Standard Issue

Founded in New Zealand in the 1980s our passion for producing the very best, timeless and enduring knitwear remains unchanged today. 100% of our collection is crafted with care in our Auckland workroom where sustainable design is at the heart of everything we do. From functional seamless knits to our distinctive textured structures, each part of th... e Standard Issue brand DNA continues to inspire new designs and shape their stories. In the design and production of each garment we consider environmental impact, aesthetic, functionality and longevity as equally imperative. We are a family who deeply cares about what we produce and how we produce it. We believe it is our responsibility to leave the land better for future generations. With all our garments made in-house, we are proud to have full control over every aspect of production and use sustainable, innovative practices to achieve a zero-waste chain for the complete lifecycle of each garment. The four key steps we take toward achieving a zero-waste lifecycle are: We make sure to select only 100% renewable or recycled natural fibres that have a low environmental impact. Before selecting to work with any fibre, meticulous in-house testing is completed to ensure it meets our quality standards. Our considered selection of the finest natural fibres coupled with our careful attention to detail, makes for long lasting knits that will only improve with wear. Utilising knitting technology to create seamless garments free of waste, is at the forefront of Standard Issue design. Repurposing offcuts allows us to maintain a zero-waste outcome, when technology does not allow for it. To ensure our offcuts continue their life cycle, we work alongside a New Zealand based textile recycling company who repurpose raw, waste materials into household and commercial textile products. The 100% natural nature of Standard Issue garments makes this the perfect fit. All Standard Issue garments are made in-house in limited production runs. For each collection we simply make to the orders ...Read More