with partners
working with us since: 2025
about: scholz druck is a full-service print and media production company based in dortmund, germany, with roots dating back to 1961. combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, they offer services from data processing and digital and offset printing to finishing and distribution. their flexible setup allows the handling of both small and larger volumes, making them a consistent partner for our postcards. designed with care, our postcards are produced through their printing processes – bringing colors and details into focus.
CRAFTING THE LITTLE THINGS
based in: yiwu, china
production field: hair accessories & jewelry (hair clips, claws, combs)
employees: 104
certification: BSCI, GRS, ISO19001, SEDEX
people & culture: an experienced manufacturer with a focus on established production processes and long-term partnerships
working with us since: 2026
about: dowell is a specialised manufacturer of hair accessories and jewelry, founded in 2011 and based in yiwu, china. the company combines product development, production, and global distribution, with a focus on acetate and acrylic accessories. with over a decade of experience and an international customer network, dowell works across different stages of product development and manufacturing. based on this setup, we collaborate with dowell on the production of our hair clips and selected lifestyle accessories.