Responsibility instead of Promises
We love the ocean. That’s where we spend our time, find inspiration, and test our products. That’s why, with JOSEA Surfwear, we want to take responsibility - not with empty promises, but with conscious decisions.
We know that manufacturing clothing always consumes resources.
Therefore our goal is not to be perfect, but to develop our products as responsibly as possible and to be transparent about our decisions.
Each collection is created with the aim of developing high-quality surf and swimwear that will last you for many years.
Recycled
Materials
For most of our bikinis and swimsuits, we use a fabric made from 78% recycled polyamide and 22% spandex.
The polyamide is sourced from existing materials, such as old fishing nets and carpets and is processed into a new, high-quality yarn.
The material stands out not only because it is recycled, but also for its characteristics:
- exceptionally durable
- retains its shape
- elastic
- comfortably soft
- chlorine-resistant
- UPF 50+ sun protection
We design our products to last for many years of use - whether surfing, swimming, or at the beach.
Production in Europe
Our entire supply chain is located within Europe.
Through close collaboration with our European partners, we are able to continuously improve our products and keep transportation distances within our supply chain as short as possible.
Quality Comes Before Fast Fashion
Fair and Ethical Production
It all started in 2016, when we produced our first pieces on demand in Hamburg, Germany. As Josea grew and the demand increased, producing everything in-house was no longer possible. In 2020, we therefore partnered with an experienced production partner in northern Portugal who shares our values and our commitment to quality.
For us, quality goes beyond careful craftsmanship. We want to create pieces that are made to be worn and loved for many years. That’s why we invest in high-quality materials, thoughtful designs and careful production rather than constantly changing collections and short-lived trends.
By working closely with our production partner in Portugal, we can continuously improve our products while keeping our production within Europe.
Packaging
Packaging often contributes to unnecessary waste, that's why we have implemented an eco-friendly approach to ensure that our swimwear reaches you responsibly. We provide you with all the important information - from order confirmations to return requests - in digital form. This helps us avoid unnecessary paper use and additional packaging waste. We reduce our packaging to the minimum and only use recycled paper boxes and wrapping paper. If a returning package reaches us in good condition, we are reusing them for future orders.
For our delivery service, we're using the service of DHL Gogreen. All emissions caused by the shipping will be compensated through investments in climate protection projects worldwide. Find out more about how DHL Gogreen works.
From the Archiv
Designing Prototypes in our Atelier
