SUSTAINABILITY STATEMENT 2025
What We Do Now
At Cecilia Sörensen, sustainability is embedded in every step of our process—from design to delivery. We proudly produce all our fabric and jersey garments locally on the island of Mallorca, Spain. Our production partner is a small, women-owned workshop located just 20 minutes from our studio, allowing us to personally oversee the entire process and ensure ethical, respectful practices for both people and the environment.
We produce in small batches throughout the year. This not only avoids overproduction and unnecessary stock but also ensures a humane, balanced workflow for our artisans—free of stress and time pressure.
Our local, transparent production guarantees:
No wage slavery
No harmful chemicals
No unsafe working conditions
A large portion of our collection is made from monofibre fabrics—primarily 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton—making the garments easier to recycle. In fact, 99% of the Spring/Summer 2025 collection is made from GOTS-certified, organic materials. Most of our fabrics are sourced from a family-owned mill in Barcelona, renowned for its high-quality men’s shirting textiles and long standing expertise.
Circular Economy: The LOOP Project
We are proudly part of the LOOP Project, a Mallorca-based initiative led by @idi_balears that transforms discarded materials into high-quality new products. Through LOOP, design and research drive the circular economy, turning waste into valuable resources.
As part of this effort, we’ve created the Stellar Collection—a timeless capsule made entirely from recycled hotel sheets collected on the island. All garments are produced locally. The first Stellar pieces launched for Spring/Summer 2024: a sleeveless shirt, a blouse, and a shirtdress—all crafted from immaculate white, densely woven 100% cotton sheeting. This crisp, luxurious fabric is rarely seen in fashion today.
Knitwear with Purpose
Because there is no knitwear production in Mallorca, our knitwear is crafted in a women-owned artisan workshop in Barcelona. The yarn is 100% pure, undyed wool sourced from a traditional family business in Spain. Naturally sun-dried and chemical-free, this yarn has a chunky, rustic texture that softens beautifully with wear, making each garment a long-lasting companion.
For winter padding, we use wool from Llanatura Mallorca, an inspiring association that works with local wool while providing meaningful employment for women with mental health challenges. Llanatura collaborates with the Es Garrover Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to social and labor integration on the island since 1997.
Honouring Heritage Through Embroidery
We are proud to introduce a new line of embroidered garments, created in collaboration with the highly skilled hand embroiderers of Mallorca. These artisans preserve the tradition of Brodats Mallorquins—a once-flourishing embroidery art now at risk of disappearing as its practitioners age and few successors emerge.
By integrating these intricate embroidered elements into our designs, we celebrate and help sustain this valuable cultural legacy. Each piece is part of the LOOP DISSENY PROJECT, promoting circularity and craftsmanship in Mallorca. These handcrafted details will be featured in every future collection—an ongoing tribute to timeless artistry and heritage.
Timeless by Design
Our garments are created with longevity in mind—both in construction and aesthetic. The collection evolves as a continuous wardrobe of casual sophistication, with most models carried over season to season. We prioritize durability, comfort, and a distinctly romantic northern style—lightened by Mediterranean ease.
We incorporate feedback to refine fit and sizing, ensuring a better experience for every wearer.
Yoga Collection
Our yoga garments are made from soft cotton jersey: 95% GOTS-certified organic cotton and 5% elastane. While elastane is not ideal from a sustainability perspective, it’s necessary for performance and longevity in activewear—helping avoid sagging and extending garment lifespan.
We chose organic cotton over polyester (even recycled) because polyester is plastic-based, sheds microplastics, and takes centuries to degrade. Our focus remains on reducing long-term environmental impact.
Zero-Waste Principles
Some of our pieces follow zero-waste production methods. All knitwear is produced one by one, with no yarn wasted. The ALBER and V dresses, made from organic cotton muslin, use square-pattern cutting to eliminate fabric waste entirely.
Care & Education
We believe that garment care is part of sustainability. That’s why we share sustainable washing and care tips through our quarterly newsletter, helping our community extend the life of their pieces.
Our Roots and Our Future
We began with upcycled materials—transforming men’s shirts and antique linens into new designs. While we’ve expanded to include new organic fabrics, we continue to offer special one-of-a-kind pieces made to order. Many are crafted from a loved one’s garment, adding layers of memory and personal significance.
What We Will Never Do
We will never produce outside the European Union. We believe in local, traceable production and cannot ensure fair labor standards or low-impact transportation outside this region.
We will never use polyester or other plastic-based materials unless absolutely necessary.
What We Will Do in the Future
As our brand grows, so does our commitment:
We’ll expand our size range to be more inclusive
We’ll work to track the carbon footprint of each garment
We aim to trace fibres all the way to Tier 4 (field-level origin)
In 2025, our studio will move into a sustainable wooden house in the Tramuntana mountains—powered entirely by renewable energy and designed with a minimal carbon footprint.
Our Core Values
Contemporary timeless design - Natural organic materials - Local production
Slow fashion in small quantities, no unnecessary stocks, no wage slavery, no harmful chemicals, no cheap mass-produced use and throw garments. We believe in beautiful, high quality materials and a timeless, casual sophistication, all produced with lots of love!