Can Pep Rey

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS 

• Spain
• Portugal
• Italy
• Belgium
• Japan

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES 

Can Pep Rey mainly produces its products in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Belgium and Japan. 

The brand works with small, qualified production teams and values close partnerships rather than relying on a large number of changing suppliers. The production steps are kept small to ensure quality and control. The company does not have its own production facilities, but works closely with external workshops. Whether regular visits to the production partners take place is not explicitly mentioned, but is likely in view of the stated proximity to production.

Can Pep Rey does not mention certifications. Instead, the brand refers to the use of more sustainable materials such as EcoVero, recycled fibers and deadstock fabrics. Pre-order production also speaks for a more responsible production method.

When it comes to inclusion, Can Pep Rey focuses on gender-neutral fashion with clear, timeless cuts.

MATERIALS 

• Organic cotton
• Wool
• Cashmere
• Modal
• Viscose EcoVero
• Alpaca
• Silk
• Recycled materials
• Deadstock fabrics (remnants)

Deadstock fabrics help to avoid textile waste and conserve resources. The EcoVero™ viscose used comes from Lenzing and is characterized by significantly lower water and energy consumption compared to conventional viscose. Read more about the benefits of organic cotton here.

PACKAGING 

The company uses Ziplock bags made from 95% recycled plastic (Made in Italy) and strives to reuse them in the next production cycle.

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS 

Can Pep Rey does not mention any specific measures with regard to water consumption, chemical management or the use of dyeing, printing or bleaching processes. There is also no reference to the handling of potential microplastic emissions. Although the label relies on materials such as EcoVero™ viscose, whose production involves reduced use of water and energy, it remains unclear what ecological standards apply during processing. Certifications for environmental or chemical management systems are not mentioned.

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN

It is not clear whether blends of plant-based and synthetic fibres are deliberately avoided – which can make subsequent recycling more difficult. The brand does use recycled materials and deadstock fabrics, which helps to minimise waste, but this can also limit the recyclability of the products, especially if unclear blends are used.

A take-back programme for used clothing is not offered and there is no information on what happens to worn products at the end of their life cycle.

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS 

Can Pep Rey does not offer a repair service. There is no stated plan to introduce a take-back service for worn or used clothing. 

Although the focus is on durability and quality, there is no active support for extending the product life cycle through structured repair, take-back or reuse models.

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN

• Spain 
• Portugal 
• Italy
• Belgium
• Japan
• Can Pep Rey has its headquarters in Barcelona, Spain, in the Gràcia neighbourhood.

TRANSPORTATION 

• Can Pep Rey does not provide any specific information on transport within the supply chain.
• Shipping takes place worldwide from the company’s own warehouse in Barcelona. More detailed information on the shipping method is not provided.

• Wool
• Cashmere
• Alpaca
• Silk

According to the brand, the fabrics come from Italy, Belgium, Portugal and Japan. However, it does not specify which animal fibres are sourced from which countries.

PRODUCT DESIGN 

Can Pep Rey mainly offers unisex clothing for adults. The collections include timeless basics, knitwear, dresses, tops, trousers and sweatshirts. 

When it comes to style, the brand focuses on minimalist, functional cuts, often in muted colours that embody a timeless and calm aesthetic.

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES

Can Pep Rey adopts a scaled-back model that favours a continuous collection, developed across seasons in the spirit of slow fashion. New designs are added gradually instead of being completely replaced as part of a conventional season change. The brand itself speaks about an approach that goes against the rhythm of fast fashion. 

The garments are produced in small batches and sold via the brand’s own online shop or at pop-up events.

TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT

Can Pep Rey provides basic information on the product pages, including the material composition, the country of origin of the fabric and the country of production. This information is supplemented by care instructions and a brief description of the fit and design. However, more precise details on the supply chain, such as the name of the production site or information on labour conditions, are not available. Certifications or information on dyeing and finishing processes are also not mentioned. 

The traceability of individual items of clothing therefore remains limited. A system for complete traceability or a digital product passport have not yet been introduced.

TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES 

Can Pep Rey only provides limited insight into its processes and supplier relationships. Although it generally emphasises that the brand works with small, qualified production teams and attaches great importance to quality and a more conscious design and manufacturing process, these statements are not backed up by concrete data.

The available information can mainly be found on a general brand page and in isolated product descriptions. There is no product-specific traceability. Although the country of production is mentioned, no information is provided on factories, working conditions or individual suppliers.

An annual report on social or ecological measures is not published.