Outerknown

Outerknown uses majority (~95%) low impact materials in its garments, including organic and recycled cotton. It uses a minimal amount of high impact materials, like elastane. The brand is aiming to even further reduce its use of high impact materials, working towards a commitment of 100% preferred fibers in its garments. It has reported progress against this goal in the past year and appears to be on track.

Outerknown shares limited information about its energy strategy. Eight of its production partners are at least partially powered by renewable energy.

Outerknown uses 100% plastic-free packaging. Its eco-friendly materials include recycled paper.

Outerknown does not offer repair services or support. It offers a lifetime warranty for some of its products. It also gives detailed care instructions to extend garment lifespan.

Outerknown has a take back program that accepts its own brand's garments for resale. It transparently reports on the impact of this program.

Outerknown has a core evergreen collection, with limited new releases.

Commons is still analyzing this brand's marketing emails.

Outerknown has a prominent sustainability page, with details on circularity, materials, supply chain partners, and labor practices. The information provided is strategic and data-driven. This page was last updated in 2023. The brand does not have an annual sustainability report.

Commons could not find information for emissions tracking.

Commons could not find verification that it offsets any emissions. Commons could not find emissions reduction targets for Outerknown.

Outerknown publishes the names and locations of its production partners. It does not share information about partners further up the supply or its supply chain traceability. The brand publicly shares a supplier code of conduct, which limits subcontracting, protects the right to collective bargaining, requires a living wage, and prohibits forced labor. Some of its partners are fair trade certified.