PRODUCTION LOCATIONS
- Spain
Lavandera aims to support the local textile industry through production based in Spain. Its website states that this also allows the team to oversee the manufacturing process, although no information is provided regarding how regularly Lavandera visits its suppliers.
WORKING CONDITIONS & LIVING WAGES
Lavandera’s website states that processes and working conditions are monitored in order to ensure ethical manufacturing, although no specific regulations are outlined.
MATERIALS
- Rayon
- Recycled polyamide
- Linen
- Cotton
- Recycled cotton
- Organic cotton- GOTS certified
- Elastane
- Modal
- Polyester
- Viscose
- Viscose Ecovero
- Lyocell
- Tencel
- Hemp
An important aspect of Lavandera’s production is its use of surplus materials from other fashion brands and textile manufacturers. This reduces the direct environmental impact of their production processes. In addition, Lavandera predominantly uses natural, plant-based materials, such as cotton, and manmade plant-based materials, such as modal and viscose, for their garments. This is, however, combined with a use of manmade synthetics, including polyester and recycled polyamide.
PACKAGING
Lavandera aims to reuse cardboard and plastic for shipping and packaging their products, although their website provides no further information on the specifics of this.
WATER USAGE & CHEMICALS
Lavandera’s website provides no information on measures taken to improve water usage or chemical management, or to reduce microplastics release. However, all their fabrics are certified with environmental certifications including GRS (Global Recycled Standard) which verifies that a product has the recycled content it claims to have, and GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard), which ensures the fabric’s organic status.
CIRCULAR PRODUCT DESIGN
Some of Lavandera’s garments contain a blend of materials, which restricts the likelihood that they can be recycled. For example, their ‘Shirt Campanula’, and ‘Dress Valeria’ in the 2025 Spring Summer collection are made from 74% Rayon, 20% recycled Polyamide, and 6% linen. However, monomaterials are used for other garments, such as the 100% cotton ‘Jacket Campanilla’; also featured in the 2025 Spring Summer collection.
CIRCULAR BUSINESS MODELS
Lavandera’s website states that they sell post-production fabric to consumers through the RECOVO website to help minimise production waste.
DISTANCE & COMPLEXITY OF THE SUPPLY CHAIN
Production locations
- Spain
Lavandera’s headquarters are located in San Sebastian, in close proximity to its Spanish production facilities. In addition, Lavandera sources all its fabric from Europe; primarily from Spain, Italy, Portugal, and France. Lavandera products are sold within stores across Austria, Belgium, Spain, Germany, and Japan. Shipping is available to Europe and North America, although Lavandera’s website states that they may be contacted for shipping to a country that is not currently listed.
TRANSPORTATION
Lavandera’s website does not provide information on transportation.
The items currently available on Lavandera’s website do not contain animal materials.
PRODUCT DESIGN
Lavandera provides men’s and women’s wear, with sizes ranging from XS to 2XL. With mostly monochrome and minimalist pieces, you can be sure to find items perfect for everyday wear.
SLOW FASHION PROCESSES
Lavandera releases two collections per year, one for Spring and Summer, and another for Autumn and Winter. Some garments are manufactured to order, whilst the remaining items are limited edition. This reduces the likelihood of excess waste being generated. Every garment is even labelled with a limited-edition series number, so that consumers know exactly how many garments of a given model have been produced!
TRANSPARENCY ON PRODUCT
Lavandera’s website clearly outlines the fabric composition of each garment and states where the fabric was produced. This is supported by certifications including GRS and GOTS. Lavandera’s website also details where the garment itself was manufactured, to provide greater transparency for consumers.
TRANSPARENCY ON PROCESSES
Lavandera does not publish an annual report on the social or environmental aspects of its brand.
Conclusion
Lavandera prides itself on creating timeless garments which are designed to withstand passing trends. Through using surplus material, Lavandera aims to reduce its environmental impact, whilst creating limited edition pieces that are suited to collectors. In addition, Lavandera strives to support the local textile industry, with production based entirely in Spain.
Discover on the map below where you can explore Lavandera’s collections.
