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Arrels Barcelona

Rated: Good

price: $$$$

location: Spain

Founded by Javier Llaudet, Arrels Barcelona is swimwear brand that pays tribute to the Mediterranean lifestyle.

Arrels Barcelona sustainability rating

Planet

4 out of 5

People

2 out of 5

Animals

Not applicable

Overall rating: Good

Our ratings are based on a scale from 1 (We avoid) to 5 (Great) How we rate


Arrels Barcelona's environment rating is 'good'. It uses a high proportion of eco-friendly materials including recycled materials. It manufactures locally to reduce its carbon footprint. There is no evidence it minimises textile waste when manufacturing its products. Its use of eco-friendly materials limits the amount of chemicals and water used in production.

Its labour rating is 'not good enough'. Its final stage of production is undertaken in Portugal, a medium risk country for labour abuse. There is no evidence it has a Code of Conduct. There is no evidence it ensures payment of a living wage in its supply chain. There is no evidence it audits its supply chain.

This brand makes products that are generally free of animal materials. We have not rated its impact on animals. The overall rating is based on environment and labour scores only.

Arrels Barcelona is rated 'Good' overall.

Last updated December 2021