Rib Knit Jumper MANIKA

Made from 100% Fairtrade organic cotton, this breathable sweater is particularly comfortable to wear and is completely vegan.

For sustainability reasons, we do not use elastane for cuffs and hems. This means that your garment may stretch in these areas during wear and then return to its original shape after washing.

We recommend washing this sweater at 30°C on an easy-care cycle to prevent shrinkage and to maintain its beautiful appearance. Cleaning and air-drying your laundry at lower temperatures saves energy and money and helps minimize your carbon footprint.

We have a long-standing relationship with Purecotz that is based on transparency, friendship and working on an equal footing. Purecotz is a pilot partner of the new Fairtrade Textile Standard. The aim of the standard is to establish fair trade practices, wages and working conditions along the entire textile supply chain. Purecotz is one of the first textile factories to work according to the new standard and has agreed to increase its employees' wages beyond the current minimum wage to a living wage by 2026.

We pay attention to fair working conditions and a healthy working environment, and not just in the sewing department. From the cotton to the finished product, we can trace all ingredients and guarantee compliance with ecological standards along the entire supply chain. All of our production steps take place in the countries from which the raw materials come. This helps to maximize local added value and shorten transport routes.

All MELA textiles are certified according to Fairtrade Cotton, the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), and the Green Button (Grüner Knopf). These three certifications focus on different parts of our supply chain and complement each other in their social and environmental requirements.

Do you have any further questions? You can find more information on our sustainability page, in our podcast, and in our FAQs.

The sweater is manufactured by our long-standing production partners in India. We focus on direct exchange, mutual appreciation, and collaboration at eye level. From cotton cultivation to the finished product, our supply chain is traceable and certified according to recognized social and environmental standards.