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The Ultimate Unisex Extra Heavy Jersey T-Shirt: Organic, Ethical, and Eco-Friendly

EP38 UNISEX HEAVYWEIGHT T-SHIRT
Collection: EarthPositive
Fabric: Jersey
Fabric Composition: 100% Combed Organic Cotton
Fabric Weight: 220g, 6.5oz
Commodity Code: 61091000
Origin:IN

Fashion enthusiasts, it’s time to step up your wardrobe game with the Unisex Extra Heavy Jersey T-Shirt, 100% Combed Organic Cotton, available in XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, and 3XL! This amazing t-shirt is not only a style statement but also a planet-friendly choice. With its certifications from Fairwear, GOTS, Climate Neutral, PETA Approved Vegan, and Oeko Tex, you can proudly flaunt this tee knowing you’re supporting ethical and sustainable fashion. Let’s dive in and explore what makes this jersey t-shirt stand out from the crowd.

Embracing Sustainability with 100% Combed Organic Cotton

 Why Choose Combed Organic Cotton?

  • Softer and smoother feel: Combed cotton undergoes an additional process that removes short fibers, resulting in a soft and luxurious fabric.
  • Hypoallergenic: Organic cotton is grown without harmful chemicals, making it a safer choice for sensitive skin.
  • Environmentally friendly: Organic farming practices protect the soil, conserve water, and reduce the overall carbon footprint.
EARTHPOSITIVE EP38 Unisex extra heavy jersey t-shirt

 A Promise of Quality and Ethics

Fairwear Certified: Ensuring Fair Labor Practices Fairwear certification guarantees that the production process follows ethical labor practices, ensuring fair wages and decent working conditions for workers.

 

GOTS Certified: The Gold Standard of Organic Textiles The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification means that the t-shirt is made from 100% organic fibers, adheres to eco-friendly production processes, and maintains high social criteria throughout the supply chain.

 

Climate Neutral: Reducing the Carbon Footprint Being Climate Neutral certified means that the Unisex Extra Heavy Jersey T-Shirt is produced with minimal greenhouse gas emissions. EarthPositive is the low carbon footprint apparel.

EarthPositive Apparel is 100% organic with 90% Reduced CO2

The carbon footprint was calculated in accordance with BSI PAS2050 methodology, and certified by the Carbon Trust.

The 90% reduction has been achieved by a combination of low-impact organic farming, efficiency in manufacturing and transportation, and the use of renewable energy instead of the fossil fuel based grid electricity.

It has been calculated that a single EarthPositive T-shirt saves around 7 kilograms of CO2, whereas a hooded sweatshirt saves up to 28 kgs of greenhouse gases. These are actual reductions achieved in the manufacturing, without any carbon offsetting.


PETA Approved Vegan: Cruelty-Free Fashion This certification ensures that no animal-derived materials are used in the production process, making the t-shirt suitable for vegans and those who support cruelty-free fashion.

 

Oeko Tex: Confidence in Textiles The Oeko Tex certification guarantees that the t-shirt is free from harmful substances and safe for human use.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: How do I wash the Unisex Extra Heavy Jersey T-Shirt, 100% Combed Organic Cotton?
A: To preserve the quality of the t-shirt, it’s recommended to wash it in cold water and air dry.

Q: Can I expect any shrinkage with this t-shirt?
A: As the t-shirt is made from 100% combed organic cotton, minimal shrinkage may occur after the first wash. To minimize shrinkage, wash in cold water and air dry.

Q: Is this t-shirt suitable for both men and women?
A: Absolutely! The Unisex Extra Heavy Jersey T-Shirt is designed to be a versatile wardrobe staple for everyone, regardless of gender.

EARTHPOSITIVE EP38 Unisex extra heavy jersey t-shirt
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Free Online Catalogue Builder by Continental Clothing

As a business, your website is a key tool for promoting and selling your products to customers. That’s why we are excited to announce the launch of our new Online Catalogue Builder, which makes it easier than ever to integrate our product catalogue into your website.

With this new feature, you have the power to display your customers the collections and colours you sell with ease. Our platform hosts all the images and product data, ensuring that your online catalogue is always up-to-date.

Our new update has made it even easier to use the Online Catalogue Builder. You can select the brands to display, choose the product categories, and select the colours you offer, all in just a few simple steps. You can also choose the language in which you would like to display your catalogue: English, French, Spanish, or Italian.

One of the key features of the Online Catalogue Builder is the ability to select individual products by inserting your own custom product SKU code list. This allows you to refine the Continental Clothing catalogue and tailor the selection to your specific needs. You can show multiple brands within a single catalogue page or choose to hold separate pages for each brand, product ranges and styles.

Once you have created your personalised catalogue, you can preview it and make any changes before embedding it into your website. Our platform provides you with the option of iframe and javascript, making it easy for any programmer to install the catalogue into your website.

At Continental Clothing, we are committed to providing our customers with the best products and services, and we welcome your feedback on our Online Catalogue Builder. If you have any questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us. Try it out today and see the difference it makes to your online presence!

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Sustainable COR Range by Continental: A Commitment to Transparency and Fair Wear

Are you looking for sustainable clothing that not only looks great, but also supports fair labor practices? Look no further than the new COR range by Continental! The new styles feature an inside label with a QR code linking to a new microsite ‘Made Fair’ which showcases the journey of your garment through the entire supply chain and introduces you to the workers who made it.

At Continental, we believe in transparency and accountability throughout our supply chain. That’s why we’re proud to be a fair wear leader and to have received certifications from Peta-approved Vegan, GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), GRS (Global Recycle Standard), and OEKO-TEX Standard 100. These certifications ensure that our products are not only environmentally friendly, but also ethically made.

With the new ‘Made Fair’ microsite, you can see firsthand the people and processes behind your clothing. The site takes you on a journey through the supply chain, meeting the workers who produced your garment and learning about their working conditions and the steps we take to ensure fair and sustainable practices.

In addition to being sustainable and fair, the new COR range is also stylish and versatile. The collection includes unisex and women’s oversized T-shirts, heavy pullover hoodies in regular and oversized styles, sweatshirts, and sweat pants, in a range of 16 colors. All products are made from sustainable raw materials, so you can feel good about your purchase.

At Continental, we’re committed to improving the livelihoods of workers in our supply chain, protecting the environment, and supporting a more sustainable future. With the new COR range and ‘Made Fair’ microsite, we’re bringing you one step closer to a world where fashion is both beautiful and responsible. Shop now and join us on this journey towards a fairer, greener future.

EP38 UNISEX HEAVYWEIGHT T-SHIRT
  • Starting from $13.95
EP31P UNISEX HEAVYWEIGHT DROPPED SHOULDER PULLOVER HOODIE
  • Starting from $47.10
SA78 Recycled Unisex Short Apron With Pockets
  • Starting from $14.26
SA77 Recycled Unisex Bib Apron with Pockets
  • Starting from $20.70
SA61 RECYCLED TOTE SLING BAG
  • Starting from $10.96
SA60 RECYCLED SHOPPER TOTE BAG
  • Starting from $8.86 – $11.32
SA41P MEN’S / UNISEX RECYCLED PULLOVER HOODY
  • Starting from $42.60 – $48.36
SA40 MEN’S / UNISEX RECYCLED RAGLAN SWEATSHIRT
  • Starting from $36.60 – $42.36
SA16 WOMEN’S ROLLED SLEEVE RECYCLED T-SHIRT
  • Starting from $16.20 – $16.84
SA02 WOMEN’S SLIM FIT RECYCLED T-SHIRT
  • Starting from $12.90

Made Fair microsite

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The Importance of a Living Wage in the Fashion Industry

Tiruppur, known as the knitwear capital of India, is home to Continental, a Fair Wear Foundation member company. Mariusz, the CSR manager for Continental, regularly visits Tiruppur and has built a close relationship with his supplier over the years. He is on a mission to improve working conditions at the factories where Continental clothes are made, including ensuring that the workers are paid a living wage.

A living wage is the minimum amount of money needed to meet basic needs such as food, housing, utilities, bus fare, medicine, and education. Sadly, most workers in India do not make a living wage and struggle to support themselves and their families. This can lead to conflicts and even suicide.

To calculate a living wage, different organizations offer benchmarks and numbers, but Mariusz wanted to hear it directly from the workers themselves. He engaged with them to understand their specific needs and made adjustments to ensure they were paid a living wage.

Continental has been producing T-shirts in India since 2007 with a goal of minimizing negative impacts on the environment, workforce, and local economy. They started by regulating excessive overtime and improving health and safety at the workplace, and eventually covered most of the pillars, including a living wage.

This is a crucial step in ensuring that workers in the fashion industry are treated fairly and can support themselves and their families. The fashion industry has a long history of exploiting workers and paying them less than a living wage. It is important for companies like Continental to lead the way and set an example for others to follow.

In conclusion, a living wage is not only a moral obligation but also a necessary step in creating a fair and sustainable fashion industry. Companies like Continental should be applauded for their efforts to ensure that workers are paid a living wage and treated with dignity and respect.

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WE DON’T WASTE THE WASTE

We consider waste as a valuable resource that reduces the amount of rubbish going into landfills or even worse, ending up in our rivers and oceans.

We have all seen how much plastic debris there is already floating around, seriously damaging marine wildlife. Soon there could be more plastic than fish.

Our SALVAGE brand is made entirely from raw materials derived from waste: recycled organic cotton blended with recycled polyester that comes from used plastic PET bottles. PET stands for polyethylene terephthalate – the most common thermoplastic polymer.

How many plastic bottles go into each Salvage product?

The numbers below represent an average of standard 1.5-litre water bottles.

Salvage Apparel

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“COR”New Continental sustainable range

We are bringing you some new organic and recycled fashion styles in the Continental® brand.

The products feature an inside label with a QR code linking to a microsite ‘Made Fair’ taking the consumer on a journey through the supply chain, meeting the workers who produced the garment through all the stages.

New styles include the COR19 UNISEX OVERSIZED T-SHIRT in a heavyweight jersey, which will be available in 7 colours and sizes XS-2XL, produced in 100% organic cotton, the COR51P UNISEX HOODIE and the COR62 UNISEX SWEATSHIRT both produced in heavyweight brushed fleece, 80% organic cotton and 20% recycled polyester, COR51P available in 9 colours and COR62 in 6 colours from sizes XS-2XL.

All are ethically and responsibly made to the highest specification, of course.

Our New Organic COR Collection

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EarthPositive achieves Detox To Zero

We are one of the first brands in the world to meet the strictest environmental criteria of the Greenpeace DETOX Campaign.

The EarthPositive supply chain has passed the Detox To Zero audit, and the products have become compliant with the Greenpeace Textile Procurement Standard. We are the second in the world, and the first outside Europe supplier to be approved under the strict standard.

The standard focuses on the chemical inputs and outputs throughout the supply chain, requiring the completion of extensive laboratory testing of the wastewater and sludge in our zero-discharge wet processing plant in India, ensuring conformity in accordance with the DETOX TO ZERO Manufacturing Restricted Substance List (MRSL).

The textile industry is the second largest polluter of freshwater worldwide.

Up to 3500 chemical substances are used to turn raw materials into textiles. Approximately 10 % of these are hazardous to human health or the environment.

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EARTHPOSITIVE x GREENPEACE

EarthPositive was appointed the global supplier for Greenpeace 50th anniversary celebrations.

We are delighted and honoured to have been appointed the official supplier to Greenpeace International to help celebrate the 50th anniversary of the founding of this formidable campaigning organisation.

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EarthPositive T-shirts, hoodies and tote bags, adorned with specially designed jubilee graphics as well as some classic vintage designs, have been produced by our bespoke manufacturing service and shipped directly from our factory in India to 36 Greenpeace’s national and regional offices around the world.

The appointment was made possible by our recent passing of the Greenpeace Textile Procurement Standard audit, the first outside of Europe and only the second worldwide.

Images courtesy of Greenpeace Spain.