“Transitioning our polybag source to the Vela™ alternative is mission-aligned with both our company and customer values. We have received positive feedback from customers about both the performance of the bags and the fact that they are curbside recyclable — a major upgrade to our previous versions. The Vela™ bags are responsibly sourced, serve the ultimate purpose of protecting products from factory to customer through long transit routes, and are suitable for your at-home recycling bin — a win-winwin in our book.”

“Partnering with Vela on the first ever FSC® certified paper bag for garments is another innovative win for both Outerknown and the ocean. Outerknown is deeply commi ed to eliminating the use of virgin plastic and ensuring we keep it out of our oceans.”

“This packaging shi reflects KnowledgeCo on Apparel’s ongoing dedication to sustainable innovation, and sets an example for how fashion brands can rethink every aspect of their operations—from materials to packaging—to build a more sustainable future.”

“We are more than a brand, we are art, design, music and beyond. We are the conscious choice, concerned about reduction. The choice that represents a personality, a taste for aesthetics, and a garment that speaks for you. We embody the essence of the Mediterranean. The authentic one.We have been working on the implementation for a while, but starting from AW24, all our polybags, in which the products are packed, will be made of paper from the Vela brand, making us more responsible towards the planet.”

“As a brand that thinks daily about our environmental impact, the use of plastic poly bags has always been a pain point for us… We are so thrilled that Vela invented a product that helps solve the plastic pollution problem of poly bags in the apparel industry.”

“Everyone’s been telling us there’s no sustainable and practical alternative to the industry standard poly bag, but Vela has shown us already that we all can do better at getting rid of unnecessary plastic from our packaging right now.”

“Vissla is a brand that represents creative freedom and a generation of creators and innovators. We embrace the modern do-it-yourself attitude within surf culture, performance surfing, and craftsmanship. We constantly strive to minimize our environmental impact and protect the oceans and waves that raised us. We are committed to sourcing and implementing the most sustainable packaging materials available to us. We’re currently transitioning to Vela FSC-certified paper bags to protect our garments.”

“Using Vela™ bags marks a significant leap in our commitment to sustainability. As a Kalas company, we annually produce over 300,000 garments, with more than 200,000 packaged in bags. With Vela™, we’re taking a substantial step to reduce plastic waste by 3,400 kg each year. It’s not just packaging; it’s a responsible choice for a greener future.”

“After the success and impact we had with our Globe program, rolling out Vela across our packaging for FXD and MISFIT has been a no brainer. Our retailers and customers have been stoked and we know we’ve moved the needle in the right direction for the environment.”

“One of our main goals is to keep plastics out of our oceans. Healthy oceans lead to sustainable fisheries, and a healthier ecosystem. The Vela Hybrid Plus bag has provided Grundens with a workable solution that meets both Grundens needs and those of our customers. Customer reactions have largely been positive, and some have asked “What took so long?” and made statements like “I wish other brand’s would follow suit.”

“Since 1995 sustainability has been a part of our DNA, and we remain committed to lessening our impact in every way possible. Shipping has been one of our biggest hurdles. We are thrilled to be partnering with Vela to swap out our plastic bags for widely recyclable, FSC®-certified paper bags. It is great to see brands, supply chain partners, and customers coming together to drive this much-needed shipping revolution.”

“Packaging is one of the toughest sustainability challenges for any apparel brand, and at menique, we chose to face it directly. In 2022, we removed all plastic from our shipments. Today, every order leaves in recycled cardboard boxes, with each garment protected by FSC-certified Vela™ bags. Switching to Vela keeps thousands of single-use plastic sleeves out of circulation each year, a meaningful step in our mission to create clothing that is both considered and kind.”

“At Tintoremus, we cultivate and extract natural indigo in Spain for use in the textile sector, bringing value to Spanish agriculture as a sustainable alternative to synthetic dyes.”

"We just want to be 100% plastic free"

Ensuring our packaging is healthy for our planet and people is a core to who we are. Making the switch from fossil-fuel derived bags that cause harm to ecosystems if not managed responsibly to Vela™ solutions - which are sustainably sourced, made from natural and earth digestible materials, and easy for anyone to keep circular through recycling, has been a powerful way for us to align our packaging to our commitment of protecting our home, our playground, and our source of inspiration.

Pact was excited to find a partner with a proven solution to such a large issue. Working with the Vela team made this a seamless transition, that was received positively by all stakeholders (Pact team, manufacturing partners, warehouse, and customers). By partnering with Vela, we were able to move quickly to install the new Vela bags across our supply chain and quickly take a big step forward in lessening our impact on the environment.