Ethical Brand Directory LOGO Oliver Co

This Listing has been verified by EBD     This Listing has been verified by EBD 

Oliver Co

Vegan Accessories

Brand Score:

59%

About Oliver Co

Oliver Co is a vegan, B-Corp accessories brand with the single aim of creating beautiful everyday items that cause as little environmental impact as possible. Using bio-materials like apple waste (and tea waste launching in 2024), Oliver Co is dedicated to connecting the latest in material technology with an endless obsession for detail. Voted one of B Corps’ ‘Best for the world’ for the environment in 2022.

Product Highlights

Brand Values

Donates to Charity
Eco-Friendly
Transparency
Vegan

Ethics & Sustainability Overview

The Oliver Co’s focus is on sustainable accessories and helping to redefine fashion’s future. Each item, be it vegan wallets or laptop sleeves, embodies ethical and sustainable craftsmanship. As a certified B Corp, they uphold the highest standards for social and environmental performance, emphasizing transparency and accountability. They require supplier self-assessments and audits to ensure responsible practices. In their commitment to giving back, the brand donates 2% of revenue and partners with initiatives like 1% For The Planet, Climate Neutral, and The Felix Project, working to reduce food waste and hunger in London.

Useful Links & Supporting Evidence of Ethical Practices

Sourcing & Supplier Transparency Information

Finding a supplier with the right blend of innovation, craftsmanship, and compatibility can be challenging. This brand undertook an extensive search to identify a factory in Istanbul, founded in 2000, specialising in small leather goods and working with high-end brands.

Despite the challenges of using new vegan materials, the factory’s team has devised innovative solutions to maintain premium craftsmanship. The brand now conducts environmental and social audits, sharing its progress with the public.

This brand is Pro-actively working towards Positive Change

And is aligned with the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
SDG 13 - Climate Action
SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 9 - Industry

Brand Score:

59%

This score is based on the EBD brand review process that factor in a wide range of criteria.  A brand must score a minimum of 51% to be offered a listing in our directory.

Areas For Development:

We love the commitment Oliver Co has made to sustainability and its B Corp status.  For us, we’d like to see more emphasis on content that shines the light on the people:

  • An ethics page on their website that details what running an ethical company means to them is recommended.
  • Evidence of fair, living wages paid to the people who make the wallets, purses and pouches. How much are workers paid?
  • We’d like to see more diversity in their marketing and photography materials.
  • We would also like to see care and repair instructions for their accessories, and where to recycle them at their end of life.

DISCOUNT CODE:

ETHICALBRANDDIRECTORY15
Redemption Details:

At the checkout copy and past the code above to get 15% off

Roberta Lee Sustainable Stylist London

Thoughts from Sustainable Stylist Roberta Lee

The slick designs feel very luxe and are perfect for gifting to someone for a special occasion. I love the brand’s commitment to become fully circular – even if it’s not yet possible, it’s great to see brands exploring what it will take to get there and trying their best.

You can get more styling tips and sustainable shopping advice from our founder over at robertastylelee.co.uk

love this ethical brand? show them you care and share their page!
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
LinkedIn
WhatsApp
Email

This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website.