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.

Made from 100% fair trade organic cotton, these breathable shorts are particularly comfortable to wear and are completely vegan. BANGOURA is part of our collection. Because we want to avoid overproduction, we initially produced this item in limited quantities. So get your new favorite shorts now! If you like this style, then it's for you. We believe that everyone can wear our pants & shorts, regardless of gender stereotypes.

100% organic cotton

Processing: Woven fabric

Additional materials: elastic band, cotton cord

Vegan

Free from harmful substances according to the GOTS standard

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.

Through the Fairtrade Cotton Standard, we ensure that social criteria are adhered to when extracting raw materials. We place particular emphasis on fair pay for cotton farmers. With every MELA item you buy, you support Indian cotton cooperatives with a Fairtrade premium. MELA is also part of the new Fairtrade Textile Standard and is committed to living wages along the entire supply chain.

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) ensures that only ecologically optimized substances are used along the entire supply chain - from cotton cultivation to dyeing the fabrics - and that social standards are met. This is monitored by independent certification bodies.

In addition, this fashion item is certified according to the state textile seal Green Button, which checks social and environmental criteria at both product and company level.

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.