CarlijnQ stays true to what a child really needs: soft materials and comfortable fits. Playful designs and unisex styles is what we are all about! CarlijnQ contributes in keeping the earth clean and safe for our children and future generations. Therefore, they provide products from organic and recycled materials, which are certified by the Global Organization Textile Standards (GOTS). It guaranties that products are produced in an environment friendly, sustainable, healthy way and without the use of any hazardous chemicals. fair trade The factories in Turkey and Portugal where most of CarlijnQ garments are made had the following benefits: • Only works with certified organic cotton; • All fabric is dyed using Global Organic Textiles Standard (GOTS) approved dyes which are free of hazardous elements such as nickel, lead, formaldehyde, amines, pesticides and heavy metals; • Employees receive a living wage, and the factory pays for their social security and pension funds; • Employees receive paid holiday leave, sick pay, medical insurance and overtime pay; • Employees work in a well lit, well ventilated and spacious working environment; • Benefit from work place unions.