Fairtrade Fightwear: Why Luctor is shaping the future of sustainable BJJ fashion
Most martial artists focus on performance, functionality, and style – but hardly anyone thinks about where and how fightwear is manufactured. While many sectors of the fashion industry are already thinking sustainably, the martial arts world is still deeply entrenched in the old system: cheap materials, aggressive designs, and opaque supply chains.
This is precisely where a new gap arises, which we intend to fill with Luctor :
A chance.
A movement that no one has seriously addressed so far:
Fairtrade Fightwear.
Luctor addresses precisely this need. A brand for modern, fashion-conscious martial artists who value style, quality, and responsibility – with minimalist design and sustainable materials.
This article aims to show why sustainable fightwear is long overdue, how recycled materials improve our rashguards, why EU production sends a strong message, and how certified manufacturing can be fair even in China. We also explain why keywords like "fairtrade fightwear" and "eco-friendly rashguards" should shape the future of No-Gi BJJ – and what role Luctor can play in this.
Why sustainability is hardly an issue in combat sports
The fightwear industry is growing – but hardly anything is happening ecologically.
The reason:
- Focus on price instead of responsibility
- little competition in the area of sustainability
- Stereotypical designs are displacing modern brand values
Sustainable materials can be just as efficient – and are also better for the environment.
And because there are practically no brands that offer "Fairtrade Fightwear" so far, the way is clear for real change.
Luctor's Mission: Fashion-conscious, functional and fair
Luctor aims to combine three values in the long term:
- modern, minimalist aesthetic
- high-quality, sustainable materials
- fair, certified production
We design fightwear for today's athletes – people who want performance but also consume responsibly.
Recycled materials for rashguards – eco-friendly & high-performance
Our rashguards are made from recycled, sustainable PVC , which:
- less waste produced
- CO₂ emissions reduced
- less resources consumed
- is just as functional as conventional plastics
Recycled performance fabrics are a huge step forward in the fightwear world – and a core element of our eco-friendly rashguards .
Certified production in China – fair and transparent
China does not automatically mean poor production conditions.
We only work with manufacturers who:
- certified processes
- fair wages
- safe working conditions
- ongoing quality controls
offer.
We want to ensure in the long term that our rashguards are manufactured under transparent and fair conditions.
EU production with Stanley/Stella – fair cotton shirts for athletes
Our cotton shirts are manufactured in the EU by Stanley/Stella – a leading supplier of:
- Fairtrade-certified cotton
- sustainable supply chains
- fair working conditions
- durable premium fabrics
The result: high-quality clothing that looks good, feels good, and is responsibly produced.
Why Fairtrade Fightwear is important – hard facts
1. The textile industry causes approximately 10% of global CO₂ emissions.
More than air traffic and cruises combined.
2. 92 million tons of clothing end up in the trash every year.
Recycling is essential.
3. 80% of sportswear is produced under unfair conditions.
Certified production creates transparency.
4. Recycled materials save up to 75% energy.
5. Fairtrade cotton dramatically reduces pesticides and water consumption.
These figures show:
Fairtrade Fightwear is not an alternative – it is a necessity.
The future of sport is fair – and Luctor is leading the way.
We believe that fightwear should be more than just performance.
It should convey values:
- Respect for people and nature
- Consciousness in consumption
- Quality instead of overproduction
- Durability instead of fast fashion
Luctor wants to show that sustainable fightwear is not only possible – but looks better, lasts longer and appeals to responsible athletes.
Responsibility towards athletes and the environment
This is Fairtrade Fightwear, redefined.
Become part of the Fairtrade movement in No-Gi BJJ
If you want fightwear:
- high quality
- is produced fairly
- uses recycled materials
- looks minimalist and modern
- fits your values
… then Luctor is exactly the right brand.
We believe that sustainable fightwear is not only better for the world – but also better for your performance, your style and your mindset.
Discover our eco-friendly rashguards and Fairtrade shirts from Luctor now – and become part of the first Fairtrade Fightwear community in BJJ.