Faliero Sarti

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS 

• Italy 

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES 

Faliero Sarti’s website provides some information about their woollen mill, Lanificio Falierio Sarti, which is located in Campi Bisenzio, Italy. They state that the mill was founded in 1949, and has since grown and established its own internal and external facilities, always under its own control.

MATERIALS 

• Cashmere
• Silk
• Cotton
• Wool
• Modal
• Cupro
• Polyester
• Rayon 

Faliero Sarti uses some natural, animal-derived materials, including silk and wool. They also use modal, cupro, and rayon; man-made plantbased fibres. 

Polyester is a synthetic, plastic-based material. Faliero Sarti uses polyester in small percentages for some of their scarves. 

PACKAGING 

Faliero Sarti’s website does not disclose what packaging materials are used in their supply chain or for e‑commerce. 

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS 

Faliero Sarti has not disclosed any measures to reduce their water or chemical usage in their supply chain. As their materials are not certified organic, their production may be associated with synthetic fertilisers, or artificial chemicals and pesticides. 

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN 

Some of Faliero Sarti’s products are material blends. These products will therefore be difficult to recycle at the end of their lifespan. 

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS

Faliero Sarti has not disclosed any circular business models on their website. 

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN

Production locations:

• Italy 

Faliero Sarti’s headquarters are located in Italy. The brand has five boutiques across Italy; in Florence, Milan, Rome, Forte Dei Marmi, and Porto Rotondo. They also offer worldwide shipping. 

TRANSPORTATION 

Faliero Sarti does not disclose what transportation methods they use within their supply chain or for e‑commerce. However, as all their products are made in Italy and their headquarters and stores are also located in Italy, transportation-related emissions are reduced. 

• Cashmere
• Wool
• Silk 

Faliero Sarti does not disclose any information about how they source their animal related materials. The production of silk is often viewed as unethical, as conventional silk production involves boiling silkworms alive to extract the silk thread. Organic silk and peace silk are more animal-friendly alternatives, but Faliero Sarti does not state which they use. You can read more about the production and sustainability of silk here. 

Faliero Sarti does not disclose whether their wool and cashmere is certified or organic. It is therefore difficult to determine the animal welfare associated with its production. 

PRODUCT DESIGN 

Faliero Sarti designs elegant and timeless scarves for men and women. The scarves are available in a wide range of colours and designs, from delicate floral patterns, to bold geometric or animal prints. Or if you’re looking for something minimalistic, Faliero Sarti also offers solid colour scarves for effortless coordination with any outfit. 

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES 

Faliero Sarti produces summer and winter collections. There is a small sales range on their website, as their products are not made to order. 

TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT 

Each product page states what materials the item is made from, and since every product is made in Italy, you’re guaranteed to know where your specific purchase was produced. 

TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES 

Faliero Sarti does not publish an annual report on the social or environmental aspects of their brand, and does not disclose where their materials are sourced from. This lack of transparency makes it difficult to determine the true sustainability efforts of the brand.