Bluevista Hill Short women's

Use:

• Specifically designed for hiking and mountain activities, offering performance on varied terrains.
• Perfect for daily use in warm climates thanks to their lightness and breathable comfort.
• Ideal for any outdoor activity that requires flexibility, freedom of movement, and a garment that effectively manages moisture.
• Made by Columbia to address the need for technical, durable, and comfortable shorts for active explorers.

Features:

• Elastic waistband that provides a secure and adaptable fit, staying comfortable throughout the day.
• External adjustable drawstring at the waist for a personalized fit and added security.
• Practical side pockets for carrying small essential items accessibly.
• Integrated multi-purpose loop, adding extra functionality for hanging accessories.
• Back pocket for additional and secure storage options.
• Lightweight and flexible design that facilitates freedom of movement and reduces load during prolonged activities.
• Regular Fit cut that ensures a universal and comfortable fit, allowing a wide range of motion without restrictions.

Materials:

• Outer fabric (Shell) made with 100% Polyester, a material selected for its inherent lightness, remarkable durability against wear and tear, and excellent quick-drying capability, crucial for maintaining comfort during outdoor activities and variable conditions.
• This polyester, common in high-performance sportswear, is designed to facilitate breathability and manage body moisture, helping to keep the skin dry. Its wrinkle resistance and ease of care make it a practical option for travel and frequent use.

Eco-Certifications and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• Columbia is a bluesign® System Partner, which implies collaboration with a comprehensive system that sustainably manages the textile value chain, eliminating harmful substances from the beginning of the manufacturing process and establishing controls for safe and environmentally friendly production, benefiting both the consumer and the planet.
• The brand adheres to Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP), which establish expectations for suppliers regarding fair and safe working conditions, as well as environmental management in their operations.
• Use of the Higg Index (Facility Environmental Module - FEM) as a tool for factories to measure and improve their environmental performance in areas such as energy use, water, emissions, and waste management.
• Adoption of the Social & Labor Converged Assessment Framework (SLCP), a system that seeks to reduce audit duplication and improve social and labor conditions in factories in the global supply chain.
• Compliance with a Restricted Substances List (RSL), which guides the selection of chemicals to minimize the impact on human health and the environment, ensuring that products are safe for consumers and the planet.
• Implementation of a Materials Traceability Program, which allows the brand to track the origin of the components used in its products, fostering greater transparency in its value chain.
• Membership in the AFIRM Group, a collaboration of apparel and footwear industry brands working to reduce the use and impact of harmful chemicals in the supply chain.
• Participation in the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps, an industry commitment to measure, plan, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, contributing to the fight against climate change.
• Collaboration with the Apparel Impact Institute (Aii) through the Clean by Design program, which focuses on improving resource efficiency (water, energy, chemicals) in textile factories.
• Adherence to the Transparency Pledge (Apparel and Footwear Supply Chain), whereby Columbia publishes information about its Tier 1 (garment manufacturing) and Tier 2 (material processing) supply chain factories, promoting transparency and accountability.
• Commitment to the AAFA & FLA Apparel & Footwear Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment to protect the rights of migrant workers and eradicate forced labor in the supply chain.
• Adherence to SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) reporting standards to communicate financially material sustainability information to investors.
• Publication of the Supply Chain Transparency Statement, complying with legislation such as California SB 657 and the UK Modern Slavery Act, detailing efforts to eradicate slavery and human trafficking.
• Alignment of its sustainability efforts with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), contributing to global goals such as decent work, responsible production, and climate action.
• Use of Open Supply Hub (OSH) (formerly Open Apparel Registry) as a tool to map and disclose its supply chain, increasing transparency and facilitating industry collaboration.
• Additionally, Columbia Sportswear demonstrates its commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility through its participation in renewable energy programs (Green-e® Certified Renewable Energy Certificates), promoting fair trade in some of its supplier factories (Fair Trade Certification), supporting carbon reduction projects (Carbon Leadership Project), fostering circularity with its ReThreads program, and empowering female workers in its supply chain (RISE program). The brand is also a member of the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) and supports various foundations such as Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, Conservation International, Captains For Clean Water, Ocean Conservancy, UK National Parks, Transition Projects, and the Collegiate Outdoor Recreation Program, contributing to environmental conservation, access to clean water, and the promotion of outdoor activities.