Sustainability
No brand can honestly fully eliminate impact. But hopefully we can get pretty close! We can make every decision count, and be fully transparent about where we've succeeded and where we still can improve.
This page is our attempt at full transparency: what we're doing, what we've chosen not to do, and what we're still working on. If you think we're missing something or getting it wrong, or if you have a constructive suggestion or want to supply, we genuinely want to hear it.
Before You Buy
The most sustainable swimwear is the one you already own. If you have a pair that still works, wear it out. We'd rather you come back when you genuinely need a replacement than buy something new on impulse.
If you do buy from us, the whole point is that you keep it for years — not one season. Our numbered units, recycling programme, and garment passport are all built around that single idea: long ownership is the most ethical choice you can make.
Do you actually need new swimwear, or do you just want it? It's okay to say no. Not buying new things is the most sustainable choice you can make. But, if the answer is yes, we hope you'll choose Everett.
Gently rinse in cold fresh water after every swim. Never machine wash if you can avoid it, and definitely never tumble dry. That avoids microplastic fibres getting ripped out and into your wastewater, and also extends the life of your garment by keeping the fibres strong.
If you must wash synthetic fabrics in a machine, use a Guppyfriend bag to catch microplastic fibres.
When they're finally done, send them back. We'll handle the recycling and provide you with an update on your swimwear's regeneration and rebirth. Get a discount on your new pair.
Tell someone else about this. The conversation matters more than the garment. That's what Everett is all about. Wear less. Think more.
What we're doing now
What we haven't solved yet
Supply Chain
We name our partners because accountability requires it. Vague claims about "ethical manufacturing" mean nothing without names and locations. These are the people and businesses behind every unit.
Recycled Fibre
Carvico
Valsassina, Northern Italy
Family mill with 60+ years of expertise. They produce our 140gsm recycled polyester fabric from post-consumer waste under closed-loop dye processes. GRS, Oeko-Tex 100, Bluesign certified.
Waistband Elastic
Specialist mill, Bergamo region
Northern Italy
Custom flat-knit elastic milled from recycled polyester fibres. All trims — elastic, drawstring, cord stopper — are recycled. Took longer to source at our batch size than expected, but we got there.
Thread
Coats Group
Portuguese division
Core-spun polyester thread with recycled polyester core. GRS and Bluesign certified. Bar-tack reinforcement at every stress point.
Cut & Sew / Assembly
ECA-certified facility
Australia
Small-batch production with living wage verification and weekly audits. Every unit numbered and tracked at this stage. We're deliberately not disclosing the full name publicly at their request — but we can share it with serious wholesale enquiries.
Packaging
Local supplier
Australia
Recycled paper mailers, non-toxic inks, no plastic wrapping at any stage. Compostable or recyclable everything.
Global Network
Every supplier in our network, mapped. Click any pin to see the company, their role, and their certifications.
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Component Breakdown
Here's exactly what your garment is made from, who made each part, and why we made that choice.
If something on this page doesn't add up, or you want to know more about a specific decision we've made, please ask us. We'd rather have the conversation than leave you guessing.
Every Everett piece also comes with a unique unit ID. Register it to see your garment's full production record.