We are Elegant, We are Dakoda
"Dakoda was born out of lockdown 2020. Time spent alone was time spent thinking of way to showcase some of the best products out there and at exceptional value. We wanted full autonomy of what we sold and how, dancing to the rhythm of our own drum beat. The vision for the brand: Dakoda is a bold and forward thinking online lifestyle brand. We want your fashion sense and home style to reflect your individual personality. We therefore hand pick to source stylish, bold and sometimes unique items."
Emma Thompson
Founder & Owner of Dakoda
Business Ethics and Sustainability
At Dakoda, we think it’s important to have a set of business ethics to reduce any negative impacts from the business on the environment and the people who have associations with the business as well as complying with all UK laws. We therefore wanted to make it clear where we stand on issues like Fair Trade, Sustainability and Environmental Impacts.
We do need to point out that there are a number of challenges which face small businesses and it’s not always easy (or cost effective) to be able to consider ethics, but it’s something that’s important to us and wherever possible we want to make a positive impact.
Charity
It has long been our stance to “do our part” to help various charities which are close to our hearts. We have been involved with assisting several charities including various animal organisations, and we will continue to do this and help more as we scale the business.
Modern Slavery/ Child Labour
Our recruitment and people management processes are designed to ensure that all prospective employees are legally entitled to work in the UK and to safeguard employees from any abuse or coercion.
We do not enter into business with any organisation, in the UK or abroad, which knowingly supports or is found to be involved in slavery, servitude and forced or compulsory labour.
When we purchase goods from a potential new supplier we always check their business ethics, and are weighted to work with suppliers can can prove their sustainability and environmental certifications.
Sustainability
We have a wide range and variety of products and it would be impossible to have only eco-friendly and recycled products. However, we always seek, as an absolute minimum, that any raw materials, such as wood, are sustainably sourced.
In terms of packaging we reuse wherever possible what we can and recycle what we cannot. We activity collect boxes and packaging from local businesses to use for our own customers so don’t be surprised if your item arrives in an recycled box! We also ask and encourage all customers to recycle their packaging.
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