PROUD OF OUR ETHICS
SCANDIBØX UNREAL FUR
All of our fur is made from cruelty free sources and although truly realistic, has not been derived from animals in any way. This means that no animals were harmed to create the beautiful textiles we offer from our home fashion label.
Real fur is cruel, and 85% of the fur industries skins still comes from animals living in captivity in factory fur farms or similar. The majority of this is supplied to the fashion industry and still, even today, considered a luxurious commodity.
There are a handful of fashion houses now making a huge stand against the unnecessary suffering of animals and we applaud their undeniably successful efforts of bringing awareness to society that faux fur can be just as luxurious, without any of the harm. We stand side by side with these pioneers and taste changers and wholeheartedly commend the huge leaps forward they have made.
All of our fur is made from cruelty free sources and although truly realistic, has not been derived from animals in any way. This means that no animals were harmed to create the beautiful textiles we offer from our home fashion label.
Real fur is cruel, and 85% of the fur industries skins still comes from animals living in captivity in factory fur farms or similar. The majority of this is supplied to the fashion industry and still, even today, considered a luxurious commodity.
There are a handful of fashion houses now making a huge stand against the unnecessary suffering of animals and we applaud their undeniably successful efforts of bringing awareness to society that faux fur can be just as luxurious, without any of the harm. We stand side by side with these pioneers and taste changers and wholeheartedly commend the huge leaps forward they have made.
But, with the rising popularity of home design and the crossover high end design often has with the fashion industry, we are appalled to see so many manufacturers of real fur supply to the interior design industry. And in recent years, we have observed both at trade shows and from suppliers direct, that this trend has been rising.
We don’t have the same loud voice our fashion house partners have, because our platform is so much smaller. But we do have the same passion and desire to make a stand, to shout as loud as we are able and we hope, in time, to one day make a difference.
We don’t have the same loud voice our fashion house partners have, because our platform is so much smaller. But we do have the same passion and desire to make a stand, to shout as loud as we are able and we hope, in time, to one day make a difference.
VEGAN LEATHER
We refer to our embossed leather tabs as vegan leather, or friendly leather. Our vegan leather is completely animal-free and so that it is easily identified, has been produced in our charcoal grey brand colour. Even though not all vegan products are chemical free, where possible we work with mills that produce our materials in an environmentally sound way and encourage research into new developments for vegan leathers produced from plant based sources. FRIENDLY LEATHER Since Scandibøx is an Anglo-Nordic Company, and means natural leather is a fundamental part of the Scandinavian lifestyle, we do ensure that all leather supplied in our products are a by-product of the meat industry only. In addition to this we require that our manufacturers maintain a strict code of ethics in the treatment of animals. That they have been kept in an environment natural to them and have been cared for so the animals welfare is of paramount importance. Scandinavian culture believes an animal should not be supplied only as a source of food, and has a sustainable responsibility steeped in history to produce the highest quality product in a fully inclusive way. |
CUSHION PADS
As with our leathers, we supply both vegan and animal-friendly cushion pads. Our vegan pads are completely animal-free, made with a naturally anti allergenic hollowfibre filling and compliant with BS5852 for furniture and furnishing fire safety regulations. Our natural cushion pads are animal-friendly, with outer covers in 233 thread count cambric cotton to give a smooth, luxurious feel. The filling in our animal-friendly pads are all ethically sourced and care has been taken to ensure they meet our strict requirements.
SUSTAINABILITY
We recognise that as ethical as our unreal furs are, they are not entirely environmentally sustainable. But we also recognise that producing products also results in fabric scraps that our makers upcycle into a number of mini products such as fashion accessories, all as part of the production process. In addition to this, the beginning and end of every roll is donated as ‘vet fur’ for sick animals to lie on. And where sustainable means longevity, our products have been designed to appeal to a naturalistic aesthetic, without unnecessary dyes or colours of the moment. They are beautifully hand crafted and carefully made to last.
As with our leathers, we supply both vegan and animal-friendly cushion pads. Our vegan pads are completely animal-free, made with a naturally anti allergenic hollowfibre filling and compliant with BS5852 for furniture and furnishing fire safety regulations. Our natural cushion pads are animal-friendly, with outer covers in 233 thread count cambric cotton to give a smooth, luxurious feel. The filling in our animal-friendly pads are all ethically sourced and care has been taken to ensure they meet our strict requirements.
SUSTAINABILITY
We recognise that as ethical as our unreal furs are, they are not entirely environmentally sustainable. But we also recognise that producing products also results in fabric scraps that our makers upcycle into a number of mini products such as fashion accessories, all as part of the production process. In addition to this, the beginning and end of every roll is donated as ‘vet fur’ for sick animals to lie on. And where sustainable means longevity, our products have been designed to appeal to a naturalistic aesthetic, without unnecessary dyes or colours of the moment. They are beautifully hand crafted and carefully made to last.
GIVING BACK
Everyone at Scandibøx are animal friendly. Our diversity would perhaps fall a little short if they were not. From making a stand in her biology lesson at the age of 14, to now, our CEO has maintained an avid abhorrence towards animal cruelty of any kind. So we see this as our chance finally to give back a little, and to help in some small way as much as we can.
Everyone at Scandibøx are animal friendly. Our diversity would perhaps fall a little short if they were not. From making a stand in her biology lesson at the age of 14, to now, our CEO has maintained an avid abhorrence towards animal cruelty of any kind. So we see this as our chance finally to give back a little, and to help in some small way as much as we can.
For every throw or blanket sold, we are donating to the wonderful charity “All Dogs Matter”. Your donation is enough to vaccinate and microchip a homeless dog to give it every chance of being fostered or to ultimately find a forever home. In addition to this, we have reduced the price of these beautiful throws and blankets by 20% in order that they are more accessible to more people.
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We hope the little bit we do can grow and start to make a difference.