Amee Black Short Cape
The stylish 100% RPET Gabardine cape is sure to keep you safe from the elements of nature, whilst looking extra classy and sophisticated. With a fitted peplum body and a light flowy cape, Amee Cape is set to be a staple in your collection.
Composition: Outer Layer: 100% RPET Polyester; Lining: 100% RPET Satin
Our RPET polyester is from postconsumer plastic bottles, processed through a mechanical, not chemical, process and spun into yarn in Italy - all traceable. The material is super soft, 100% recycled, anti-UV, fast drying, antibacterial and hypoallergenic, certified by GRS (Global Recycle Standards by Textile Exchange) and Oeko Tex. RPET requires significantly less energy, releases 65% less carbon dioxide and requires 90% less water than normal polyester. All PET used is rescued from the waters of the world and are Global Recycle Standard Certified. Read more about our RPET here.
Care guide: hand wash only, iron on low, do not bleach, do not tumble dry. Or specialist dry clean.
100% Recycled
Hypoallergenic
Antibacterial
No harmful chemicals
Responsibly sourced
Ethically produced
100% Made in London, in the ADKN studio
Stage |
Details |
Cost |
Design, Patterns and Prototypes |
Research; Designing concept; Sourcing of materials; Approval of suppliers; Pattern drafting; First prototypes; Fittings and amendments |
8 |
Materials & Accessories; Shipping and Customs |
100% recycled PET Gabardine; 100% recycled PET satin lining; Eco-friendly interlining; Recycled PET thread; Corozo buttons; Carbon-efficient shipping of materials; Custom duties; Forwarder and carbon-neutral logistics fees |
20 |
Sampling; Amendments; In-house Production |
First samples with final material; Fitting and amendments; Final fitting; Production of garment in own studio in London; Quality check; High ethical and safety standards; Top-notch energy efficient machines and technology; Fair wages |
40 |
Packaging and Shipping |
100% recycled boxes with 100% recycled PET ribbon; 100% recycled PET shipping bags; Carbon-neutral transport. All packaging is 100% recyclable |
5 |
Total Transparent Production Cost: £73
From the profit, ADKN pays employees, business rates, utilities, miscellaneous expenses and rent and invests in marketing and development of the brand