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Materials

The Group’s commitment to sustainability begins with the study of materials to obtain a product of equal quality with a lesser environmental impact.

This is why, starting 2020, we have decided to give our items sustainability parameters. An item produced by the Calzedonia Group can be defined as sustainable when it meets criteria of traceability, ethics and composition. Our commitment is mainly directed towards three areas: responsible, transparent supply chain management, use of materials with a lesser environmental impact and a more aware use of packing and packaging.

The Calzedonia Group is constantly committed to the research and development of new items of clothing. The study and use of products with a lower environmental impact is an essential part of this process, with such items needing to account for at least 25% of the fabrics used by the Group by end 2025.

As proof of the importance of this objective, in 2021 we reached 16% and, in particular:

Raw materials

The main raw materials used by the Calzedonia Group are: fabrics, yarns and laces, as well as various types of accessories (such as hooks, laces, belts, elastic, etc.). To date, the percentage of natural/renewable fibres used to manufacture the items stands at 45%, if considering the unprocessed materials, and 34% for finished materials.

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By nature, the packaging is a disposable material, making it one of the first elements to be taken into account when talking about environmental impact. On the other hand, packaging makes it possible to safeguard the quality of the items and optimising it in the eyes of our customers. The Group’s challenge is precisely this: to keep the protection and practicality offered by packaging unchanged and, at the same time, to reduce its quantity and use materials that have a simpler end-of-life management.

 

 

According to the objectives established by the Fashion Pact, by 2025 we are committed to eliminate single-use plastic in B2C and B2B packaging by 2030. Furthermore, by 2025 the packaging used in B2C and B2B will contain at least 50% recycled plastic, which will become 100% in 2030. The Group has made huge efforts to implement strategies to eliminate superfluous packaging, to replace synthetic materials with renewable/biodegradable ones and to use recycled materials. Numerous milestones have been reached: elimination of 85 tonnes of shrink-wrap packaging, 22% reduction of disposable shoppers, replacement of 422 tonnes of plastic with paper in shoppers and shipping bags and 17 tonnes of plastic avoided thanks to changes made in the packaging of one of our core products (tights). And last but by no means least, we have replaced virgin plastic with an equivalent for 478 tonnes of recycled plastic.

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Sustainable materials in our packaging
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As part of the process for the design and development of the furnishing formats, the Group, for preference, opts for furnishing accessories that minimise the environmental impact. More specifically, during the design phase, Calzedonia Group considers the entire life cycle of the various accessories - from manufacture to the useful life cycle and disposal - seeking to foster virtuous behaviour. Moreover, the Group pays increasing attention to looking for materials that can be sourced near its stores, thereby supporting the local community and also minimising the environmental impact connected with the transport of the components used.

Selection of materials

Non-core materials

Lasting, safe furnishings and environments thanks to certified suppliers.

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Paper and cardboard for packaging

Optimisation of the use of paper and maximisation of recycling.

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Woven labels and consumables for printing

Oeko Tex certifications and research into the most efficient printing technology.

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Plastic materials

Reduction in the use of plastic materials in the favour of the environment.

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