Outdoor Apparel Brand: rPET Fabric Sourcing for Circular Fashion Line

Client Background

A US outdoor apparel brand launching a circular fashion collection using recycled polyester fabrics, requiring GRS-certified materials with consistent supply.

Challenge

The client needed recycled polyester fabric with specific performance characteristics (UV resistance, colorfastness, tear strength) and full GRS certification documentation for their marketing claims.

Our Solution

• Sourced GRS-certified rPET fabric from 3 verified recycling facilities
• Conducted comprehensive performance testing including UV resistance and colorfastness
• Provided full chain-of-custody documentation from bottle collection to finished fabric
• Facilitated custom color development matching brand specifications

Results

• 25+ custom colors developed with GRS certification
• Zero quality issues across 50,000+ yards delivered
• 30% faster lead time than industry average
• Brand successfully marketed circular fashion credentials

“The transparency and quality of the recycled fabrics exceeded our expectations. Our customers love the sustainability story behind each garment.” — Michael Chen, Product Director