Encyclopedia of textile labels
Decode the certifications that truly matter. 15 labels analysed, ranked by trust level and category: environmental, social, quality, origin, animal welfare and recycling.
15 textile labels decoded
Filter by category or sort by trust level to identify the most reliable certifications in the textile industry.
Textile labels and certifications are guarantees issued by independent bodies after auditing the production chain. They attest to compliance with precise criteria: raw material origins, absence of harmful substances, working conditions or animal welfare. Use this encyclopedia to compare the 15 major industry labels, understand what each one actually certifies and distinguish rigorous certifications from mere marketing claims.
Our evaluation methodology
Each label is assessed against three objective criteria, cross-referenced with four independent data sources. This framework enables transparent and rigorous comparison of certifications.
Evaluation criteria
Data sources
Our evaluations are based on:
Bibliographic references
- Textile Exchange. (2024). Preferred Fiber & Materials Market Report.
- European Commission. (2023). Proposal for a Directive on Green Claims.
- Changing Markets Foundation. (2022). Licence to Greenwash.
- Fashion Revolution. (2024). Fashion Transparency Index.
- UNECE. (2023). Recommendation on Enhancing Traceability and Transparency of Sustainable Value Chains in Garment and Footwear.
Trust levels assigned are based on objective, publicly available criteria. They do not constitute a value judgement on brands using these labels.
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