Vogue
4.8
"Lemlem’s new Moyo set is the epitome of conscious luxury — artisan-made, naturally dyed, and delivered without a speck of plastic. Perfect for the eco-savvy bride or her planner."
Moyo Kaftan Cover-Up & Swimsuit Set – Hand-Dyed Indigo All brands
Is Lemlem ethical?
Recommended92/100 EthiCompare ethics score · 1 scored product
Yes — Lemlem scores 92/100 on EthiCompare, one of the stronger ratings in our database, with 1 of 4 ethics signals verified.
| Check | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cruelty-free | unverified | No third-party cruelty-free certification found on the products we track. |
| Vegan options | unverified | We have not verified certified vegan formulations for this brand. |
| Sells in mainland China | unverified | We have not confirmed this brand's mainland China distribution. |
| Third-party certified | verified | We record 3 distinct certifications across this brand's products. |
| Certifications | on file | Fair Trade, 1% for the Planet, GOTS |
Scored with our public methodology.
Verified ethical brand
Lemlem at a glance
Lemlem offers 1 product on EthiCompare across Fashion & Apparel, with an average ethics score of 92/10 and recurring certifications including Fair Trade, 1% for the Planet, GOTS.
Is Lemlem ethical and cruelty-free? Read the verdict Ethics avg 92 1 product Price $$$
Standards & certifications
Verified credentials appearing across Lemlem's product range.
Fair Trade ×11% for the Planet ×1GOTS ×1
Ethics breakdown
Average scores across our scoring pillars.
- Animal Welfare100/10
- Labor98/10
- Sourcing94/10
- Environment91/10
- Transparency83/10
Categories covered
Where Lemlem shows up across our directory.
- Fashion & Apparel1
What reviewers highlight
Strengths mentioned most often across Lemlem's products.
- ✓Handwoven by artisans in Ethiopia, supporting women-led cooperatives
- ✓Comes in fully compostable packaging
- ✓Natural indigo dye is non-toxic and creates a unique color variation
- ✓Versatile: kaftan can be worn as a dress or cover-up
Sustainability commitments
"Plastic-free shipping; handwoven using traditional low-energy looms; natural dyes prevent water pollution; 1% of sales donated to environmental causes."
All Lemlem products
1 of 1 product
Excellent
Fair Trade1% for the PlanetGOTS
4.6 (178)
An artisan-made, zero-plastic-packaging swimsuit-and-kaftan set from Lemlem, handwoven and hand-dyed in Ethiopia by women artisans. The set includes a fully lined, sustainable swimsuit with UPF 50+ and a matching organic cotton kaftan cover-up, shipped in compostable bags. Fair Trade certified and supports maternal health programs.
Lemlem reviews
4.6 (320)
weighted across 1 product — shopper ratings, not our ethics scoreThe Good Trade
4.5
"We love that this set puts women artisans front and center. The fit is forgiving and the indigo is stunning. A few testers wished for more swimsuit sizing, but overall a five-star ethical pick."
Moyo Kaftan Cover-Up & Swimsuit Set – Hand-Dyed IndigoEthical Fashion Guide
4.6
"The zero-plastic packaging is the cherry on top. The kaftan is lightweight and airy, and the swimsuit holds up well in saltwater. A true investment in people and planet."
Moyo Kaftan Cover-Up & Swimsuit Set – Hand-Dyed IndigoNo EthiCompare member reviews yet — open any product to write the first one.
Common questions about Lemlem
Is Lemlem cruelty-free?+
We have no cruelty-free certification on file for Lemlem's scored products. Absence of a certification is not proof of animal testing, but it does mean nothing independent has been verified.
How does Lemlem score overall?+
Lemlem averages 92/100 across the 1 products we have scored, using public certifications, sourcing disclosures and controversy records.
Who owns Lemlem?+
Parent-company ownership changes what your money supports. See our brand ownership map for the current group structure and any conflicting parent-company records.
What are the best alternatives to Lemlem?+
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