Sustainability

People & Planet

Fresh fashion can be ethically made and community-minded. From fabric to finished product, we consider every element of creation, including packaging, with people and planet in mind. Our promise is to continually strive to minimize our impact on the Earth while creating clothing that is thoughtfully made and built to last.

Responsible Materials & Thoughtful Supply Chains

Our cotton supply chains are intentionally kept short to reduce environmental impact and maintain transparency.

In Peru, the organic cotton we source is grown, spun, and knit locally, meaning the entire process takes place within the same region. In India, our GOTS-certified organic cotton is cultivated and sewn within the country, ensuring production remains close to the source. By keeping the journey from farm to finished product local, we significantly reduce the carbon footprint of each garment.

Certified Organic Cotton

100% Organic Pima Cotton & 100% Organic Cotton

We use certified organic cotton across our collections, including organic Pima cotton and GOTS-certified organic cotton, chosen for their durability, softness, and lower environmental impact.

Why Organic Pima Cotton?

Grown without synthetic pesticides, insecticides, herbicides, or GMOs
Uses up to 88% less water and 62% less energy than conventional cotton
Helps protect soil health and reduces air pollution
Conventional cotton accounts for roughly 16% of global insecticide use and 7% of pesticide use
Extra-long staple fibers make it softer, stronger, and more resistant to pilling
Hypoallergenic and gentle on sensitive skin

Dive deeper into the benefits of organic cotton here.

Our Sustainable Partners

Our Peruvian Fabric Mill

Our fabrics and yarns are sourced from a family-owned Peruvian company holding globally recognized organic and ethical certifications, including WFTO (World Fair Trade Organization) and B Corp. They have been leaders in organic cotton textile production since the 1980s.

Cotton grown locally across three valleys in Peru, supporting 160 farming families
Handpicked cotton improves fiber quality and reduces environmental impact
Produced under Fair Trade standards prioritizing people, planet, and community
WFTO-certified practices supporting human rights, gender equity, and sustainable farming

Authentic Craft & Earth-Friendly Practices

At League of Friends, every garment is made with care for both people and planet. We partner with two artisan textile workshops, one in Lima, Peru and one in rural India, each deeply rooted in tradition, community, and sustainable craftsmanship.

Ethical Knitwear from Peru

Our knit sweaters are crafted in a family-run workshop in Lima, Peru. The factory works closely with local farmers to source fibers including GOTS-certified organic cotton, merino wool, and baby alpaca humanely raised in the Andes. Fibers are spun, milled, and dyed in-house using natural botanical dyes derived from leaves, roots, flowers, and vegetable waste. This process creates vibrant, non-toxic color while preserving ancestral dye traditions and reducing carbon emissions.

Hand-Woven Organic Cotton from India

Our woven cotton pieces are produced in a rural Indian workshop where artisan women hand-spin and hand-weave organic cotton khadi. The factory is fully GOTS-certified from spinning through finishing, ensuring responsible farming, fair wages, and transparent production. Each textile reflects generations of craft while maintaining environmental responsibility.

Why Artisan-Sourced Matters

Certified organic fibers through GOTS-certified partners
Natural textiles and dyes that are gentle on sensitive skin and safer for the planet
Local, small-batch production that reduces carbon footprint and ensures traceability
Support for artisan communities, preserving cultural craft and creating economic opportunity

Loved Once, Loved Again

Kids grow fast, but their clothing doesn’t have to go to waste. Through our Trade-In Program, families can send back outgrown League of Friends pieces for store credit. Garments are resold through our Pre-Loved Shop or responsibly recycled, keeping clothing in circulation and out of landfills. It’s better for your closet, your wallet, and the planet.

Our Ongoing Commitment

Sustainability is an ongoing journey. As our brand grows, we remain committed to continually improving our practices, partnering with responsible suppliers, and reducing our environmental impact wherever possible.

Responsible Packaging

Garments bulk-packaged to reduce plastic waste; no individual polybags
Durable 100% cotton labels that outlast heat seals
Kraft mailers made from recycled and post-consumer waste
Shipping boxes made from responsibly sourced bamboo and recycled pulp
FSC-certified tissue and card inserts printed with soy-based inks
Stickers made from 100% post-consumer waste

We encourage recycling whenever possible. While many materials are compostable, recycling clean paper helps reduce the need for new raw materials and supports a circular system.

Let’s Keep Improving Together

If you have questions or feedback about our products, packaging, or partners, we’d love to hear from you at hello@leagueoffriends.nyc. We believe sustainability is a shared responsibility, and we’re always looking for better ways to care for the planet and its people.