certifications
certification & material transparency
At layere, transparency isn’t a trend or a marketing word. It’s the standard behind every piece we create.
We source certified materials and work with manufacturing partners who align with our values around quality, responsibility, and ethical production.
Instead of vague claims, we believe in explaining exactly what our fabrics are, where they come from, and what those certifications actually mean.
Because what touches your skin matters.
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organic cotton fabric standards
Our core fabrics are made using 100% certified organic cotton sourced through GOTS-certified suppliers and mills.
For our activewear pieces that require stretch and recovery, we use 95% certified organic cotton and 5% spandex, the smallest amount needed to allow movement while maintaining shape and durability over time.
The result is a fabric that feels softer, more breathable, and more natural against the skin than traditional fully synthetic activewear.
By replacing the majority of synthetic fibers with certified organic cotton, we’re able to reduce synthetic fiber usage by 95% compared to conventional activewear fabrics.
We choose certified organic cotton because it’s grown and processed under stricter environmental and social standards throughout the textile supply chain.
Not because it sounds good. Because better fabrics matter.
why layere doesn’t have a gots license number
GOTS certification can apply at different stages of the textile supply chain, from the cotton itself, to the yarn, to the finished garment.
The fabrics we use are sourced from GOTS-certified suppliers, meaning the organic cotton itself has been certified and traced through approved processing standards.
However, layere as a brand does not currently hold a finished-garment GOTS certification or license number.
The easiest way to think about it is like cooking.
The ingredients themselves can be certified organic, even if the person preparing the final dish doesn’t personally hold the certification.
In our case, the cotton and fabrics we source are certified through trusted suppliers and mills, but layere itself does not currently hold a finished-garment GOTS certification.
As a growing independent brand, obtaining brand-level certification is a significant operational and financial process. Right now, we choose to invest those resources directly into certified fabrics, intentional production, and creating higher quality garments.
We never want to imply certifications we do not personally hold, which is why transparency matters more to us than misleading marketing language.
As we continue to grow, we’ll continue exploring additional certifications that align with the future of layere.
ethical & responsible manufacturing
We believe beautiful clothing should also be made responsibly.
That’s why we work with manufacturing partners who follow recognized third-party auditing and compliance standards surrounding workplace conditions, safety, and ethical production practices.
All of our manufacturing partners are either GOTS-certified or audited under the amfori BSCI system.
These standards assess areas such as worker protection, fair working conditions, health and safety, and responsible manufacturing practices.
We prioritize long-term partnerships with suppliers who value quality craftsmanship, responsible production, and safe working environments.
Every decision, from fabric sourcing to final production, is made with intention.
Because creating better clothing should never come at the expense of the people making it.
considered down to our packaging
We believe sustainability shouldn’t stop at the garment itself.
Our shipping boxes are made using FSC-certified materials, meaning the paper used comes from responsibly managed forests and verified supply chains.
We also use recycled paper across our packaging materials, including our magazines, flyers, envelopes, inserts, and printed materials.
From our reusable organic cotton pouches to our packaging details, every decision is made with longevity and lower impact in mind.
We’re always looking for better materials, better systems, and better ways to do things as we grow.
Because small details add up.