If you are looking for an inspiring brand with real social and environmental responsibility, you can’t go past RubyMoon.
Using recycled nylon fabric made from fishing nets recovered from the ocean, they create what they refer to as “Gym to Swim” clothing. Then they take all of their profits and donate 100% as microloans for women entrepreneurs across the globe. They collaborate with LendwithCare.org to provide business training and loans to help break generational cycles of poverty.
Every time you buy an items from the RubyMoon store you create a positive impact for another woman somewhere across the globe.
Their designs incorporate the fundamental principles of circular design, including keeping materials in use by making them versatile and long-lasting. They use efficient printing methods to reduce ink and fabric waste and minimize tags and packaging where possible.
RubyMoons products look great are versatile and interchangeable. I especially love their sports bras.
RubyMoon: Recycled Materials
RubyMoon uses Econyl recycled nylon from ghost fishing nets collected from the ocean and other waste products like carpets.
Closing the Loop
RubyMoon has created a recycling program for you to send in your used swimwear and other stretch fabrics for re-use. Head over to their website for the postal address and further details. In return, they will give you 5% off your next RubyMoon purchase.
Certifications
- PETA-Approved Vegan and Oeko-Tex certified.
- RubyMoon has certified its product to use 42% fewer carbon emissions when compared with similar products.
- They have recieved a whole bunch of awards like the fabric of change award for innovation in the sustainable apparel industry and the Popel environment achievement award. Plus they were a finalilist for the Be the Change Awards in 2019.
Other Kudos
- So far RubyMoon have helped more than 1200 women find a way out of poverty by donating 100% of their profits to their Impact Women charity. You can find out more about this here.
- Their products are manufactured in Spain, keeping things local to the European Union, and allows them to maintain their ethical and environmental standards.
- Their manufacturing and digital platforms are 100% powered by renewable energy.
- Their distribution is managed by a chartity bagsofsupport.co.uk who employs working mothers.
- Packaging is 100% recycled and biodegradable mailing bags.
- RubyMoon are working with local universities on R&D to help close the loop on their fabrics.
- RubyMoon is a proud contributer to Circular Brighton and Hove
Recycled Products
Here are some of the fabulous products by RubyMoon:
