Discover D-Compose, our sock collection made from 100% biodegradable material.
At DillySocks®, sustainability has always been an integral part of our concept. With every new collection, we work to make the fashion world a little more responsible – always colourful, but also conscious. In recent years, we've taken a big step further: developing our D-Compose socks, which are made from 100% fully biodegradable materials. After an intensive phase of research and development, we can now proudly say we've done it. Ready for some genuine behind-the-scenes info on our D-Compose collection?
Discover our D-Compose collection
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The origin: the idea of a circular economy
Ever since we were founded, our goal at DillySocks® has been not only to make fashion, but to make it more sustainable. Organic cotton and recycled materials have been integral parts of our products for years. But our ambition goes even further: we want to develop a sock that is produced to the highest sustainability standards – and is fully biodegradable at the same time.
The keywords: circular economy and Cradle to Cradle. The vision of a circular economy is about creating products that can be returned to the natural cycle after use without harming the planet. This conviction was the starting signal for our D-Compose project.
By the way, you'll find more background on the circular economy and Cradle to Cradle here.
The journey: from concept to reality
More than three years passed between the first idea and the market launch. Developing a sock that not only meets the strict Cradle to Cradle Certified® standards but can also be produced on an industrial scale was a major challenge for our manufacturer Socklab. Many months of hard work went into researching and developing materials that are biodegradable as well as durable and comfortable. One of the biggest hurdles was the transition from a small test collection to mass production.
D-Compose: LOVE IT, WEAR IT, COMPOST IT!
After years of intensive collaboration with our manufacturer, the time has finally come: we're welcoming our D-Compose collection – socks whose materials are 100% biodegradable. D-Compose socks are made from 98% organic cotton, 1% naNea by OceanSafe polyester and 1% Roica™ elastane. naNea and Roica™ are materials developed so that they can be returned to the natural cycle after wear.
D-Compose socks aren't just eco-friendly – they're made for everyday life too: they're machine washable at 30°C and offer the same comfort and durability as our other socks. But the best part? Under good composting conditions, the materials break down within six weeks – without leaving microplastics or harmful residues behind. Sock science at its finest!
Cradle to Cradle Certified® Gold – the certificate behind D-Compose
D-Compose socks rely on state-of-the-art material technology. We place particular emphasis on the quality and sustainability of the fibres we use:
- naNea by OceanSafe: this synthetic fibre is a true revolution in textiles. It's not only biodegradable and compostable but also completely free from harmful substances. The material meets the Cradle to Cradle Certified™ Gold standard, which means it's not only produced in an environmentally friendly way but can also be returned to the biological cycle after use.
- Roica™ elastane: this stretch fibre is produced to the Global Recycled Standard (GRS) and stands out because it breaks down without harmful substances at the end of its life cycle.
Our socks are made in a Cradle to Cradle Certified® production facility that meets particularly high social and environmental standards. You'll find more information about the certificate here.
To the D-Compose collection – Wear it, love it, compost it
D-Compose – also available at Coop City
The D-Compose sock is now available in 30 Coop City stores across Switzerland. If you'd like to get a first impression in person, we warmly recommend visiting one of the stores listed here:
Want to see for yourself? Discover D-Compose now!
