Pastel Designs Information

We want to feel good about the designs we offer so we do everything we can to ensure our products are ethically produced. As much of the production process as possible takes place in our dedicated design studio, a light and airy workspace that encourages creativity. Pastel also outsources part of the production process to a network of personally chosen makers we have established in Indonesia. We work closely with our suppliers and take great care to develop mutually beneficial business relationships and in many cases, ongoing friendships. All of the working environments we have seen are clean and comfortable and even on impromtu visits the staff appear to be happy, relaxed and valued by their employer. To us, their presentation and positive attitudes indicate quality working conditions and fair treatment. With a genuine vision for sustainability, Pastel focuses on small production runs, creating a product where quality visibly overshadows quantity. Pre-shrinking all fabric and trims ensures a more reliable fit and increased garment life. We also pre-plan exact usage of our printed fabric to avoid waste. In our market stall we offer only paper packaging, using recycled materials wherever possible and recycling almost all of the small amount of waste produced at each market. Our priority is trading in a manner that is kind to our fellow humans and this precious planet. We want our customers to leave us with a sense of having purchased something special.