In recent years, textile certifications have become a talking point across the fashion industry. Terms like RWS, GCS and OEKO‑TEX appear frequently in conversations about sustainability, responsible sourcing and fibre quality. For large brands, these labels can be part of a broader compliance strategy. But for small knitwear brands, boutique designers and emerging labels working with natural fibres, the question is far more practical: do you actually need them? What these cer