Eribé Knitwear

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS

• Scotland (design, main production, headquarters)
• United Kingdom (spinning mills in Yorkshire)

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES 

ERIBÉ primarily produces in Scotland and the United Kingdom, particularly in partnership with spinning mills in Yorkshire, and sources wool from New Zealand for specific product lines. These countries offer advantages such as strong social, environmental, and animal welfare regulations. However, higher costs and limited raw material availability are potential drawbacks. Sourcing from New Zealand ensures mulesing-free wool.

ERIBÉ uses RWS (Responsible Wool Standard)-certified wool, and OEKO-TEX® and EU REACH-compliant dyes. 

The brand collaborates with a small number of long-standing suppliers, many of whom are local, enabling regular visits and close working relationships. While ERIBÉ does not own large-scale production facilities, part of the production is handled in-house, and artisanal techniques are used in micro-factories.

Although ERIBÉ does not formally collaborate with social enterprises, it supports small local businesses, for example by providing surplus materials. Its regional focus helps maintain skilled textile employment in an area significantly impacted by industrial decline.

The brand embraces inclusivity through both its product design – reflecting diverse body types, skin tones, and cultural backgrounds – and its internal culture, which promotes respect, development, and collective growth.

MATERIALS 

• Merino lambswool
• Superfine merino lambswool (RWS-certified, mulesing-free)
• Soft Shetland wool
• British wool (British Wool Board certified)
• Extrafine soft merino
• Organic cotton 
• Linen 
• Camel hair (historically used)
• Mohair (historically used)
• Cashmere (historically used, incl. hand-painted pieces)

ERIBÉ uses only natural fibres, avoiding synthetics entirely. 

Linen is considered more eco-friendly due to its low water usage and soil-enriching properties. Find here more about the Evolution of Linen.

PACKAGING

• In e‑commerce, ERIBÉ uses potentially biodegradable wood fibre-based packaging instead of plastic. Shipping boxes are reused multiple times until they can no longer be used. 
• In the supply chain, reuse also plays a key role: the boxes used to deliver raw materials are sent back and forth between suppliers and ERIBÉ repeatedly. Plastic kimbles have been replaced with pins and cotton string for attaching labels.

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS 

ERIBÉ has taken several steps to minimise water usage and chemical impact. Its facilities use modern washing machines with low water consumption, and the use of naturally soft Scottish water helps reduce the need for additional chemicals. 

Dyeing is carried out using REACH- and OEKO-TEX®-compliant dyes, ensuring no harmful substances are used. The exclusive use of natural fibres means no microplastics are released during wear or washing. 

The brand avoids bleaching and harsh printing techniques.

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN 

ERIBÉ focuses on monomaterials, particularly pure natural fibres such as 100% wool, merino, or organic cotton. The brand does not mix plant-based and synthetic fibres, making its products more easily recyclable. ERIBÉ does not offer an official take-back service for worn-out garments. However, faulty panels are either repaired, re-knitted, or repurposed, for example into dog coats by local initiatives.

Recycled and upcycled materials are used primarily in the form of surplus yarns and discontinued colours, which are turned into new accessories or donated to charities. Products are durable and easily repairable due to their high-quality construction and natural fibre content. While the brand does not mention advanced circular strategies such as modular design or full disassembly, it promotes care and longevity as key to circularity.

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS 

ERIBÉ does not yet offer an official repair service for end customers, but one is currently in development.

ERIBÉ repairs internal production defects and defective knitwear to avoid wasting material. These items are either mended, re-knitted, or repurposed locally (e.g., into dog coats). Leftover yarn and discontinued colors are also transformed into scarves or one-of-a-kind pieces, or donated to charity.

ERIBÉ does not currently offer an official rental or resale program.

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN 

• Scotland (design, development, partial in-house production in Melrose)
• United Kingdom – Yorkshire (spinning mills for merino, Shetland and British wool)
• New Zealand (raw wool for Soft Shetland collection)
• Headquarters: Melrose, Scotland

TRANSPORTATION 

Since 2025, ERIBÉ has outsourced its EU logistics to an external service provider that works with various courier and postal companies. UK logistics are currently being transferred there as well. Through this partnership, shipments of raw materials and finished products to and from the production sites are consolidated, making transport more efficient and reducing emissions.

• Merino lambswool (spun in Yorkshire, United Kingdom; fibres partly from New Zealand)
• Superfine merino lambswool (RWS-certified, mulesing-free; spun in Scotland using water from Loch Leven)
• Soft Shetland wool (New Zealand, from high-welfare farms, mulesing-free)
• British wool (British Wool Board certified; spun in Yorkshire, United Kingdom)
• Cashmere (historically used; likely from Scotland)
• Camel hair (historically mentioned; origin not specified)
• Mohair (historically mentioned; origin not specified)

ERIBÉ uses only natural animal fibres and places strong emphasis on animal welfare. The company sources mulesing-free wool and works with spinning mills that uphold high ethical standards, including the use of RWS-certified merino wool (Responsible Wool Standard), which guarantees animal welfare and more responsible land management throughout the supply chain.

PRODUCT DESIGN

ERIBÉ produces knitwear and accessories for women and men, including jumpers, cardigans, vests, scarves, and hats. 

The brand places strong emphasis on inclusivity in both design and representation. 
They feature timeless, body-friendly silhouettes with comfortable fits, focused on diversity and wearing comfort.

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES 

ERIBÉ releases one collection per year, designed for long-term relevance. New designs and colours are gradually added to existing, proven styles rather than introducing entirely new collections each season. This slow, considered approach supports product longevity and helps avoid overproduction.

The brand does not offer made-to-measure or made-to-order options for individual customers. Garments are produced in standard sizes, with some pieces crafted by hand or in small series.

ERIBÉ emphasises avoiding overproduction, for example by producing wholesale orders only on demand – suggesting that discounting is not a major part of the business model.

TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT 

Each product page includes information on the materials used as well as on production, highlighting that the garment is knitted in Scotland and the wool is spun in Yorkshire, Northern England. Additional details include care instructions, such as hand washing with natural soap, drying flat on a towel, and general wool care guidance. The description also covers fit information, size options, and the possibility of in-store pickup.

In terms of traceability, ERIBÉ offers general transparency: it is clear that production takes place in the brand’s own Scottish facility and that the wool comes from within the United Kingdom. However, item-specific traceability — such as down to the individual spinner or batch — is not provided. Traceability is therefore limited to the regional level of production and material sourcing, rather than specific product-level details.

TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES 

The brand provides general information about where its products are made and where its materials are sourced. In addition, ERIBÉ refers to its collaboration with long-standing partners and to recognised certifications such as RWS and GOTS, which indicates a more conscious commitment to more ethical sourcing and animal welfare.

The information provided is mainly found on general pages of the website and within the brand story, but not at the level of individual products. Product-specific traceability that would allow the full origin of a particular garment to be traced is therefore not available.

ERIBÉ has produced a Net Zero Report and speaks about ongoing measures to improve its environmental footprint. However, a publicly accessible annual sustainability or impact report documenting its social or environmental performance in detail is not available.