97% Fairtrade certified organic cotton. 3% ROICA™ V550. 0% Polyester.
SUPER SUSTAINABLE SOCKS – The sock revolution
Socks are among the most frequently purchased textiles – and that's precisely why we've completely rethought them. While conventional socks are often made from polyester and polyamide, we consistently rely on Fairtrade-certified organic cotton. No compromise on price, comfort, or everyday suitability – but a clear statement against fast fashion. Awarded the Fairtrade Award 2026.

What truly makes our socks special
Innovation lies in the details: We consistently avoid polyester and polyamide – not only in the main fabric, but also in sewing and embroidery threads as well as labels. This creates a product that is sustainably designed through and through, rather than merely appearing "green" on the surface.
Material Facts:
- 97% Fairtrade-certified organic cotton
- 3% ROICA™ V550 (degradable elastane)
- 0% polyester, 0% polyamide – also in threads & labels
- GOTS and Grüner Knopf certified
Warum SUPER SUSTAINABLE?
97 % Bio-Baumwolle, Fairtrade-zertifiziert
Angebaut von Baumwollbäuer:innen in Indien, die durch faire Preise und Prämien sichere Einkommen erhalten. Die Bio-Baumwolle fühlt sich angenehm weich auf der Haut an, ist atmungsaktiv und kommt ohne synthetische Pestizide oder gentechnisch verändertes Saatgut aus. Für uns ist sie die Grundlage unserer Textilien, die Verantwortung und Alltagstauglichkeit verbinden.
3 % ROICA™ V550 für die nötige Elastizität
Ganz ohne Stretch funktioniert eine Socke nicht: Sie soll gut sitzen, sich angenehm an den Fuß anschmiegen und ihre Form behalten. Deshalb enthalten unsere Socken 3 % ROICA™ V550.
ROICA™ V550 ist ein abbaubares Elasthan und damit eine Kunstfaser. Im Unterschied zu herkömmlichem Elasthan wurde ROICA™ V550 als alternative Stretchfaser entwickelt, die sich abbauen kann, ohne dabei schädliche Stoffe an die Umwelt abzugeben. Damit gilt sie als bessere Alternative zu konventionellen Elasthanfasern.
Für uns ist ROICA™ V550 ein bewusster Kompromiss: Wir verwenden nur so viel Stretchfaser wie nötig und so viel Fairtrade-zertifizierte Bio-Baumwolle wie möglich.
0 % Polyester. 0 % Polyamid.
Wir verzichten konsequent auf Polyester und Polyamid – nicht nur im Hauptmaterial, sondern auch bei Näh- und Stickgarnen sowie Trägermaterialien.
Das ist besonders, weil viele konventionelle Socken genau diese Materialien einsetzen, um Elastizität, Stabilität oder Verarbeitung zu vereinfachen. Wir wollten zeigen: Es geht auch anders. Durchdachter, fairer und mit einem außergewöhnlich hohen Anteil an Bio-Baumwolle.


Fair from the cotton plant to the finished sock
Together with Fairtrade Germany, we have established a fully certified supply chain in India for the SUPER SUSTAINABLE SOCKS. Approximately 27 people are actively involved in the manufacturing process for each order – with fair wages, safe working conditions, and genuine partnership at eye level instead of mere contract placement.

Excellent: Fairtrade Award in the Newcomer category
With the SUPER SUSTAINABLE SOCKS, we have proven that even a classic mass-produced item like socks can be manufactured consistently fairly, transparently, and without polyester – without compromising on price or everyday usability. For this commitment, we were honored by Fairtrade Germany in the Newcomer category.
The award primarily recognizes three measures: the material upgrade to 97% Fairtrade-certified organic cotton and 3% biodegradable ROICA™ V550, the consistent avoidance of polyester and polyamide – even in sewing and embroidery threads – and the establishment of a fully certified supply chain in India, where our production partner additionally obtained Fairtrade Cotton certification.
Credits: © Fairtrade I Tim Keweritsch
FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions about Our Fair Socks
What are SUPER SUSTAINABLE SOCKS made of?
Our socks are made of 97% Fairtrade certified organic cotton and 3% ROICA™ V550, a degradable elastane. We completely refrain from using polyester and polyamide – even in our sewing and embroidery threads. Our goal is to avoid synthetic materials wherever there is a better alternative. That's why we even use a 100% cotton backing material for our embroidery socks.
What does Fairtrade-certified mean for socks in concrete terms?
The cotton comes from Fairtrade-certified cotton farmers in India. Fair prices and premiums lead to more stable incomes and safe working conditions for people who often otherwise have little voice.
Are the socks also suitable for everyday use?
Yes. From the outset, our aim was to create a product suitable for everyday use that could compete with conventional socks in terms of price and comfort – without any compromises.
Which certifications do the SUPER SUSTAINABLE SOCKS carry?
GOTS, Grüner Knopf and Fairtrade Cotton.
Unser Größen-Tipp
Du liegst zwischen zwei Größen? Dann wähle lieber die größere. Durch den ungewöhnlich hohen Baumwollanteil können die Socken nach dem Waschen etwas kompakter wirken. Ziehe sie nach dem Waschen einfach wieder vorsichtig in Form.
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