Amt.

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS 

• Spain 

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES 

All of Amt. products are handmade in small or family-owned businesses, ateliers, and factories. This way they support local, family, and artisanal production. The brand considers it essential to establish long-term relationships with these partners, ensuring production is respectful and conducted under good working conditions. As their production is based in the EU, Amt. also adheres to stringent EU regulations. 

In Sabadell, 42km from the brand’s office in Manresa, a family factory specialises in woven fabrics, manufacturing their blouses, trousers, and shirt dresses. In Barcelona, 60k from their office, a small atelier specialising in circular knitting produces all their T‑shirts and elastic pieces. In Igualada, 29km from their office, a small family business specialising in knitwear is responsible for manufacturing all their knit pieces, including scarves, jerseys, and knit tops.

MATERIALS

• Recycled cotton 
• Organic cotton 
• Recycled polyester 
• Tencel Lyocell
• Ecovero viscose 
• Recycled wool 
• Modal
• Elastane 

The brand states that all their fabric and trimmings suppliers are certified to guarantee that the materials used are recycled and/​or organic. The most used in Amt.’s collections include Global Recycled Standard (GRS), OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Recycled Claim Standard (RCS), Organic Content Standard (OCS) and Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS). These certifications verify various aspects of a product’s sustainability, such as the use of recycled materials and the absence of harmful substances. 

Amt. sometimes uses Seaqual which is recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles and plastic recovered from the sea, helping to preserve natural resources and keep the oceans cleaner. They’ve also integrated recycled polyester from industrial waste, reducing their need for petroleum and lowering their CO2 emissions. 

Some man-made, plant-based fibres are also used, including Tencel Lyocell. This is made from the pulp of trees that have been more responsibly harvested. Notably, this material requires far less water to produce than conventional cotton. 

The brand avoids using conventional cotton altogether, instead opting for recycled cotton sourced from leftover yarns and post-consumer garments, and organic cotton. Organic cotton is cultivated without harmful chemicals, benefiting soil quality and farmer’s health. 

Amt. also takes care when sourcing their haberdashery. Their buttons are made out of organic cotton, recycled polyester, recycled paper, coconut, wood, and recycled wood. Excluding recycled polyester, these components are all potentially biodegradable in nature as they are derived from natural materials. 

PACKAGING 

Amt. packages their clothes exclusively with recycled and more sustainable materials. 

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS

Whilst Amt. has not disclosed any specific measures to reduce their water or chemical usage, their carefully selected materials help to reduce the brand’s overall environmental impact. For example, they state that modal- which is made from beech tree pulp- needs 60% less water to be created in comparison with cotton. Where cotton is used by the brand, it is always organic. Organic cotton is grown without any harmful chemicals, and less water is needed to irrigate the crop compared to conventional cotton. 

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN 

COSH! has noticed that some of their items are material blends, which complicates their recyclability as separating materials for recycling becomes more complex. We would appreciate more information regarding the end-of-life options for these products, including recycling or responsible disposal possibilities. 

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS 

Amt.‘s ​‘Save the Lost’ project aims to repurpose fabric scraps, which are inevitable by-products of clothing production, into cloth bags, or small pieces into packaging, thereby giving these materials a second life. 

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN 

Production locations: 

• Spain 

Amt.’s production is localised near their office to support the local economy and reduce the environmental impact of their transportation emissions. Their entire production takes place across three factories in Spain, and all fabric and trimming suppliers are located in Europe; mostly in Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece. 

The brand also prioritises selling through local outlets to minimise shipping. They now have over 50 points of sale spread across Spain, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Germany, and Korea. Amt. aims to have a widespread reach whilst maintaining a supply chain that is both manageable and ethically responsible, with fewer shipments and fewer stock movements. 

TRANSPORTATION 

Amt. does not disclose what transportation methods are used within their supply chain, although by producing locally they are able to reduce their associated emissions. 

• Wool
• Recycled wool 
• Recycled leather

Amt. shows a commitment to animal welfare through its selective use of animal-derived materials and more responsible practices.

Their wool is either recycled from virgin wool leftovers or post-consumer woollen garments, or certified by the Responsible Wool Standard. This certification guarantees that it is mulesing free, a controversial practice in which a small portion of the sheep’s skin is removed to prevent parasitic infestations. For leather items, Amt. exclusively uses recycled leather. 

PRODUCT DESIGN 

Amt. creates minimalist and timeless garments designed to last and be loved for a long time, season after season. Amt. promotes the importance of taking care of and repairing garments to extend their lifespans. They don’t offer a repair service, but if you mail them they will advise you on repair options. 

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES 

As Amt.’s products are not made to order, they currently have items for sale on their website. 

Amt. states that they collaborate with ​‘Moltacte’, a local and social outlet, to manage unsold stock more sustainably while supporting community integration for people with disabilities. 

TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT 

Amt. always shares the production country and materials on their product pages. It would be great if they took this a step further by disclosing the specific production facility, but more information about their production is available elsewhere on their website. 

TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES 

Amt. makes commendable transparency efforts, successfully tracing most of its supply chain. By openly sharing all their production locations and the materials used, they ensure consumers are well-informed about the origins and ethical standards behind their products.