SUSTAINABILITY

✅ Sustainability

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Recycled Materials

This garment uses recycled fibres to reduce landfill waste and lower carbon emissions.

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Organic Cotton

Grown without synthetic chemicals. Better for soil, skin, and farmers.

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Limited Production

Made in controlled quantities to reduce overproduction and waste.

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Built to Last

High-quality construction designed for years of wear.

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Low Water Impact

Reduced water usage during farming and processing stages.

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Reduced Chemical Use

Lower impact dyes and safer textile treatments.

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Ethical Manufacturing

Produced by experienced partners who prioritise safety, fair pay, and ethical working conditions.

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Plastic-Free Packaging

Shipped in recycled, recyclable, or compostable packaging.

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Archive Rescued Fabric

Deadstock or surplus fabric given a second life.

✅ “Our Controlled Production Process” Timeline

ARCHIVE → MEMORY

Every piece begins as a concept archived from personal memory — inspired by real experiences, not trends.

MATERIAL SELECTION

We choose fabrics that protect skin, soil, water, and workers.

CONTROLLED GARMENT MANUFACTURING

Produced in limited quantities with ethical partners. No mass production. No shortcuts.

GRAPHIC & DETAIL DEVELOPMENT

We refine every placement, colour, stitch, and finish until it feels like part of the story.

SAMPLE TESTING

If it doesn’t meet our standard, it doesn’t get released. We don’t force drops.

NUMBERED RELEASE

Once approved, each garment is released in small, controlled batches to prevent waste.

PACKAGING

Shipped plastic-free with recycled or biodegradable materials.

AFTER-LIFE SUPPORT

Repairs, resizing recommendations, and care guides extend garment lifespan.

ARCHIVED

When it sells out, it’s retired — never mass-restocked. Forever part of the 163 Archives.

✅ Garment Care Guide

WASHING

Cold wash only (30°C)
Gentle cycle
Wash inside out to protect graphics
Use mild, natural detergent
Avoid softeners (reduce absorbency & break down fibres)

DRYING

Air dry
Never tumble dry (shrinks & fades)
Avoid direct sunlight to preserve colour

IRONING

Inside-out, low heat
Avoid printing areas

STORAGE

Fold heavyweight garments to prevent stretching
Store in cool, dry areas

✅ “The 163 Foundation”

THE 163 FOUNDATION — Impact shouldn’t be outsourced. Instead of donating blindly to external organisations, we’re building our own system that places transparency and measurable results first.

Support communities impacted by pollution & textile waste
Contribute to mental health and creative youth programs
Fund local sustainability efforts
Run annual “missions” to actively help, not just write cheques

Every mission will be documented so you can see exactly where your support goes.
This is how archives become action.

Launching 2026.

✅ Things We Are Still Improving

We don’t hide weaknesses. Real sustainability is honest:

International shipping emissions Limited local manufacturing options Experimental dyeing research Deadstock accessibility challenges Print method waste

We’re actively exploring smarter solutions, and we’ll update this page with new progress. Sustainability is a journey — not a badge.