Responsibility
At VRG GRL, our mission is to inspire creativity and confidence, empowering young women everywhere to feel like the best version of themselves. We recognise the role we play within the fashion industry and are committed to making a positive impact on our planet and community.
We don’t have all the answers, but we are committed to using our resources and influence to drive meaningful change. As we learn and evolve, we pledge to continuously refine our approach and strive for ongoing change.
Daniella & Natalia
Pillars
The foundation of our values & commitments, now and into the future.
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ETHICAL TRADE
All our products are designed in- house in Australia and manufactured in China. Our manufacturing partners must adhere to our Ethical Trade Policy. This code of conduct sets out the standards of employment and working conditions that are required to be met at all stages of our supply chain.
The elements of this policy are to be used as minimum requirements for working, and the policy is based on the Ethical Trade Initiative (ETI). This sets out worldwide standards of labour practice and is an alliance of retailers, manufacturers, NGOs and trade union organisations. The policy covers; but is not limited to:
- TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT; Employment agreements are in place for all employees which specify fair working conditions.
- WORKING CONDITIONS; Are clean, safe and comfortable.
- DISCRIMINATION and RESPECTFUL TREATMENT
- WORKING HOURS and WAGES; Garment workers are paid on a per hour rate - not per garment. Rates are paid fairly in accordance with national wage standards. Overtime is optional and paid hourly at an overtime rate.
- HEALTH, SAFETY and SECURITY
- ADHERENCE TO ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
- NO CHILD LABOUR
We are ensuring that our manufacturing partners are adhering to the standards set out in the ETP by conducting annual SMETA audits of all our suppliers.
PRODUCT
CHEMICAL TESTING
Our Linen has been tested for chemicals and heavy metals and meets the non-detection guidelines as set by the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO).
INCLUSIVITY AND FIT
We’re constantly striving to improve the fit of our products. We know that no two bodies are the same, so here's some of the design techniques we use to accommodate a range of body types:
BIAS CUT
When the garment pattern pieces are cut on a 45- degree angle, increasing the stretch of the garment and allowing the style of dress/skirt to comfortably drape over multiple body shapes creating a comfortable, flattering fit.
ADJUSTABILITY
To ensure our garments accommodate a variety of body types, we incorporate features like adjustable straps for different torso lengths, elasticated waistbands for ease of fit, and drawcords for a customisable fit.
REGENERATED AND NATURAL FIBRES
We’re committed to using better materials. We’re always learning and improving on what we do, and we’re sure that in time, there will be new conversations about fibres and cutting edge textiles on the market, but here’s some of the materials we’re using based on what we know so far:
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PACKAGING
VRG GRL products and orders are packed in ABA Australia certified compostable mailer bags made from corn starch and a blend of PLA and PBAT. They’re printed with soy non-toxic water based ink to ensure compostability and will 90% biodegrade at 20-30 degrees celsius within 180 days.
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We Support
Since VRG GRL started, our founders Daniella and Natalia have made it their priority to give back and support people in need. We’ve been donating 10% of our profits to causes we love since our inception, and we’re proud to continue doing this in 2024 and beyond. Here are the charities we’re giving our love to in this year, hand-picked by Dan and Nat:
- Thread Together
- Compassion Australia
- Fred Hollows Foundation
- Water for Africa