Essential Tees You Can Dig

From the earth + back again, these 100% GOTS certified tees are so sustainable you could eat them (but please don't because that would be weird).

At Kindhumans, we put the earth and future generations first. Which is why we search for the most sustainable, earth and people-friendly options out there – including our tees.

Mainstream textile production results in dying processes that leave behind a dangerous cocktail of carcinogens, dyes, salts and heavy metals, and petroleum-based polyester production (gross, we know). We couldn’t have that and don’t want to contribute to the problem.

So when we made our own, we chose GOTS certified organic cotton. From seed to shoulder, Kindhumans Essential Tees are an essential staple—for you and the planet. Each shirt is 100% GOTS certified—the cleanest, most sustainable way to manufacture textiles. Every tee in our Essentials Line is compostable and biodegradable. No chemicals, plastics, formaldehyde, carcinogens, or endocrine disruptors.

And in a world of fast fashion, it’s time we slow down and think circular and over the long term. Our Essentials Tees, made to be a lifetime closet staple, allow you to do more with less. This is more than your favorite new tee, it’s a new way to spread the love. We promise, you’ll be wearing and talking about these everywhere you go. Circular fashion for the conscious you. Can you dig it?

Our GOTS Certified Essentials Line

We’re excited and very proud to offer one of the first U.S. based GOTS certified 100% organic cotton tee. It’s a wardrobe staple that you’ll feel good wearing—on the inside and out.

Rebels of Kindness

Essential Men's Tee (GOTS Certified), Charcoal Grey

$36.00

 
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Essential Men's Tee (GOTS Certified), Off-White

$36.00

 
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Rebels of Kindness

Essential Men's Tee (GOTS Certified), Black

$36.00

 
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Rebels of Kindness

Essential Women's Boxy Tee (GOTS Certified), Off-White

$36.00

 
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Rebels of Kindness

Essential Women's Boxy Tee (GOTS Certified), Tie-Dye Blue

$36.00

 
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Rebels of Kindness

Essential Women's Crop Tee (GOTS Certified), Off-White

$36.00

 
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Rebels of Kindness

Essential Women's Crop Tee (GOTS Certified), Tie-Dye Pink

$36.00

 
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Why GOTS?

The new standard vs. traditional standards

Just like you, we’re doing our best to promote and wear sustainable fabrics. But not all are created equal. Here’s a snapshot of available options and where they stand in sustainability.

What’s In Your Tee?

COTTON POLY BLENDS
POLYESTER
RECYCLED POLYESTER
COTTON
RECYCLED COTTON
ORGANIC HEMP
ORGANIC BAMBOO
ORGANIC COTTON

The future Standard

GOTS CERTIFIED ORGANIC COTTON
Plastics Free
Pesticide Free
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Chemical Free
Viscose process can have chemical bioproduct
Low Water Use
Recyclable
Not infinitely recycled
Compostable
When manufactured sans synthetics
Ethical Practices
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Production is often tied to child slavery + labor issues
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Certified Standards
Helps Reduce Landfill Waste When Composted

Can be recycled w/up to 4% synthetics

Viscose and other bamboos may contain chemical byproduct

Uses 62% Less Energy + 88% Less Water Used

Uses 62% Less Energy + 88% Less Water Used

The GOTS Process

The Global Organic Textile Standard is the gold standard in textile and certifies that textiles—from yarn to furniture fabric—are being produced with fair + safe labour practices and strict ecological requirements with the least possible environmental impact. From cotton sources to material manufacturing to inks + dyes, GOTS certified clothing contributes to a circular lifestyle. The end to end process includes:

Organically grown fibers shown in hands

Fiber Sources

GOTS certification requires that at least 70% of fibers are made with organically grown fibers such as organic and wool. While an important step, the use of organic fibers is not enough.

Organic spools of cotton without chemicals or toxins

Chemicals + Toxins

GOTS prohibits the use of chemicals and other toxins that have been known to cause cancer, birth defects and other serious illnesses. Only low impact chemicals are emitted to protect consumers health. Maybe add here the ingredients used in these tees including inks?

a man working a machine to make organic cotton t-shirts

Environmental + Social Standards

Stringent restrictions are in place on wastewater treatment and require target goals and procedures to reduce water and energy consumption. Strict social criteria based on the International Labor Organization must be met. This includes safe working conditions, discrimination and no child labor.

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