Womens fashion
Founded in 2002 by Sydney-based sisters, Alexandra and Genevieve Smart. Sold a majority stake to Alceon in 2019. In 2021 Alceon spin-off ACTA Capital took over ownership, but sold the brand (along with SurfStitch) to a mystery buyer in 2025.
Company Assessment
(Last updated Feb 2023)
Praise
Criticism
Information
Ginger & Smart Pty Ltd
Praise
Criticism
Information
Fur free
This designer label is listed on the PETA Australia website as being committed to a fur free fashion industry.
Source: PETA
(2018)
Previous ethical clothing australia accreditation
This company was previously accredited and licensed to display the 'Ethical Clothing Australia' Trade Mark on their Australian-made garments, which ensures Australian workers receive fair wages and decent conditions. Their accreditation ceased in Aug 2017.
3/5 on Good On You
This company owns brands rated 'It’s a Start' by Good On You, whose rating system considers the most important social and environmental issues facing the fashion industry to assess a brand's impact on people, the planet and animals.
Source: Good On You
(2023)
Company Details
Type:
Private company
Founded:
2002
Contact Details
Address:
Level 1, 55 Mentmore Ave, Rosebery, NSW, 2018, Australia
Phone:
02 9662 2702
Website:
Products / Brands
Ginger & Smart
Ginger & Smart
Womens Fashion
SurfStitch
E-commerce