At Araks, sustainability isn't a campaign. It is a way of working: deliberate, accountable, and ongoing.
Our process begins with scrutiny: how is something made? Why does it exist? What will become of it in time? Our approach rests on four pillars: cultivating a culture of economy in the studio, design for longevity, partnerships built on respect, and social responsibility across our supply chain. These principles are not aspirational — they shape the practical decisions behind every silhouette.
We work with evergreen fabrics that continue from season to season. Continuity allows us to reuse excess materials rather than discard them, reducing unnecessary production. Swatches and remnants are catalogued and retained because we believe that what exists already holds supreme value.
Material choice has the biggest impact. Long before a garment is worn, its fibers have drawn from land, water, and energy. With this in mind, we prioritize certified organic fibers, recycled and regenerated materials, and mills that operate under clear environmental standards. We understand that a garment’s ethics begin at its origin.
From there, we consider how each piece is made. Every garment is cut and sewn locally in New York City, where we work closely with skilled seamstresses and small, often women-owned factories. These long-standing relationships allow for transparency, fair wages, and a shared investment in quality.
We design everything to be worn, kept, and valued. In the face of fast fashion, we see longevity as a new kind of currency—prioritizing quality over speed and integrity over trend. Across materials and manufacturing, we consider not just how something looks and feels, but how it’s made, who makes it, and how it lasts.
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Our focus is on circularity and care.
We build our collections around a core set of thoughtfully sourced textiles: soft organic cottons, deadstock materials, airy cotton crepes, and woven cottons produced by mills that prioritize cleaner processes and responsible water use.
From there, we explore more innovative materials—like bamboo and seaweed, blends of organic and upcycled cotton, and REFIBRA™ fibers made from reclaimed cotton scraps and sustainably sourced wood pulp in a closed-loop system.
Excess fabric is worked back into future collections as well, rather than discarded.
Beyond wear, we believe textiles should have a next life—not an endpoint.
Our recycling program is designed to make that process as easy as laundry day. You simply fill the bag with what you no longer wear, send it back, and we’ll ensure each piece is sorted with care—prioritizing reuse whenever possible, and recycling materials into new forms when it’s not. Through our partnership with Helpsy, garments are diverted from landfill and given a renewed purpose.
It’s one more step toward a more circular system where materials are kept in use, waste is reduced, and clothing continues its life beyond the closet.
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Sustainability is iterative. It requires attention, revision, and the willingness to question habits — including our own.
Designing with integrity, producing locally, and encouraging long-term wear are concrete acts. Change in fashion may be complex, but it begins with decisions made daily and deliberately.
