25
Years of
industry experience
India — New Zealand

Fashion made right,
delivered here

We help fashion brands develop sustainable collections in India and connect them with opportunities across New Zealand — from first thread to retail shelf.

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The garment industry employs over 75 million people worldwide. Most are women. Most are underpaid. We believe the brands we help build should be part of changing that — not perpetuating it.

25+
Years in ethical sourcing
All-India
Nationwide sourcing network
5+
Recognised certifications
50+
Units minimum — no bloated MOQs
Indian textile weaving
Traditional textile craftsmanship, India
Sustainable fabric swatches
Certified organic fabrics
Garment craftsmanship
Artisan production
What we offer

Every stage of your collection, handled with intention

Six integrated services, designed to work together — or individually if you already have part of the chain covered.

Ethical garment production
01
Fabric Sourcing

Certified organic cotton, Tencel, linen, GRS-compliant recycled fibres, and sustainable blends from audited mills across India's major textile regions.

02
Sample Development

Technical packs, skilled artisan prototyping, and iterative fit sessions — until your design is ready for production without compromise.

03
Ethical Manufacturing

Partner factories audited and set up by our team to meet WRAP, SEDEX, GOTS, OEKO-TEX, and GRS standards — living wages, fair conditions, verified.

04
Logistics & Compliance

Freight, customs clearance, and NZ import documentation managed end-to-end. We know the paperwork so your goods arrive clean and on time.

05
Retail Distribution

Active connections with New Zealand boutiques, concept stores, and online platforms seeking ethically made, story-driven fashion labels.

06
Brand Consulting

Sustainability storytelling, certification strategy, and supply chain transparency — so your brand can communicate its values with confidence and proof.

How we work

From brief to boutique — a clear path forward

Every brand goes through the same rigorous, transparent process. No surprises, no shortcuts.

Step 01
Discovery

We learn your collection goals, volume, sustainability priorities, and budget — then map the right sourcing path.

Step 02
Fabric Selection

Swatches and certified mill profiles sent to you. You choose; we verify credentials and place orders with audited suppliers.

Step 03
Sampling

First samples produced and shipped. Feedback rounds refine fit, finish, and construction until it's right.

Step 04
Production

Timeline locked in, quality checks at start, mid-run, and completion. Full transparency at every stage.

Step 05
Delivery

Freight arranged, customs cleared, goods delivered to your NZ address or direct to retail partners.

Garment factory production Fabric rolls in factory Garment quality check
Indian garment workers cooperative
Our approach

"We don't just find factories. We build cooperatives that make sustainable livelihoods possible."

Source Éthique — 25 years in practice
What sets us apart

We specialise in making smaller factories cooperative — building the structures that enable fair pay, safe conditions, and long-term viability.

Anyone can find a factory with a certification on the wall. Our team goes further: we audit, set up, and often help restructure smaller producers to meet compliance — then maintain those relationships over time. This means the factories we recommend are ones we've personally built trust with, across all of India's major textile regions.

Factory auditing & setup

Our team audits factories in person and supports them in achieving compliance — not just finding ones that already have certificates.

Cooperative structures for producers

We help smaller manufacturers organise cooperatively — enabling stable income, shared resources, and sustainable growth for workers.

All-India sourcing reach

From Jaipur's block-print tradition to Tirupur's knitwear expertise — we source across India's diverse textile regions to match your collection's needs.

Ethical fashion, sustainable textiles
Sustainable fashion starts with who made it — and how.
Standards we uphold

Certified where it matters most

We only work with factories and mills that hold — or are actively working toward — recognised international certifications. Your sustainability claims are backed by verified proof, not promises.

WRAP

Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production — social compliance across 12 principles of ethical manufacturing.

SEDEX

Supplier Ethical Data Exchange — transparent labour, health, environment, and business ethics reporting.

OEKO-TEX

Standard 100 — every component tested for harmful substances. Safe for wearers, safe for makers.

GRS

Global Recycled Standard — third-party verified recycled content with full chain of custody tracking.

GOTS

Global Organic Textile Standard — the world's leading standard for organic fibre processing, farm to final product.

Fashion retail New Zealand Indian fabric market
Why Source Éthique

The sourcing partner NZ fashion brands have been waiting for

We build relationships, not just transactions

25 years of working directly with producers means our network is built on trust, not just contracts. That stability protects your supply chain.

Small factories, global standards

We specialise in smaller producers — giving them the structure to meet global standards while maintaining the craft and flexibility that large factories lose.

NZ market, deeply understood

We know what New Zealand retailers look for, what NZ consumers value, and how to position an ethical label for success in this market.

Accessible from 50 units

Indie brands doing their first run and established labels scaling production both get the same rigorous process. No minimum too small to matter.

Transparent pricing, no hidden margins

Clear sourcing fees, honest quotes, no surprise markups. You always know exactly what you're paying for and why.

End-to-end, genuinely

From sourcing through to retail placement — one partner, one relationship, full continuity across the entire supply chain.

Get in touch

Ready to build something that lasts?

Tell us about your brand and collection goals. We'll respond within two business days with a tailored approach.

Based in
Christchurch, New Zealand
Sourcing across
All major textile regions of India
Minimum order
From 50 units per style
Typical lead time
12 – 20 weeks from confirmed sample
Experience
25+ years in ethical fashion sourcing