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Coming across an old knitting machine and a rundown fire station in Herning, Jørgen Mørup began to manufacture fabrics.
Looking in the rearview mirror, there is no coincidence that the company was born out of the 1969 spirit. From the very beginning, the family business was characterized by a different way of thinking. A different way to relate to the industry, to the farmers, the producers, and the consumers.
Mads Mørup together with a dedicated group of friends and family wanted to challenge one of the dirtiest industries in the world.
With KnowledgeCotton Apparel a unique company spirit was formed. A set of values based on respect and a relentless desire to always move on, gain knowledge, develop new ideas and take our concepts further. It is in our brand DNA to lead the way. But also to help push the industry forward and to stand up for the belief that we can make a difference together.
KnowledgeCotton Apparel is sold in over 600 stores across 20 countries and the company is praised for its sustainability efforts.
The world has changed. More and more people are turning their backs on mass-produced, low-quality, low-priced goods. Consumer behavior is changing and values, such as sustainability and responsibility, are becoming requirements. The very same things we have been talking about for 50 years are suddenly on everyone’s lips. As a clothing company, we cannot change the world alone. But we are determined to be a game changer in our own business.
Tomorrow’s consumers not only demand quick access to new designs, they want to know that production doesn’t occur at the expense of ecological and social balance.
We are perfectly clear about where we stand in this as a company and greatly welcome this modern and aware consumer behavior. Here at KnowledgeCotton Apparel we design and develop for tomorrow – for a new world where the conditions, opportunities and requirements have changed. This means that we choose our collaborations carefully and place high demands on our partners in terms of fair working conditions, organically approved fabrics, use of chemicals, and traceable recycling processes.
We are aware that only the brands that can satisfactorily meet the new expectations will be relevant tomorrow. And we are determined to be one of the game changers. Innovation, responsibility and transparency are our keys to success – a sustainable future for both our company and the world we live in.
Mads Mørup
CEO and founder
We see a huge interest in sustainable solutions. Today’s consumers expect brands to take responsibility and require progress.
At KnowledgeCotton Apparel we acknowledge the contemporary challenges and we provide some of the solutions.
Our business model is on the way to becoming circular.
Our goal for 2025 is to save the environment from 1.300.000 liters of chemicals, pesticides and fertilizers by producing garments from organic cotton and sustainable materials.
Our goal for 2025 is to have recycled more than 5.500.000 plastic bottles.
Our goal for 2025 is to save 4.300.000 liters of water by producing garments from organic cotton and sustainable materials.
Our goal for 2025 is to save the environment from 2.200.000 kg CO2 emissons by producing garments from organic cotton and sustainable materials.
First original sketches of the Knowledge logo
Through a combination of internal reductions and carbon finance projects around the world we have reduced our emissions to net zero in accordance with The CarbonNeutral Protocol. As a result, we have achieved CarbonNeutral® status.
The CarbonNeutral® certification applies to three key areas in the company’s operations:
The company – for example usage of heat, water, electricity as well as employees traveling and daily actions.
Delivery – all shipping of goods from suppliers to the company and from the company to customers.
Packaging – looking at the used packing materials and the recycled content and the distance it travels.
Climate crisis is global and therefore we must also act globally. Our objective for 2025 is to become 100% carbon neutral throughout our entire supply and distribution chain. We are investing in carbon neutral factories around the world and are also supporting our existing manufacturing partners in becoming carbon neutral.
We are a global company that acts globally. Sustainability, after all, is a global approach. That is why we work with partners around the world with whom we have long-term relationships. Partners who have the same sustainable mindset and values as we do and who are willing to go the extra mile for a better world.
It is important to us that we build long-term relationships with all our suppliers. We regard them as partners and it is very much the people behind our supply chain that makes the difference. We believe that by building a trustworthy relationship, we can go further together.
Working with certifications has always been a big part of our traceability and integrity strategy. To us, it is a matter of credibility. Having the right certificates shows that we are a company that is serious about sustainability and determined to make a difference.
Our certifications give the consumer reassurance that the product they buy in fact has been certified and inspected by a third party. This gives a guarantee for the raw fiber input, the production process, the chemicals used and the people involved is all done in the best possible way and that they meet the world leading standards for integrity and transparency.
Motivated by our 1969 heritage, we make clothes that take a stand. Here at KnowledgeCotton Apparel our mission is to provide the conscious consumer with sustainable fashion choices, without having to make any compromises when it comes to style, comfort or quality. From the very beginning, sustainability has been at the core of our business. Designing for tomorrow, we make timeless, long-lasting products and promote clothing that is as clean and as natural as possible. All our garments are produced by certified manufacturing partners using sustainable methods and materials. It’s fundamental.
True to our spirit of tomorrow.
Spirit of tomorrow
KnowledgeCotton Apparel denim should appeal to everyone who cares about what they wear. And it really makes a huge difference to the farmers and their families growing organic cotton. To the workers in the textile industry. To our planet. And not least, to the denim wearers own skin.
Our Honest denim line is based on a clean, casual and fashionable premium quality in which the wearer will put their own personal touch on. All denim contains premium selvage from organic cotton with a built-in stretch function that gives the garment an extremely smooth and comfortable fit.
So, what makes KnowledgeCotton Apparel denim unique? Throughout the entire production and supply chain we have managed to produce a clean and honest product. The material used is 100% GOTS certified organic cotton, which means that the cotton has been grown on fields without the use of chemical fertilisers, pesticides and defoliants. All manufacturing is GOTS certified, ensuring good working conditions and minimum environmental impact. The hitech vacuum manufacturing process has reduced water consumption to a minimum. Clean organic dye techniques are used and no chemicals are present in any of the washes, whereas the built-in lycra stretch effect comes from recycled materials.
KnowledgeCotton Apparel denim is made for life.
Honest denim
Experience the next generation of sustainable outdoor clothing. A clean outdoor range based on sustainable materials, certified production methods and fair working conditions.
A large share of the KnowledgeCotton Apparel fans are found in the outdoor culture. Active people who place high demands on product function as well as on environmental considerations and fair production conditions. With the Knowledge outdoor range, everyone can experience clean, functional clothing offering optimal comfort and protection from the elements during activity, without any compromise on true to nature values.
‘Bringing you closer to nature’ is the framework summarizing our sustainable outdoor concept. We want to encourage a comfortable, fun and sustainable experience that will inspire people to spend more time outdoors, regardless of season, weather and location. A fair opportunity to explore and discover our beautiful planet with a clean conscience.
Experience the next generation of clean outdoor clothing – bringing you closer to nature.
Bringing you closer
to nature
Our groundbreaking organic and recyclable shop-in-shop concept is currently being introduced across Europe and will later be expanded to other continents. The shop fittings are made of organic and recycled materials, featuring a minimalist design that reflect the brand’s sustainability profile. It includes elements such as recycled steel, ecological wall paint, FSC-certified wooden hangers, and LED lighting for minimal energy consumption. Signs and displays are made of recyclable glass, and the carpets are made from old fishing nets. All inventory is produced in Denmark, which minimizes transport.
All materials used are CSR approved and we have ensured that the materials and production sites meet the requirements of the certifications that KnowledgeCotton Apparel complies with.
A key feature is that all inventory can be returned and recycled once it is discarded.
Showroom Copenhagen
We put a lot of effort into making sure you get the best possible opportunities to create a good business. We work closely with our partners, all the way from sales launch to marketing, in store exposure and sales optimization. Our company has expertise in every region that focuses solely on optimizing your sales. We offer first-class digital support in our B2B portal and daily monitoring and reporting of your sales via Gofact.
Through extensive marketing and branding support in our own channels as well as in purchased media, we stimulate demand and awareness among selected target groups. We work consistently with our website and blog, newsletters, social media as well as through editorials, print ads and digital advertising such as Google ads.
High-profile point of sales material for various settings helps you to highlight the brand in store.
We create profiled events with a KnowledgeCotton Apparel crew on site to inspire and educate customers about our products and our brand values.
Photo from event at Grandpa store in Gothenburg, Sweden.
In our pressroom you will find promotion material such as photos, workbooks, newsletters and pressreleases that you are free to use in your own marketing efforts.
Pack Shots are available through our B2B portal, where you can also order POS materials needed.
For every collection you will receive a comprehensive workbook detailing the entire product range and the design concepts that form the basis for each product segment.
With our B2B / SPY system you can easily order new products or supplement, see what’s in stock for immediate delivery and put in orders for future collections. You will immediately see the order confirmation / status and get an overview of the invoice, balance, and balance due and link to Track&Trace on sent orders.
We help you sell more and with higher margin. Applying our GoFact software we can analyze which actions to take in order to maximize sales and profit. You don’t have to guess, we provide you with an action plan based on facts.
Our experts are here to help you optimize your sales using up-to-date statistics and extensive knowledge of the different markets. Our Sales Optimizers keep track of the inventory status, sales and product flow and support the customer with tangible statistics and solutions based on the statistics.
It is our strategy to involve and engage our friends and fans in our Knowledge cause. We believe it is good for our brand and our business. But above all, we believe it is vital for our planet. We do not need to take political positions, our driving force is greater than that. Our motivation as a brand extends across all social and cultural boundaries and political divisions.
The way we communicate as a brand is basically divided into three story layers…
– Global movement
– Make a difference
– Take action
This communication layer springs from our core story – sustainability. It tells about our constant search for knowledge and how it drives sustainable innovation at our company.
Motto: Gain Knowledge
Here we highlight people, friends and partners who share our vision and live in accordance with the values we believe in. Authentic people around the world who do the things they believe in to make a difference – to make the world a better place.
Motto: Live Knowledge
This is where we highlight our products, our sustainable clothing, to inspire people to make the sustainable choice. As a modern, conscious person you can take action and show the world what you stand for by your choice of clothing.
Motto: Express Knowledge
Our communication follows a consistent line where all parts support each other. Based on our core values, we create a visual idea, add a creative concept and present a product that embodies the message. The concept is consistent across all channels, from newsletters, website and social media to advertising, advertorials and in-store exposure. Each campaign is monitored and the outcome is used as input in the planning of future efforts.
People who are fans of KnowledgeCotton Apparel are often found among urban, conscious groups of people. People that are committed to a healthy, active lifestyle and a more sustainable way of living – by consuming responsibly, eating responsibly, traveling responsibly, and caring about human and animal rights. We find that the brand has a strong position among environmentalists, nature lovers and outdoor adventurers.
People who represent this attitude, we call tribe leaders. These are the people that help us make way for our brand and our vision, and therefore the ones we like to address in our content marketing efforts.
In our visual concepts, we expose the products in action in real environments. We work with different levels of detail to match the story layer that the visual material should support. This profiling way of exposing products adds an attitude that is very well received by our fans and target groups.
Designed for a true to nature lifestyle
Knowledge Save Water garments are designed and developed for demanding adventures in harmony with the elements. Waterproof, windproof and highly breathable, the Save Water technology offers pure protection in a variety of outdoor activities. Experience state-of-the-art sustainable innovation – bringing you closer to nature.
All our garments are produced by certified manufacturing partners using sustainable methods and sustainable materials.
Example Concept
Example Concept
Our ambition is to inspire change, a task that we do very successfully with our way of working in digital media.
We conduct our digital marketing routine in a very controlled manner and every effort is carefully monitored and analyzed. The statistics are utilized continuously to tweak the messages and identify target groups in order to maximize the outcome.
With our newsletters we put out a story based on one of our story layers, backed by a visual concept. The newsletter is set up as a teaser that will attract visitors to the website blog.
We measure the open rate and the engagement rate and adjust future mailings based on the statistics.
On the start page, we highlight the story in a profiling way. This means the visitor is not confronted with products but with value-added content.
We monitor the visitor engagement and modify the site based on the statistics.
Stories are customized for social media and set up for different target group profiles. Engagement rate is carefully monitored, and content and target groups are adjusted based on the statistics. In social media we work very successfully with our different story layers, where we highlight products, convey knowledge and show collaborations with friends, ambassadors and co-labs.
People who look for sustainable fashion online and interact with our brand in various channels are followed up through our retargeting networks. Here we have a branding approach entirely.
Through close collaborations with friends, brand ambassadors, adventurers and photographers, our concepts are relayed in their own channels. This way our knowledge, attitude, and product concepts are conveyed to a constantly growing crowd of fans.
’Together’ is a keyword in our partnerships. We look for partners who share our mission and our values. This is very important to us. We work closely and purposefully with our partners to create a successful business based on sustainability and trust.
We take responsibility and and we see our joint efforts as a way to make a difference – both for our companies and for people and the environment.