Positive Luxury works exclusively with the global luxury industry to turn sustainability into competitive advantage. Since 2011 we have helped brands move from promise to proof – strengthening operations, reducing risk and increasing consumer trust. We understand the complexity of luxury value chains, the scrutiny premium brands face and the importance of protecting price and reputation.
Luxury consumers increasingly expect sustainability proof alongside heritage, craft and quality. By helping companies meet – and prove – standards that matter for people, nature and business, our clients reduce risk and increase resilience. Our communication tools then strengthen consumer engagement and help unlock new growth opportunities.
Our purpose is to transform the luxury industry, for the good of all. Because when luxury demonstrates high standards, others aspire to follow. Through the Butterfly Mark and our sustainability services, we help strengthen operations, build trust and turn sustainability action into business value.
Founded in 2011, Positive Luxury was born to drive real change in an industry whose influence shapes global aspiration. We were inspired by the story of the large blue butterfly – once extinct in the British Isles, now thriving again through scientific understanding and collaboration. Its revival proved that meaningful change requires expertise, accountability and collective action. Luxury works the same way, with each sector operating within its own ecosystem and facing its own challenges, from complex supply chains to changing consumer expectations. Our Butterfly Mark Certification and separate advisory services are designed to address those unique challenges. Today more than 130 luxury brands across the globe are part of our movement, raising standards for people, nature and business.
Our ESG+ framework draws on recognised international agreements, frameworks, standards and legislation, and evolves to reflect changing sustainability regulation and expectations. The Positive Luxury Impact Network is a collective of expert partners across the luxury sustainability and marketing sectors unified by our purpose to transform luxury for the good of all. We believe collaboration is key to meeting high standards, driving meaningful change and building trust. Browse a selection of our sustainability, communications, technology and industry body partners below.
BSI
Sustainability partner
BAKER MCKENZIE
Legislation partner
UN FASHION & LIFESTYLE NETWORK
Sustainability partner
WORLD BENCHMARKING ALLIANCE
Sustainability partner
Living Wage Foundation
We are a Living Wage Employer
WORLD BIODIVERSITY SUMMIT
Sustainability partner
THE WOMEN’S CHAPTER
Sustainability partner
BRITISH BEAUTY COUNCIL
Beauty industry partner
Sustainable Beauty Coalition
Beauty industry partner
COSMETIC EXECUTIVE WOMEN UK
Beauty industry partner
PROFESSIONAL BEAUTY
Beauty industry partner
SWISSTAINABLE
Travel industry partner
Buyerdock
Technology Partner
51TOCARBONZERO
Technology partner
Zevero
Technology partner
Carbonfact
Technology partner
Brink
AI Technology Partner
REPLY
Technology partner
SURVEY SOLUTIONS
Technology partner
STRØM WORKS
Technology partner
CHELSEA DESIGN CENTRE
Interiors industry partner
LAUNCHMETRICS
Industry data partner
EASYFAIRS
Packaging partner
SMARTWORKS
Charity partner
SMILEY
Fashion partner
Nobody understands the intersection of sustainability, luxury and consumer expectations like Positive Luxury. Our team combines expertise in luxury, sustainability and communications to deliver rigorous standards, clear strategy and measurable impact. Our culture values purpose, collaboration and excellence, and we pride ourselves on the relationships we build with our clients. That is why 95% of the brands we work with would recommend us, and in 2024 we were recognised by The Sunday Times as one of their Best Places to Work.
Diana Verde Nieto
Co-Founder
Karen Hanton MBE
Co-Founder
Amy Nelson-Bennett
Executive Chair
Jamie Moore
Managing Director
Natalie Welsh
Chief of Staff
Olivia Tasker
Business Development Manager