The casual shorts with an elastic waistband are made from a sturdy cotton ripstop and create a summery mood. With its comfortable fit and casual design, it is the perfect essential for the warm season. Our cotton ripstop is characterized by its special weave. The so-called "mathematical box structure" makes the fabric particularly robust and tear-resistant and is a sustainable alternative to conventional nylon ripstop.

We recommend washing these shorts on a gentle cycle at 30° to prevent shrinkage and to maintain their beautiful appearance. Cleaning and air drying your clothes at lower temperatures will save energy and money and help you minimize your carbon footprint.

MELA clothing is triple certified according to Fairtrade Cotton, the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) and the Green Button. In our opinion, the social and ecological aspects of these standards complement each other perfectly, so that we can speak with a clear conscience of holistically sustainable textiles. At all of our production sites, the focus is on transparent, friendly and equal cooperation. Together, we have always developed further and continuously optimized the quality of the products. Our manufacturers have already received numerous awards for their social commitment.

Do you have any further questions? You can find more information on our sustainability page , in our podcast and in our FAQs .

The shorts were made by our producers in Kolkata, India.

We have been working closely with this company since the launch of our first backpack. Together we have continued to develop and continuously optimise the quality of the products. Our manufacturers have already received numerous awards for their social commitment. The topic of "female empowerment" is strongly promoted in the two factories and there are numerous training programs. The employees also benefit from annual medical offers, which are also extended to the communities adjacent to the production site.

We pay attention to fair working conditions and a healthy working environment, and not just in the sewing department. From the cotton to the finished product, we can trace all ingredients and guarantee compliance with ecological standards along the entire supply chain.

All our production steps take place in the countries where the raw materials come from. This helps to maximize local added value and shorten transport routes.