Responsible clothing since 2005
For us, true elegance is taking care of our environment. This is not only reflected by our timeless designs that are relevant for years to come but by concrete actions and conscious choices throughout the lifecycle of a Schoffa garment, from the sourcing of the fibers and fabrics to the after-purchase services we offer.
Natural Fibers
Our products are manufactured with great care and we try to use only natural materials. The cotton, wool, cashmere wool and silk that we use in our clothes are produced in the world's most renowned Italian and English mills. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in the fact that most of our fabrics are both biodegradable and renewable, ensuring that their environmental impact is kept to a minimum. We only use non-natural fibres in our garments to improve the wearability of the garment, such as using elastane in our hosiery to improve durability and flexibility.
No Harmful Chemicals
We believe in sustainable production methods that avoid the use of unnecessary chemicals, which is why our clothes smell neutral and are ready to wear straight out of the package. We have also made a conscious decision to avoid the use of chemicals such as formaldehyde in order to achieve self-solubilising properties. Instead, we use fabrics that have 'self-slip' properties from the way they are woven. This requires some ironing on the part of the user, but we still think it's worth the effort to be careful. For this reason, we will never be as "self-soluble" as some of our competitors.
Working with familiar people
We understand that the sourcing of cotton and other raw materials, as well as the actual manufacturing of the garments, can have a significant impact on the environment. To ensure that our carbon footprint is as light as possible, we carefully choose who we source our fabric from and who makes the final garment. Instead of sending our fabrics to factories on the other side of the world and then sending the finished product back, we source our materials from European producers and manufacture our garments in European factories. This approach is more valuable, but it ensures that we know how our clothes are produced.
The world's most renowned fabric mills
We use fabrics from the world's top producers Loro Piana, Vitale Barberis Canonico, Zignone, and many others. These are not only the highest quality fabrics on the market, contributing to the longevity of our garments, but their producers are also at the forefront of sustainable development in the industry. Their initiatives include maintaining factories that use renewable energy sources, ensuring animal welfare, ensuring water purification and limiting the use of chemicals in the production process.
Made to Last
As our brand originates in tailoring, we pride ourselves on the timeless nature and quality of our clothes. Rather than quickly introducing the latest fashion trends, we focus on creating garments that never go out of fashion while our craftsmanship in making them ensures they will last for years. We also work closely with local seamstresses to provide our customers with alteration services and ensure that our clothes continue to fit perfectly, further extending the life of our garments.