Fashion For The Future
In this world of fast fashion, where corporate profits take precedence over the well-being of the planet, there are some outlying companies still standing by their ethics. These companies have found innovative ways of reusing plastics, partnering with farmers to source materials sustainably, steering clear of unethical labor practices, or offering lifetime repairs. The next time you're in the market for a new garment, these are the companies you should be throwing your money at. Here are our 20 favorite eco-friendly fashion brands.
1. Patagonia
Patagonia is a California-based outdoor wear company. It was one of the first brands to switch to organic cotton and is Fairtrade and a certified B corporation. Not to mention the high-quality gear they make will last you many years.
2. Reformation
Reformation is an LA-based modern fashion label that is just as stylish as it is sustainable. The company is 100 percent carbon, water, and waste-neutral.
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3. Tentree
Tentree's schtick is that they plant ten trees for every item of clothing sold. The company has planted over 84 million trees since its inception. It also uses sustainable fabrics, is a certified B corporation, and is carbon neutral.
4. Pact
Pact is a sustainable clothing company based in Colorado that specializes in comfortable basics. It uses organic cotton that requires 81 percent less water, uses responsible packaging, and is Fairtrade certified.
5. Alternative Apparel
This Georgia-based company uses organic cotton and recycled plastic to create your new favorite sustainable basics. They've developed their own uber soft and sustainable fabric called eco fleece, inspired by gym wear.
6. Ninety Percent
Ninety Percent is a British fashion company specializing in timeless, elegant staples. 90 percent of their proceeds go to the people who make their clothes and charitable causes.
7. Yes Friends
Yes Friends focuses on ethical and sustainable basics that are actually affordable. They have solar-powered factories, sustainable packaging, and use organic and recycled fabrics.
8. Everlane
A favorite of the likes of Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez, Everlane is a Californian brand focused on high-quality, timeless wardrobe pieces. The company uses organic, recycled, and responsibly sourced materials and has pledged to become fully carbon neutral by 2050.
9. Allbirds
In addition to being truly comfortable footwear, Allbirds shoes are made from sustainable materials like Merino wool and plant fibers. It's also a carbon neutral company.
10. Amour Vert
Despite its French name, Amour Vert is based in California. Their focus is on American-made, French-inspired fashion made with sustainable materials. It also plants a tree for every T-shirt sold.
11. MATE The Label
MATE The Label is a Californian eco-friendly fashion company. It's a climate-neutral certified, American-made brand that uses organic materials and sustainable packaging.
12. Organic Basics
As the name suggests, Organic Basics is a company specializing in everyday essentials made from organic materials. It uses renewable energy and is B Corp and PETA certified.
13. Outerknown
Looking for a Californian aesthetic with a low impact on the planet? Look no further than Outerknown. It uses organic and recycled materials in its laid-back, cool, and versatile clothing line.
14. Stella McCartney
British fashion brand Stella McCartney is a trailblazer for sustainability in the high fashion sphere. It's a fully vegetarian company that makes use of innovative plant materials to achieve its luxury aesthetic and also uses ethical labor.
15. People Tree
This British fashion company makes use of organic cotton and natural dyes to achieve its high-quality, sustainable collection. Founded in 1991, it was one of the first eco-friendly fashion brands.
16. Veja
Veja is a French shoe company that utilizes recycled materials to create light and durable sneakers. About three recycled plastic bottles are used in each pair of shoes. It uses cotton recycled from the textile industry for the cloth details, and all its boxes are made from recycled cardboard.
17. Toad&Co
This California-based apparel company uses natural materials like hemp and organic cotton to create their stylish and comfortable clothing line. The company even has a pre-loved discounted section so you can re-use someone else's cast-offs.
18. Nudie Jeans
Nudie jeans is a Swedish brand that uses organic cotton and a sustainable dyeing process. They offer free lifetime repairs on all their denim so you never have to buy another pair of jeans.
19. E.L.V. Denim
This British company uses old discarded denim in their modern, individually-crafted designs. It's a completely zero waste company.
20. Colorful Standard
Colorful Standard is all about bringing you color without the harmful effects of conventional dyeing. The Danish company boasts ethical labor practices, eco-friendly dyes, organic materials, and sustainable packaging.
