Jalfe

PRODUCTION LOCATIONS 

• Denmark: Design and knitting
• Europe: Sewing of garments (not specified further)

WORKING CONDITIONS & WAGES

Jalfe produces its clothing in Denmark and other European countries. Manufacturing in Europe generally poses a lower risk in terms of working conditions due to stricter EU labour laws.
The brand emphasises that all garments are sewn in Europe and knitted in Denmark. There is no indication of regular visits or own production sites, but its local base suggests direct relationships with a few long-term partners. 
Jalfe uses mulesing-free merino wool from Australia and New Zealand, indicating a conscious choice of more ethical suppliers. No formal certifications are mentioned.

MATERIALS

• Merino wool (mulesing-free, from Australia and New Zealand)
• Organic cotton
• Linen
• Silk
• Wool

Merino wool has temperature-regulating and odour-resistant properties, meaning clothing needs to be washed less frequently. Jalfe sources mulesing-free wool from Australia and New Zealand, pointing to ethically responsible procurement.

Organic cotton is a more resource-efficient alternative to conventional cotton, as it is grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilisers. Learn more about organic cotton here.

PACKAGING

Jalfe provides no information about the packaging materials used, either in e‑commerce or within the supply chain.

WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS

No data is available on water use, wastewater treatment, or chemical management. However, since Jalfe works with natural fibres such as merino wool and organic cotton, the use of synthetic chemicals is likely limited.

Certifications are not mentioned.

By avoiding synthetic fibres, no microplastic abrasion occurs during washing.

CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN 

Most Jalfe products consist of monofibres, which makes the garments easier to recycle and more circularly designed.

Jalfe does not offer a take-back system for worn-out clothing.

CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELL

According to its website, Jalfe does not provide its own repair service.
There is no take-back system for used or worn Jalfe items. Other circular business models such as rental, resale, or repair programmes are not currently established at Jalfe.

DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF SUPPLY CHAIN

• Denmark – Design and knitting
   Europe (not further specified)
   Australia and New Zealand
• Jalfe’s headquarters are located in Svendborg, Denmark.

TRANSPORT 

• Jalfe sources its merino wool from Australia and New Zealand, resulting in long transport routes that increase the environmental footprint. However, subsequent processing in Denmark and Europe involves shorter distances, reducing transport impact and enabling more efficient logistics.
• No information is provided on shipping to customers.

• Merino Wool
• Silk

Merino wool is sourced from Australia and New Zealand.
No origin details are provided for silk.

Jalfe uses only mulesing-free merino wool.
No information is available regarding the origin, extraction methods, or certifications of silk.
No certifications are mentioned, and no official code of conduct for animal-derived materials has been published.

PRODUCT DESIGN

Jalfe offers clothing focused on timeless everyday basics such as tops, knitwear, and underwear made from merino wool and organic cotton.

The collections are characterised by simple, functional designs and clear colour palettes aimed at a broad but classic audience.

SLOW FASHION PROCESS

Jalfe maintains a continuous, permanent collection to which new colours and individual designs are regularly added.

PRODUCT TRANSPARENCY

Jalfe’s product pages provide basic information, including material composition, product description, and care instructions for cleaning and storage. Price, colour options, and sizes are also listed. Occasionally, production locations are mentioned, but only in general terms, without specific country or facility details. As a result, traceability of individual products remains limited since no concrete supply chain or sourcing information is disclosed.

PROCESS TRANSPARENCY 

Jalfe provides only limited information about its production processes and suppliers. No annual or sustainability report with social or environmental metrics is published.