Banana Republic
Overall Rating: 3 out of 5 (Satisfactory)
Average Price: 30-200 USD
Location: United States
Environment Rating: 4 out of 5
Banana Republic has partnered with Thredup for a clothing recycling initiative. It allows customers to return used clothes in certain conditions and gives store credits to the customers in return. More details here
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Since 2020, Banana Republic has reported that it has saved 42 million liters of water from its "innovative" dyeing and washing methods.
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As of 2023, the brand has aimed to use 50% more sustainable materials like recycled wool, linen, and polyester.
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Human Rights Rating: 1 out of 5
Banana Republic does not show any labor certification that shows that the company treats its workers fairly and pays them a living wage.
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The Brand scored 31-40% on the Fashion Transparency Index for supply chain traceability and labor conditions for its factory workers
Animal Welfare Rating: 2 of 5
Banana Republic has stated that it is committed to following the Global Responsible Wool Standard and the Leather Working Group when sourcing their materials
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Banana Republic's Animal Welfare Policy states that it expects all of its suppliers to only use animal-based materials from animals bred only for food. But the policy does not highlight any active measures to ensure that.