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why Ecovero™?

we love Ecovero™ for a number of reasons. not only is it a low-impact, traceable and biodegradable fabric, but it has a luxurious hand feel and drapes beautifully. it’s composition is also breathable, making it right for any occasion.

sustainable sourcing

Ecovero™, by Lenzing, is made using sustainable and renewable wood pulp. as a greenshirt supplier, Lenzing is one of the leading eco-responsible viscose producers in the world.

resource preservation

the production of Ecovero™ fibers occurs in a closed loop system, ensuring chemical recovery when treating wood pulp. keeping chemicals out of waterways and allowing them to be reused.

50% lower impact

the production of Ecovero™ has a 50% lower water and CO2 impact compared to generic viscose, while using 50% less fossil energy than the industry average.

EU Ecolabel certified

Lenzing’s Ecovero™ is EU Ecolabel certified which identifies environmental excellence across the entire lifecycle from raw materials to production to disposal.

OEKO-TEX® certified

our fabric and dyes are certifed STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX®, making them free of harmful substances and harmless to human health

responsible forestry

99% of the wood pulp used by Lenzing is certified or examined under FSC and PEFC standards. these are marks of sustainable forestry and focus on protecting forests.

textiles faq

what is the EU Ecolabel ?
EU Ecolabel is a certification which identifies environmental excellence across the entire lifecycle, from raw materials through to production to disposal. rigorous environmental criteria must be met with an emphasis on reducing emission, eliminating hazardous chemical use, and efficient use of resources. Lenzing’s Ecovero™ is EU Ecolabel certified.
what is Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX® ?
OEKO-TEX Standard 100 is a globally recognized certification that tests and certifies products are free of harmful substances and harmless to human health.
what is FSC and PEFC ?
FSC and PEFC are the marks of responsible forestry.

the FSC label helps to;
- protect biodiversity
- protect animal habitats
- protect old growth forest
- ensure zero deforestation
- protect Indigenous people's rights
- ensure fair wages and safe working conditions

the PEFC is a global non-profit organization that promotes sustainable forestry through its independent third party certifications. they take a local and multi-stakeholder approach to protecting forests globally.

over 99% of the wood pulp used by Lenzing is certified by the FSC and PEFC or examined under their standards.
why Lenzing ?
Lenzing is one of the largest textile innovation companies creating cellulose based eco-responsible textiles. backed by extensive research, third party certifications, and supply chain transparency, Lenzing is recognized as a leading viscose producer by Canopy, a global non-profit environmental-protection organization. Lenzing has earned the EU Ecolabel, which signifies environmental excellence from raw material consumption, to production, to disposal. learn more about Lenzing and their practices www.lenzing.com
what is a cellulose based fabric ?
cellulose based fibres are made from trees or woody plants and then chemically treated to form fibres. without proper controls and processes the production of cellulose fibres can be harmful to the environment and endangered forests. this is why Laterdays uses Ecovero™, a certified eco-friendly cellulose fabric.
what is Canopy ?
Canopy is a non-profit environmental organization that protects the world’s forests, and the species that inhabit them. Canopy focuses on supply chain innovation by working with some of the largest brands in food, fashion, beauty and care to create eco-responsible solutions. Canopy created the Hot Button Report, which is a widely accepted tool in the fashion industry to understand the impact of man-made cellulose fabrics.
what is a green shirt supplier ?
Canopy audits and rates producers based on their sourcing practices, chemical use, chemical emissions, environmental leadership, transparency and more. based on these ratings, producers are given a colored rating. at Laterdays, we only work with “green shirt” suppliers, which meet the highest standards outlined in the Hot Button Report.
what is viscose ?
Laterdays uses Ecovero™, a branded variation of viscose. viscose is a man-made cellulose fabric made from wood pulp. generic viscose is not traced or controlled; it can be produced using irresponsible chemical disposal practices and sourced from endangered forests, ultimately harming the environment.
does viscose shrink ?
viscose can shrink if not cared for properly, which is why we have pre-shrunk our Ecovero™ viscose fabric to reduce the amount the garment will shrink in the wash. it is important to care for your garment as directed on the care label to ensure the longevity of your Laterday’s piece.
how long does Ecovero™ take to decompose ?
in the right conditions, Ecovero™ decomposes in 3 months in comparison to polyester which takes up to 200 years to decompose (don’t worry, your garment won't decompose in your closet, the fabric only decomposes in proper conditions).