Shhh Silk

Our Sustainability Framework

• Emissions & Key Environmental Issues

  What is your company doing to reduce your emissions or combat key environmental issues (e.g. waste (packaging, end of life product strategy or recycling), biodiversity, land use, water, chemical use, energy use, and natural resource use etc.)?

  At Shhh Silk we strive to create quality products that don't cost the environment. We are always looking for sustainable solutions or alternative methods to support the planet we call home. Biodegradable: Silk is made to last years on your bed but only spend a short time on the planet. Silk is very durable, however, your pillowcases may eventually need replacing due to general wear and tear. Silk is a natural, biodegradable fibre, so your old silk pillowcases can be composted and returned to the earth. Non-Toxic: You sleep on your silk pillowcase for approx. 8 hours each night, so we use silk fabric with OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certification, which ensures every component including our silk, dyes and thread is tested for harmful substances. Plastic Free Packaging: In 2021 we reduced our plastic production by ½ tonne per year by changing to plastic-free packaging. Our packaging is FSC certified and uses materials that are sustainably sourced. While our beautiful cylinder packaging is 100% recyclable, it is designed to be repurposed as stationary storage, a sunglasses case, a makeup brush holder and more!

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• Materials

  How are the products your company offers made from environmentally friendly materials (e.g. recycled, organic materials)?

  Biodegradable: Silk is made to last years on your bed but only spend a short time on the planet. Silk is very durable, however, your pillowcases may eventually need replacing due to general wear and tear. Silk is a natural, biodegradable fibre, so your old silk pillowcases can be composted and returned to the earth. Offcuts: We try to minimise our fabric waste in production as much as possible. That's why we use the offcuts from pillowcases and silk sleepwear to create our silk scrunchies. This sustainable solution reduces waste and excess fabric and creates stylish hair accessories for our customers to enjoy. Natural Fibre: Silk is a natural fibre with less impact on the environment than many other fabrics. Silk is a renewable resource, can biodegrade, and uses less water, chemicals, and energy than many other fibres.

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• Service Offering

  How are the service/s you offer environmentally friendly?

  Slow Fashion and Made-to-Order Production: We believe in quality, natural and sustainable fibres. We also believe in quality over quantity; taking the time to really understand what customers want and creating only products that are loved for their quality, sustainability and longevity. We produce small, curated collections which avoid mass production, overconsumption and waste. This is why you will notice we often have pre-order on our website, to reduce mass production.

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• Supply Chain

  Do you partner with ethical factories that meet international labor standards? What processes have you implemented to make your supply chain more sustainable?

  We are committed to partnering with ethical factories and we prioritise working with suppliers who adhere to and meet standards and provide safe working conditions for their employees. Regular audits are conducted with our factory in line with standards to ensure compliance and transparency throughout our supply chain. Additionally, our Founder personally visits the factories and engages with the staff regularly to foster strong relationships and maintain a firsthand understanding of the working conditions.

• Community Initiatives

  How does your company give back to the community (e.g. financial donations, volunteering, partnerships etc.)?

  Doing good is in our DNA. At Shhh Silk, we're more than just a business. We're committed to doing good and giving back to our communities. From day one, we've made it our mission to support not for profit organisations, create positive change for our planet, and make a difference in the lives of those around us. We make regular donations, pay it forward gifts, and take part in fundraisers. We would like to thank every one of our customers for your support since 2015. We’d like to share with you how every purchase has not only kept the doors to our family business open, but has allowed us to pay it forward to the community by visiting our Doing Good page on our website.

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• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

  How has your company made a commitment to achieve and maintain inclusion & diversity (e.g. Gender / Race / Ethnicity / National Origin / Sexual Orientation / Religion / Disability / Age)?

  As doing good is in our DNA, we have always made a strong commitment to achieve and maintain inclusion and diversity across various dimensions, including gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and age. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. We have implemented inclusive hiring practices, ensuring equal opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. Our company policies promote diversity and prohibit any form of discrimination or bias.

• Circular Models
• Sustainability Certifications

  Our certifications