Götti

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS 

• Japan
• Germany
• Austria
• Switzerland
• Italy

WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES 

Götti’s products are manufactured in Japan, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Their manufacturing partner in Japan has worked with them for over 20 years, creating a longstanding partnership, making it easy for the brand to ensure ethical production practices. Their proximity to Germany and Austria, and them being located in the EU also assures us that the facility follows strict EU laws regarding ethical production. The brand also conducts part of their manufacturing in their own facility in Switzerland. They also work with an Italian acetate manufacturer for their material sourcing. 

MATERIALS 

• Stainless steel
• Polyamide
• Acetate
• Buffalo horn

Götti uses many materials for different collections. Stainless steel is a recyclable and sustainable material and very durable, and their use of polyamide is also recyclable however has it’s own negative impacts on the environment, such as microplastic release. They also use acetate, which is a environmentally friendly alternative to the conventional plastic frames. They also use genuine buffalo horn, which is a natural material. 

PACKAGING 

Götti does not disclose details about its packaging for products production or for shipping.

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS 

Their 3D printing production ensures precision and reduced waste, however, there needs to be more research regarding the sustainability of 3D printing as compared to conventional production, in terms of energy consumption. 

The brand does not provide information on water usage, dyeing, or chemical management in its production processes. Microplastic release from polyamide remains an environmental concern. Read more about microplastics in the fashion industry here. 

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN 

This brand’s use of mainly nanomaterials like stainless steel and acetate creates glasses that are easier to recycle. 

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS 

The brand makes no mention of circular business models like take back or repair services for their products. 

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN 

• Production locations: Japan, Germany, Austria, Switzerland
• Götti’s HQ is in Switzerland

The brand conducts most of its production and sourcing within Europe, however produces part of their frames in Japan. We also do not have complete information regarding their material sourcing, making the real length of the chain unknown. 

TRANSPORTATION 

• We do not have information regarding their transportation methods, which makes a huge difference on their emissions regardless of the length of the chain. 
• The brand, however, does not conduct online purchases, which removes the factor of emissions from individual deliveries. 

• Buffalo horn

Götti uses buffalo horn in their frames, but does not specify their ethical and cruelty-free sourcing, we can only hope that the horns are a by-product of the meat industry. 

PRODUCT DESIGN

Götti designs premium eyewear for adults, including optical glasses and sunglasses. This brand puts the utmost importance on the quality of the frames, some frames are hand polished, some meticulously pieced together, and some carefully designed for 3D printing. They try to avoid the use of screws and other attachment materials by using innovative techniques for the frames. There is no information on care tips or repair services to keep the glasses in use for a long time.

SLOW FASHION PROCESSES 

Götti embodies slow fashion with carefully made, durable collections. They introduce gradual innovations and timeless models rather than chasing seasonal fast-fashion cycles. The brand does not advertise participation in seasonal sales and does not offer made-to-measure or made-to-order services.

TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT 

Götti provides general information about production locations and materials. Product pages typically list the collection and material but do not provide traceability down to the individual frames.

TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES 

The brand communicates openly about its design practices and collaborations but falls short on details about chemicals, packaging, or full supply chain traceability. No sustainability reports or cost breakdowns are available on their website.