Bondi Born

Commons couldn't find information on the overall proportion of materials this brand uses. For a small brand, we assume use of a mix of material types. Bondi Born uses a mix of low emissions materials, including linen and organic cotton, as well as high emissions materials like nylon, lycra, viscose, and rayon. It has multiple trademarked materials that are primarily made of virgin synthetics like polyamide and microfiber. It claims its studies of these materials showed lower carbon footprints than recycled polyester, as well as no microplastics, but Commons found some evidence to the contrary.

Commons couldn't find information on this brand's energy use in production, but it notes that it uses renewable energy certificates for its energy needs at its offices. Bondi Born sources and manufactures its materials globally, which is standard practice in the fashion industry.

Bondi Born uses 100% petro-plastic-free packaging, opting instead for compostable cornflour-based materials. It has also worked to reduce its overall packaging materials, and it's trying to reduce its shipping emissions by using sea freight instead of air.

Bondi Born doesn't offer repair services or a warranty.

It gives detailed and environmentally conscious care instructions for its garments.

Commons couldn't find information on any take back programs.

Bondi Born offers a core collection, but also releases new items seasonally. It limits overproduction and waste through a series of internal initiatives, including reusing deadstock.

Commons is still evaluating this brand's marketing emails.

Bondi Born has a prominent sustainability page, with details on materials, packaging , labor practices, production waste, emissions measurement, emissions reduction, and energy use. It's unclear how often this page is updated, and some of the information appears outdated. Like many small brands, it doesn't release an annual sustainability report.

Commons couldn't find information for emissions tracking. Bondi Born appears to have previously tracked and reported its emissions, but Commons couldn't find any current disclosures.

Commons couldn't find current emissions reduction targets for Bondi Born. The brand was previously climate neutral certified, but this has since lapsed. Bondi Born appears to still offset a small portion of its emissions specific to business flights.

Bondi Born doesn't publish information about its supply chain partners. It has a supplier code of conduct, which includes provisions banning forced labor and allowing collective bargaining. Its code of conduct doesn't address unauthorized subcontracting, partner audits, or paying living wages.