Reflo

{{Short description|Sustainable apparel company in England}}

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| industry = Sportswear

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| founded = 2021

| founder = Rory MacFadyen

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Reflo is a sustainable apparel company based in England, the United Kingdom.{{Cite web|url=https://golfdigestme.com/welcome-to-reflo-dubai-based-founder-launches-most-sustainable-brand-in-golf/|title=Welcome to Reflo: Dubai-based founder launches most sustainable brand in golf|first=Matt |last=Smith|website=Golf Digest}}{{Cite web|url=https://golfweek.usatoday.com/2022/01/29/recycled-material-new-look-reflo-creating-sustainable-sportswear/|title=Recycled material, new look: Reflo is creating sustainable sportswear|first=Averee |last=Dovsek |date=29 January 2022|website=Golfweek}}

History

Reflo was founded in 2021 by Rory MacFadyen as a sustainable apparel company, using personal and private investor funds.{{Cite web|url=https://www.drapersonline.com/insight/analysis/drapers-den-winner-our-aim-is-to-be-the-biggest-sustainable-apparel-brand-in-the-world|title=Drapers’ Den winner: ‘our aim is to be the biggest sustainable apparel brand in the world’ |date=27 April 2023 |first=Katie |last=Ross |website=Drapers}} Reflo apparel is predominantly made from recycled plastic waste, and is designed to meet the performance demands of high-level sporting activities. It uses only recycled or recyclable packaging, excludes single-use plastics from its supply chain, and complies with ethical labour practices. It has developed on a number of methods to offset the carbon footprint of its workforce and sponsored athletes.{{Cite web|url=https://gulfnews.com/sport/golf-in-uae/gear/eco-friendly-golf-attire-firm-reflo-looking-after-the-planet-1.84603660|title=Eco-friendly golf attire firm Reflo looking after the planet|first=Nick|last=Tarratt |date=25 December 2021|website=Gulf News}} The company plants a tree for each product sold and is expected to plant a million trees by 2026.

In its initial year of operation, Reflo succeeded in recycling the equivalent of more than 140,000 plastic bottles.{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfretailing.com/news/reflo-takes-strides-towards-becoming-the-most-sustainable-apparel-brand-in-the-world/?doing_wp_cron=1684256421.4608430862426757812500|title=Reflo takes strides towards becoming the most sustainable apparel brand in the world|first=Dan |last=Owen|date=21 November 2022|website=Golf Retailing}} Additionally, the company contributed to environmental conservation by planting over 16,000 trees and offsetting 250 tonnes of carbon. The company has set the goal to plant 1 million trees and recycle the equivalent of 5 million plastic bottles in the first 5 years.

In November 2021, Reflo launched a multi-sport apparel line made from recycled plastic waste.{{Cite web|url=https://golfbusinessnews.com/news/new-products/reflo-launches-golf-and-activewear-apparel-range-with-focus-on-sustainability/|title=Reflo launches golf and activewear apparel range with focus on sustainability|website=Gulf Business}}

In March 2023, Reflo received the Drapers Den Award.{{Cite web|url=https://www.drapersonline.com/news/phenomenal-the-winner-of-drapers-den-2023|title=‘Phenomenal’: the winner of Drapers Den 2023 |date=28 March 2023|first=Jade |last=Burke |website=Drapers}}

Operations

Registered in Doncaster, Reflo operates remotely with staff across the UK, the Middle East and the Far East. Its founder, Rory MacFadyen, resides in Dubai.

Production

Reflo's products are mostly produced in China. They are made from recycled polyester, including RPET, sourced from Far Eastern post-consumer waste. Its T-shirts feature Java-tek fabric, made from recycled coffee beans to enhance drying and odour management. It complies with the Business Social Compliance Initiative (BSCI), a standard ensuring fair wages, no child labour.

Sportswear

Reflo launched with a sustainable clothing line focussed on active/training, golf and leisure pieces.

The collection, consisting of 57 versatile items, meets multiple sustainability certifications, including the Global Recycled Standard, Bluesign, Oeko-Tex 100, and U Trust.{{Cite web|url=https://www.standard.co.uk/shopping/esbest/health-fitness/fitness-wear/best-mens-sportswear-brands-b975825.html|title=Best sportswear brands for men |website=Evening Standard}} Its products uses eco-friendly materials derived from recycled waste, including single-use plastic and coffee beans. Reflo also turns all unusable samples into up cycled products such as golf club head covers.{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfpunkhq.com/fashion/articles/reflo-releases-unique-upcycled-head-covers|title=REFLO RELEASES UNIQUE UPCYCLED HEAD COVERS}}

  • Reflo Congo Polo Shirt{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfmonthly.com/reviews/apparel/reflo-congo-polo-shirt-review |title=Reflo Congo Polo Shirt Review |first=Neil |last=Tappin |date=25 April 2023 |website=Golf Monthly}}
  • Reflo Sidra trouser{{Cite web|url=https://www.nationalclubgolfer.com/news/reflo-sidra-trousers-review/|title=Reflo Sidra trousers review |first=Alex |last=Perry |date=22 November 2022 |website=National Club Golfer}}
  • Reflo Lapter Hoody{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfmonthly.com/reviews/apparel/reflo-lapter-hoody-review|title=Reflo Lapter Hoody Review |date= 21 February 2022 |first=Michael |last=Weston |website=Golf Monthly}}
  • Reflo Sidra Chino Trousers{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfmonthly.com/reviews/apparel/reflo-sidra-chino-trousers-review|title=Reflo Sidra Chino Trousers Review |first=Michael |last=Weston |date= 16 February 2022 |website=Golf Monthly}}
  • Reflo Barents Mid Layer{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfmonthly.com/reviews/apparel/reflo-barents-mid-layer-review |title=Reflo Barents Mid Layer Review |date= 21 February 2022 |first=Michael |last=Weston |website=Golf Monthly}}
  • Reflo Bohai Polo Shirt{{Cite web|url=https://www.golfmonthly.com/reviews/apparel/reflo-bohai-polo-shirt-review |title=Reflo Bohai Polo Shirt Review |first=Michael |last=Weston |date= 28 April 2022 |website=Golf Monthly}}
  • Reflo Lapter hoodie{{Cite web|url=https://www.nationalclubgolfer.com/news/reflo-lapter-hoodie-review/|title=Reflo Lapter hoodie review |first=Alex |last=Perry |website=National Club Golfer}}

Awards and recognition

  • 2023: Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards{{Cite web|url=https://www.drapersonline.com/topics/sustainable-fashion/drapers-sustainable-fashion-awards-2023-finalists-revealed |title=Drapers Sustainable Fashion Awards 2023 finalists revealed |first=Jill |last=Geoghegan|date=3 March 2023|website=Drapers}}
  • Drapers Den 2023 Winner

Sponsorships

= Football =

== Club teams ==

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  • {{flagicon|GBR}}{{flagicon|ENG}} Forest Green Rovers (Only Voyager wear)
  • {{flagicon|GBR}}{{flagicon|ENG}} Luton Town (From 2025-26 season){{cite web |title=Reflo x Luton Town FC: Kicking Off a Game-Changing Partnership in Sustainable Football Kit|url=https://reflo.com/blogs/reflo-circle/reflo-x-luton-town-fc-kicking-off-a-game-changing-partnership-in-sustainable-football-kit |website=Reflo |access-date=17 April 2025}}

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=Golf=

  • {{Flag icon|United Kingdom}}{{flagicon|ENG}} Harry Kane

= Motorsports =

== Auto racing ==

== Electric racing ==

===IndyCar Series===

References