Free People

Free People is owned by URBN. Little information published & no meaningful sustainable/ethical initiatives.

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Pros

Uses renewable energy and solar power in their facilities.

Publishes a general list of suppliers.

 

Cons

Does not directly audit suppliers or visit suppliers.

Uses leather, wool, and exotic animal hair.

Uses sustainable materials in select clothing, but mostly uses conventional fabrics.

Vague code of conduct for workers in the supply chain.

No published policy against animal abuse.

No detailed environmental impact report or detailed/specfic goals to reduce their impact.

How do we rate?

We rate fashion brands through an objective 5 star rating system. We consider all aspects of the brand’s practices when determining our ratings, including carbon footprint, payment of living wages, animal treatment, reusable materials/packaging, water and textile waste, or dedication to future sustainable initiatives, and more.

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