A closeness to nature, high design standards and the best materials

For bag manufacturer Sylvia Leukauf - Rossi, fair and ecological production conditions as well as sustainability in the development and handcrafted production of small series are of great importance. The conviction to work and live sustainably is reflected in several aspects of her work:

In dealing with business partners

The company relies on long-standing partnerships - with its customers as well as suppliers and producers.

In fairness to the environment

The bags are made from innovative and environmentally friendly materials such as upcycled fabrics and natural materials. This, the additional cutting optimization in the workshops and, above all, the short transport routes without air and sea traffic guarantee a low CO2 footprint.

In the ethically acceptable production conditions

The bag manufacturer has its models produced exclusively in certified sewing factories and production facilities. Certificates such as the Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI for short) guarantee certain standards - in this case the protection of workers' rights

In times of a Throwaway mentality the bag manufacturer with her Added value - awareness clearly prevailed. When developing her own collections, the question was: "How can the most diverse approaches to people's connection to nature be interpreted?" - was a kind of motivation and leitmotif.

Business partner

The company works closely with its partners. Thanks to long-standing relationships, this facilitates the product development process for both collections or custom-made bags and other textile products, allowing models to be created flexibly and promptly until they are ready for production. The company also relies on cooperation with small workshops in the EU. Collections are produced here in small quantities and by hand. On customer request, it is also possible to order larger quantities at attractive conditions.

The bag manufacturer attaches great importance to crafts such as leather gallantry. In the 21st century, more and more trades such as carpentry and porcelain painting are threatened with extinction. The company is trying to support and revive such apprenticeships as part of its sustainability strategy.

Environment

In the development and subsequent production, the bag manufacturer relies on economically and ecologically sensible materials, depending on the customer's wishes. These and the timeless and simple design of the models make them perfect companions with function and style. Nowadays, bags with an elaborate design - often IT Bags which are no longer considered suitable after one season. Thanks to Sylvia Leukauf - Rossi's many years of experience, bags can be produced that are perceived as suitable accessories for any occasion - for several years.

Thanks to several certificates, such as the RhoS certificate, the production facilities promise that no environmentally harmful substances are used in the production of the bags. The additional BSCI certificate is linked to a code of conduct that protects the rights of workers. The key elements here include no precarious employment, working hours, remuneration, no child labor and many more. Cutting optimization in the production facilities results in hardly any waste products. In the EU, raw materials are sourced from Germany, Italy and Great Britain, but mainly from Austria, which guarantees a low CO2 footprint. All these aspects and the high quality of the materials and craftsmanship used make the bags unique pieces that will accompany their owners for several years and are not just seen as short-lived consumer goods.

Production conditions

The bags are produced either in small workshops in the EU or in larger production facilities outside Europe.
Collections are lovingly handcrafted in small quantities in the workshops. In addition, all materials are produced in Europe; the loden supplier is based in Schladming, Austria, among other places. However, the company's sustainability is not only visible in the use of innovative materials and environmentally friendly production, but also in the selection of business partners. For example, the bag manufacturer's finishing technician was recently awarded the TRIGOS prize, an award for companies that treat the environment responsibly.

In addition to the small workshops, the company also has its bags manufactured in large quantities in overseas production facilities on request. These have been awarded the REACH certificate, which guarantees a restriction in the use of chemicals, as well as the BSCI certificate to support social working conditions. If desired, collections can be produced in large quantities at these sites.

All of these considerations, production methods and certificates ultimately flow into the sustainability of the company. The customer can be offered a collection in small or large quantities as required, which has a resource-saving effect as any storage costs can be kept low. The bag manufacturer guarantees models with a suitable price-performance ratio in every production method. Due to the small size of the company, flexible and prompt action can be assured, whereby the final products are perfectly tailored to the wishes of the partner.

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