Engel Natur

Engel is one of the first 27 German companies to be certified according to the ​“Grüner Knopf” criteria. This global certification mark is supervised by the government and guarantees that the textiles placed on the market have been produced in a socially and ecologically responsible manner. 

The clothing for children and adults is made in Germany. Its organic cotton is GOTS certified, so you can assume that it was produced in good working conditions. Engel aims to provide fair and safe working conditions for all workers throughout production. 

Engel makes leggings and short and long-sleeve t‑shirts for women and men out of organic wool and silk. The neutral tops and underpants are made from 100% organic cotton. Engel also has bras made of 100% cotton (unfortunately, not organic cotton). 

Babies and toddlers should also wear sustainable clothing. Organic materials contain less harmful substances and are therefore ideal for sensitive and allergic baby skin. Moreover, it is, of course, better for the environment. 

Engel has gender-neutral hats, scarves, pantsuits, undershirts and slippers, all made from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton for kids. Keep your baby warm with beautiful cotton pantsuits and sleeping bags made from organic Merino virgin wool. In addition, Engel uses a combination of 70% organic wool and 30% silk for its crawlers, scarves and T‑shirts to regulate your baby’s temperature optimally. Engel also makes hats from 100% silk and slippers from 100% organic wool.

The fabrics are colored in neutral colors and earth tones, so they can be worn by boys and girls. You can also combine them perfectly with other prints. Most products bear the NATURTEXTIL- IVN ZERTIFIZIERT BEST quality seal of the Global Organic Textile Standard logo. This is particularly important for the German Engel. Customers can thus quickly find the product label with the license number on the product itself.

Circular

All materials at Engel are natural (wool, silk, cotton). They are easier to recycle and break down more quickly. In addition, there are no artificial substances and, therefore, no microplastics. This is definitely a plus! In addition, most of the garments at Engel are made from one material, making them easier to recycle after use.

It is packed in plastic bags to protect the clothing from dirt, moisture, and moths during transport. To reduce waste, Engel uses recycled polyethylene.

For production, the clothing brand cooperates with a number of companies in southern Germany, mostly located about 30 km from their Pfullingen headquarters. The short chain means that they contribute to the local economy, save on transport, are able to carry out quality control and deliver quickly and efficiently.

Some of the clothing at Engel contains GOTS organically certified merino wool. This means that the brand is not completely vegan. In addition, they also use a mulberry silk blend for their hats, t‑shirts and rompers, and their slippers consist of 100% wool from organic cattle breeding. 

In organic livestock farming, sheep are organically fed, and the company does not keep more animals than viable to prevent overgrazing. However, this does not mean that all the criteria for guaranteeing animal welfare are met. However, the attention paid to animal welfare in organic livestock farming is greater than in conventional livestock farming. Organic farming ensures that the animals are naturally healthier.

Engel insists on the quality of its fabrics, so the clothes have a longer lifespan, and you can easily pass them on to other children. The neutral colours make the clothing timeless, so the beautiful sleep sacks and pantsuits can be passed down from generation to generation.

Its three certifications, IVN Best, GOTS and Grüner Knopf ensure the highest social and environmental standards. Since all clothing is produced in Germany, only 30 km away from its headquarters and under strict regulations, fair working conditions are also ensured. Engel offers detailed information about its production and textiles used on its website. In addition, the brand has issued a commitment to fair trade on its website, where they ensure they adhere to ILO, UN, and OECD chartas and guidelines. The location and addresses for its raw material sourcing or the ateliers and factories are not disclosed.