Best Practices

Risk was founded in 2011 by two friends, Antonina Samecka and Klara Kowtun. It is a reflection of their tastes, beliefs and approach to life. Everything that is important to them - from culture, great design and the pleasure of using it, to supporting local craftsmanship and respect for the planet.

"We maximise environmental care in our production. We connect with partners who, like us, believe in sustainability, use renewable energy, minimise water consumption and CO2 emissions, and care about proper working conditions in their companies. When it comes to ethics in fashion, we are 100% in agreement. On the subject of design, however, we each have our own unique speciality."

"For us, a garment consists of three things: the components, the way it is made and how you feel in it." This concept has already been recognised by VOGUE, the New York Times, STYLE.COM, VOGUE.COM, ELLE, HARPER'S BAZAAR, GLAMOUR, TATTLER or INSTYLE, among others, which has repeatedly showcased Risk's designs.

Risk sews in Poland and Europe. The company emphasises that social responsibility in the fashion industry is close to their heart. They know their suppliers and know that they are committed to the welfare of their employees and the highest standards of garment production.

The company creates long-distance relationships, including with the planet and the environment - which is why it sews with European materials, some of which are certified by Oekotex, Ecolabel, FSC, EU Ecocert, GOTS, GRS or DETOX.

It is guided by ethical values in its operations by selecting suppliers who, like Risk, have the welfare of people and the environment in mind. Risk also looks for partner companies that share the same values. It puts its customers first, rather than trends or its own profits.

It adheres to the highest standards during the garment production process, taking care of workers' rights and fair wages.

Risk has a range of timeless clothes that are very popular. It has been recognized for its sustainable approach to clothing production not only by individual customers, but also by other fashion companies operating in Poland and beyond. The company has contributed to reducing its environmental impact. It is considered one of the most ethical apparel companies in Poland.

Thanks to its sustainable practices, Risk has gained fame not only in Poland but also abroad. Magazines such as VOGUE, The New York Times, STYLE.COM, VOGUE.COM, ELLE, HARPER'S BAZAAR, GLAMOUR, TATTLER and INSTYLE, among others, have repeatedly featured Risk's projects precisely because of their uniqueness and ethical and environmentally friendly operations.

As for Risk, it often designs materials and their compositions from scratch. Many partners specifically for this company change them to be more environmentally friendly. They introduce eco-friendly yarns, modifying production processes. This is very important, as it allows the company to effectively contribute to ethical and sustainable practices throughout the production stage and beyond. On the other hand, when using ready-made fabrics and knits, it's important to choose ones that are durable and suitable for designing clothes that you want to walk around in "indefinitely." Here, it's all about making every effort to be the best possible for the planet. The key to success in this practice is to definitely use biodegradable materials, from sustainable production. Introducing the cited solutions offers a great opportunity to become an environmentally friendly company that will be highly trusted.

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