Who we are
Etiko was started by Nick Savaidis, who wanted to buy clothes and shoes that didn't involve child labour, underpaid workers, or harm to the environment. When he couldn't find a brand that met all three, he started his own. Its name means "ethical".
Etiko offers an alternative to fast fashion, which is cheap clothing made quickly, often with poor conditions for workers. It serves shoppers who want to buy in line with their values. It also exists for the workers in its supply chain, the network of people who make its products. These include cotton growers, rubber tappers, garment workers, and shoe makers in India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan.
What we do
Etiko sells sneakers, t-shirts, hoodies, underwear, socks, and other clothing for men, women, and children. Its products use organic cotton, grown without synthetic chemicals, and its sneakers are vegan, meaning they contain no animal products.
Everyone in Etiko's supply chain is paid a living wage, which is enough to cover basic needs such as food and housing. Workers also receive medical cover and a safe workplace. Etiko sells online, through other retailers, and makes custom printed clothing for businesses. It also runs take-back, tree-planting, and tipping programs.
Head office:
- Victoria
Service location(s):
- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- South Australia
- Queensland
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
- Outside Australia
Type(s) of actor:
- Social enterprises
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