SUSTAINABILITY at MIRKKA METSOLA
In addition to the DARK and EDGY design aspects MIRKKA METSOLA is also a Helsinki-based fashion brand that values sustainability and ethicality. MIRKKA METSOLA uses only as natural and ecological materials as possible with full transparency and are committed to design and manufacture clothes that lasts time.
PRODUCTION
MIRKKA METSOLA ensures that there are no child labour or forced labour used in the supply chain. The working conditions are safe and fair in all production facilities.
We have long term relationship with our clothing producers who have stayed with us since the first collections.
Our clothing are designed in Finland and produced with a high respect for working environment, low amount of fabric waste and great craftsmanship in Tallinn, Estonia. Besides that all our accessories and some clothing are manufactured in Finland.
MATERIALS
We choose to use only ecological and natural materials in our collections. All items are mostly recyclable, made from certified, organic or recycled surplus materials. Most of the fabrics are from Finland. The only exception is with artificial leather and sheer see through fabrics like lace and chiffon that comes from United Kingdom.
MIRKKA METSOLA is constantly looking for new recycled fabric options for all the different materials. Solid colors in cotton college and jersey are supplied by Harju Oy from Finland. The digital printed fabrics are manufactured in Lithuania and have an Öko-tex 100 Standard certification in the whole production cycle which means that all MIRKKA METSOLA’s art print clothes are sustainable, eco friendly and chemical-free! Our digital printed fabrics are premium quality that lasts time. All materials are well tested and proved to last with normal caring, cleaning and washing.
EXPERTLY CRAFTED LEATHERWEAR
At MIRKKA METSOLA we only use chrome-free vegetable tanned leather. We use leather because it lasts forever, it’s comfortable, breathable, and it molds to the shape of the user.
In the long run it’s also much much more durable and long-lasting than plastic-based leathers. Most of the leather used is food industry by-product and some bit’s and pieces are left-over leather donated to us.
Leather for all of our chokers, harnesses and belts from a family owned company located in Germany. The leather also originates from Germany and the material is processed following legal ordinances of the EU.
MIRKKA METSOLA leather work is detailed with metallic spikes, buckles, rivets and loops for our signature edgy aesthetic. All the detailing is nickel-free and made from different metals (please check the product page for specific details of the product). These components are also manufactured in Germany.
FACTS
Digital textile printing
Digital textile printing uses less than 5 percent of the energy consumed by traditional processes. It also uses almost no water, offering a clean, efficient, sustainable solution by saving precious resources.
Highly automated and labor-efficient, digital textile production and its machinery demand a fraction of the footprint of traditional manufacturing.
Organic cotton
Organic cotton is organically produced cotton. Only organic fertilizers are used in its cultivation. No pesticides or chemicals that are applied on cotton leaves are used in cultivation. Organic farming keeps the soil fertile and the environment free from chemicals.
Recycled materials
Recycled fabrics help reduce textile waste and lower environmental impact. By repurposing existing materials, recycled textiles minimize the need for virgin resources, decrease landfill waste, and reduce water and energy consumption compared to conventional fabric production. This sustainable approach supports a circular fashion economy and helps protect the planet.
LOGISTICS and PACKAGES
Our logistics chain is organised efficiently and we are taking all the necessary steps to avoid unnecessary packages and flights when transporting the goods. We always aim for the minimum carbon footprint. For those reasons always when possible we choose domestic and local suppliers that are close to us.
The MIRKKA METSOLA products are packed in recycled materials. In retail our shopping bags and online shop packaging supplier is a local company Napakka Oy. Our black shopping bags are made of brown recycled paper and dyed without harmful chemicals. Online shop packaging are acquired from a stock clearance of a discontinued Finnish clothing brand.
Want to know more?
Contact us:
info@mirkkametsola.com
