Why Zekoa Clothing? | Eco-friendly clothing brand

OUR MISSION

Welcome to our sustainability revolution! At Zekoa Clothing, we're on a mission to make the world a better place. We're not here to change it, but to give Mother Nature a helping hand. Our clothes are designed with the utmost respect for the environment, so that it can regain its strength and vitality.

We're not just another clothing brand - we're a force for change. We want to raise awareness about the challenges our planet faces and inspire people to take action.

When you shop with us, you're not just buying a product, you're joining a movement. Each and every one of our items is made with a purpose - to help the environment and reduce consumption.

Calling all the adventurous people and free spirits out there! We want you to be a part of our journey. Together, we can make a positive impact on the future of our planet.

Every sale brings us one step closer to a better world. Did you know that the fast fashion industry is the second most polluting industry in the world? By choosing our environmentally friendly materials, you're making a conscious decision for a sustainable future.

And here's something to be proud of - all our products are 100% made in Canada. So not only are you making a difference, but you're also supporting local artisans and craftsmen. It's a win-win!

Join us on this exciting adventure towards a greener and brighter future. Together, let's change the world, one eco-friendly outfit at a time.

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The best from nature

For too long, the fashion industry has chosen to overlook the environment and the people who cultivate their clothes from the ground up. But business as usual is not an option for the future. Take cotton: covering 2,8% of global arable land while using 6% of the world´s pesticides and 16% of its insecticides. Historically, it has damaged communities, run smallholder farmers out of business and converted huge bodies of water into deserts. A single cotton shirt is said to require 713 gallons of water to make.

Luckily, there are alternatives. ZEKOA use a variety of fabrics to omit the use of conventional cotton, such as hemp, reclycled and organic cotton. These alternatives have different characteristics, which is why we use them for unique purposes. But they all have something in common: they demand less resources than conventional cotton and have less negative environmental impacts, which in turn is better for every element involved. Soils, rivers, waters and air stay clean while communities and their farmers lead healthier, more secure lives.

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Quality. Time.

A seismic shift at the start of the 21st century saw clothing production double in just 15 years (2000-2014)! This rise was mirrored by a decrease in the length of time we actually hold onto our clothes. Some countries, like the UK and Germany, now consume more than 1 million tonnes of clothing every year. The phenomenon of fast fashion comes with spectacular numbers. And spectacular social and environmental problems.

WE THINK THAT THE SOLUTION TO MORE SUBSTAINABLE FASHION LIES NOT SIMPLY IN USING DIFFERENT FABRICS, BUT ALSO COMES WITH LONGEVITY.

Longevity is created through timelessness paired with quality. Timelessness is clearly a question of thoughtful design. Quality - on the other hand - is created by taking the right steps when producing clothes: from the quality of the raw material to the production processes to the know-how of our suppliers. We keep production as local and centralised (concentrated in one place) as possible so that we can have full confidence in our clothes and their ability to last.

We work closely with our suppliers in Canada and USA. The same ones we have relied on since the beginning, resulting in relationships built on trust and security. By keeping the distances short, the connection to our suppliers is more direct and enhanced by frequent visits. Therefore, we know how our suppliers work and they know how we think. Apart from that, we pay attention to the details. Trimmings, such as zippers and buttons, are a major reason for products to be thrown away. So by using high quality trimmings, we make your products last longer!

Recycling and Reusing

Currently one garbage truck of textiles is taken to landfill or incinerated every single second. We believe this is a tragic loss of resources. So, we seized the opportunity to start sourcing unwanted materials from other places. This could be leftovers from production processes, post consumer waste, materials recovered from the environment - especially the ocean - and deadstock. This is a byword for fabrics that have been produced but that fail to sell. Often producers and designers demand a material, and then no longer want to use it. Fashion can be fickle. We are not.

This is followed by the creation of fabrics and blends that meet our quality criteria such as recycled cotton. Protecting resources and reducing C02 emissions. Our recycled fabrics also require less water to make than brand new equivalents