10 Days

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS

• Portugal 
• China
• Serbia
• Italy

WORKING CONDITIONS & WAGES

Most of the production is carried out in Portugal. This means shorter transport routes and higher environmental and social standards. According to the website, the aim is to keep 95% of production permanently in Europe.

Other production countries include Serbia, Italy and China. 

The brand works exclusively with carefully selected suppliers who have all agreed to a binding code of conduct. The names of the suppliers are published transparently and 10DAYS is a member of amfori BSCI, which means that regular external audits are carried out to monitor labour conditions in high-risk countries. 10DAYS favours a small number of stable partnerships.

Certifications such as GOTS, GRS, the Responsible Animal Fibre Standards and the B Corp certification underline its holistic commitment to environmental and social standards. These standards guarantee fairer wages, safer workplaces, environmental regulations and animal welfare along the entire supply chain.

Products from 10DAYS are manufactured with high standards of quality and durability – in some cases also by hand, especially in upcycling projects in collaboration with local workshops. This way, new, limited-edition garments are created from surplus stock and leftover materials.

MATERIALS

• GOTS-certified organic cotton
• Recycled materials, according to GRS standard
• Linen
• RMS certified mohair 
• RWS certified virgin wool
• RAS certified alpaca
• Leftover and upcycled materials
• Polyester
• Elastane
• Polyamide
• Acrylic
• Nylon
• Spandex

According to its own information, 10DAYS has been GOTS-certified since 2023. Read more about the benefits of organic cotton here.

PACKAGING

No details are given about the packaging materials.

WATER USE AND CHEMICALS

GOTS certification requires the use of highly effective wastewater treatment and recycling systems in the production facilities in order to minimise water pollution. 

In the area of chemical management, GOTS and GRS ensure binding specifications. GOTS-certified products must be free of hazardous chemicals. The use of toxic dyes, PVC or heavy metals is strictly regulated. Strict standards for the traceability of the chemicals used also apply to recycled materials that are GRS-certified. 

It remains unclear whether the company is actively taking measures to reduce microplastic emissions from synthetic substances.

With regard to the colour and printing processes, 10DAYS refers to the requirements of the GOTS certification. This includes not only the selection of more environmentally friendly dyes and chemicals, but also limited water consumption and regulated wastewater treatment.

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN

Most products are made from mixed materials, which makes them difficult to recycle later on. 

The 10DAYS Pre-Loved programme is a take-back and resale service for used clothing. This is an offer to extend the life of clothing by reusing it. There is no specific information on what happens to the collected items after the resale phase – for example, whether they are recycled, donated or disposed of. 

10DAYS has announced that it will be expanding its repair service. This initiative is part of the long-term sustainability goals up to 2028.

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODEL

10DAYS does not offer an active repair service, but plans to expand such initiatives in the future. In the sustainability targets for 2028, the introduction of repair services is explicitly mentioned as a measure to reduce waste and extend the lifespan of products. 

With regard to a take-back service, 10DAYS operates the Pre-Loved programme, which was created explicitly for the return of used and worn clothing. Customers can return their worn 10DAYS clothing, which is then resold as second-hand goods. 

The company also mentions upcycling products that are produced from fabric offcuts from production or stock. This supports the circular economy, but is not always recycling-friendly due to the potential use of mixed materials.

DISTANCE & SUPPLY CHAIN COMPLEXITY

• Portugal (95%)
• Serbia
• China
• Italy
• The head office is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands.

TRANSPORTATION 

• No information is available on the transport methods.

• RMS certified mohair 
• RWS certified virgin wool
• RAS certified alpaca
• Specific geographical information on the origin of the animal fibres (e.g. specific countries or farms) is missing from the information provided. However, it should be noted that 10DAYS relies on more responsible sources of supply.

RWS certification guarantees compliance with strict animal welfare standards, excludes mulesing, ensures the traceability of fibres and promotes more sustainable land management for virgin wool. 

RMS certification ensures that mohair is produced under species-appropriate conditions and with more sustainable pasture management. 

The RAS standard applies to alpaca fibre and also covers animal welfare, land management and traceability.

10DAYS states that all animal materials come from certified sources and that the entire process from raw material extraction to production follows the guidelines of these standards.

PRODUCT DESIGN

10DAYS offers a versatile selection of products for men and women, covering both clothing and accessories. The range includes blazers, cardigans, coats, dresses, jogging trousers, knitwear, leggings, shirts, trousers and skirts. Accessories such as sunglasses, bags, hats, jewellery and scarves are also on offer. 

The style is timeless and season-independent, meaning that the products can be combined in a variety of ways.

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES

The timeless, season-independent designs are regularly updated with new models. The company focuses on collections that are characterised by comfort and versatility without relying on short-lived trends.

Custom-made products or made-to-order designs are not part of the 10DAYS strategy.

PRODUCT TRANSPARENCY

The 10DAYS product pages provide essential information about each item. This includes the material composition, care instructions, the country of production and the name of the supplier.

With regard to traceability, the product page shows the country of production and the supplier, which creates a certain degree of transparency. The exact origin of the materials used is not stated.

PROCESS TRANSPARENCY

10DAYS provides a considerable amount of information about its processes and suppliers, but the depth of disclosure remains limited. The company emphasises that all suppliers must sign the Code of Conduct, which covers topics such as social responsibility, fairer working conditions and environmental protection. The names of suppliers are also published online, which indicates a certain level of transparency in the supply chain. 

Certifications and initiatives such as the Pre-Loved programme are presented on the general website, but without the level of detail of a comprehensive, publicly accessible sustainability report with quantitative key figures.