Ethics and Sustainability


1. ETHOS
At Deiji Studios, sustainability and social responsibility are integral to the way we approach our business. We are committed to making considered choices across our products, materials, partnerships and practices, while continuing to learn and evolve as we grow.
 
2. RESPONSIBILITY
At Deiji Studios, we hold a firm commitment to ethical and responsible practices. Our collections are made using a considered selection of natural, certified and recycled fibres where possible, and are produced by our manufacturing partners in China, with whom we work closely. Deiji Pty Ltd is a proud member of 1% for the Planet, contributing 1% of its annual revenue to environmental organisations through the 1% for the Planet network, extending our commitment to making a positive impact in the broader community.

3. COMMITMENTS
 
DRESS FOR SUCCESS
Dress for Success is a leading resource for advancing women in the workplace, providing a global network of support, workplace attire and development tools for success. Through our donations of new, unsold garments, we support its work helping women achieve economic mobility.
 
REGENERATE AUSTRALIA
Since 2020, we have partnered with Regenerate Australia (formerly Carbon Positive Australia) to support ecosystem restoration and community forest projects. We maintain an ongoing financial commitment to its work supporting nature regeneration and community engagement across Australia.
 
Previously, we have also supported the following charitable organisations: WIRES, Seed Indigenous Youth Climate Network, World Central Kitchen, California Community Foundation, Global Empowerment Mission, Care International, Karrkad Kanjdji Trust, Hawai‘i Community Foundation, Humane World for Animals, Worn for Good, NSW SES, Oz Harvest, GIVIT and Good360.
4. FABRICATION
Our collections use fibres including linen, organic cotton where available, hemp/cotton blends, wool, recycled polyester, LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose and TENCEL™ Lyocell. We work with our manufacturing partners to obtain fibre and material documentation and improve traceability across our supply chain.

Our aim is to prioritise materials that are natural or recycled, and to consider biodegradable materials where appropriate.
 
LINEN
We use European flax linen, with fibre grown in France and processed within Europe, supporting traceability across the supply chain. Linen is breathable, durable and signature to our collections. Where available, we prioritise certified organic linen to support reduced chemical inputs in farming.
 
COTTON
Where possible, we use certified organic cotton across our collections. Organic cotton is grown according to standards that restrict the use of certain synthetic pesticides and fertilisers and support more considered agricultural practices. Light, airy and durable, our organic cotton poplin is a collection staple for versatile dressing.
 
ORGANIC HEMP / COTTON JERSEY

Softly weighted and strong, our hemp/cotton blend forms the foundation of our jersey range, using organic cotton where possible. Hemp is a resilient fibre crop that typically requires low irrigation and minimal chemical inputs and is valued for its efficient fibre yield.

 
KNIT BLEND

Our knitwear is designed for comfort and easy layering. They are soft to touch and made from recycled polyester and LENZING™ ECOVERO™ viscose, while our wool blend knits combine responsibly sourced wool with recycled nylon made from reclaimed fishing nets. We work with certified or verified supply chains where possible to support improved material traceability and verification of recycled content.

 
WOOL

Most of our tailored pants and shirts are crafted from wool, offering a soft hand feel, natural breathability, temperature regulation and odour resistance. Wool is a natural and renewable fibre that forms an important part of our collections.

 
RECYCLED POLYESTER

Integrated into our knitwear and quilted styles, the polyester we use is 100% post-consumer recycled and made from reclaimed materials.
 

TENCEL™ LYOCELL

We use TENCEL™ Lyocell for its softness, breathability, moisture control and drape - qualities that bring lasting comfort to our collections.
OTHER MATERIALS

Deiji Studios currently uses metal hardware such as zippers, studs and D-rings, plastic button closures, garment tags composed of recycled polyester or cotton, and garment elastic composed of polyester.



 






5. MANUFACTURING
We consciously manufacture our products in China and our team makes regular visits to our factory partners to maintain close and ongoing relationships.

We are committed to working together with our factories to support the people who work on our garments and their local communities. Fair compensation, reasonable working conditions and appropriate working hours are of utmost importance to us. We expect our manufacturing partners to maintain standards that support workers' essential needs, including food, water, accommodation, education, medical care, clothing and transport.

We personally visit our factories and work closely with our manufacturing partners to review their yearly audits and identify areas for improvement on a case-by-case basis. All our manufacturing partners have signed and agreed to our Code of Conduct and environmental policies.

Our factories work to carefully manage the amount of fabric ordered for each collection, with leftover fabrics reused or recycled where possible. Most of our factories use hydroelectric and solar power within their operations and are encouraged to implement renewable energy resources where possible.




6. MODERN SLAVERY STATEMENT
We are committed to respecting human rights and maintaining appropriate labour standards throughout our business and supply chain. We require our manufacturing partners to comply with our supplier standards and do not tolerate forced labour, bonded labour, child labour, human trafficking or other forms of modern slavery.

We continue to review supplier practices, audits and areas for improvement as part of our ongoing supply-chain due diligence.
 
7. PACKAGING
Our products arrive at our warehouse in glassine paper bags or PBAT-based packaging, depending on the product and supplier. We also use FSC-certified paper across selected printed materials and recycled-content plastic mailers for customer orders.





8. FUTURE
We recognise there is always more to do and will continue to review our practices as we grow.
If you have suggestions on how we can improve our product, process or service, we welcome your feedback.