50 Sustainable Fashion Brands You’ll Love in 2023
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SUSTAINABLE FASHION BRANDS YOU NEED TO KNOW IN 2023
Welcome to the world of sustainable and ethical fashion! I’m sure you’re here because you have read about some the negative impacts of fast fashion, and you want to do your part to make sure the clothes you wear are kind to the planet and people. Lucky for you, there are SO many different brands who take sustainability serious. While no one is perfect, these brands have a lot of great qualities the conventional stores could take a hint from. Also, there are price points for every budget!
A few helpful posts you may want to check out to learn more about sustainability in fashion:
A list of Fashion Fashion Brands to Avoid & Why
& our Brand Directory is home to hundreds more brands all organized by categories.
Now, 50 Sustainable Fashion Brands You’ll Love:
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Pact
For | Men, Women & Kids
Categories | Clothing, Underwear, Socks
PACT started out with just underwear, but has since expanded their collection to include a wide range of basic apparel for the whole family. Everything is made out of certified GOTS organic cotton in Fair Trade USA certified factories, dyed with non-toxic chemicals, and packaged in recycled and compostable materials. Plus, they have carbon offset shipping and they have a donation program to help circulate your used clothes when you’re finished with them.
tentree
For | Men & Women
Categories | Clothing, Activewear, Accessories
So far, tentree has planted over 43 MILLION trees! Their “earth-first” apparel is made ethically out of eco-conscious fabrics like organic cotton, recycled polyester, TENCEL, and hemp. Not only that, but they try to make their clothing as accessible as possible when it comes to sizing and pricing. In addition to apparel and accessories, you can also buy carbon offsets for your own personal lifestyle right on their site!
Hanna Andersson
For | Babies & Kids
Categories | Clothing, PJs, Swimwear
Hanna Andersson has a really wide variety of clothing for babies and children, from newborn all the way up to size 16. They have a ton of character clothing and PJs, from Disney princesses to Marvel superheroes, which of course the kids love. Started in Portland back in 1983, Hanna Andersson was perhaps the first sustainability-focused kids’ brand. Made from natural materials like organic cotton, their clothing is made to wear and wash over and over then hand down.
Coyuchi
For | Men & Women
Categories | Loungewear
While this brand is mostly known for their bed linens, they do have several clothing pieces made from the same cozy, sustainable materials.
This brand is very transparent, and they use many sustainable certifications including GOTS and Fair Trade, and they also donate 1% to the Planet.
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Nisolo
For | Women & Men
Categories | Shoes, Bags, Accessories, Jewelry
Nisolo is a great sustainable brand that is focused on continually improving. They are a certified B Corp and Carbon Neutral company known for making ethical shoes.
Nisolo has been leading the way when it comes to paying living wages and creating an ethical work environment.
They publish their wages and are very transparent about who makes their products and where.
Amour Vert
For | Women
Categories | Clothing, Jewelry, Shoes, Bags
A classic favorite in sustainable fashion, Amour Vert makes 97% of their clothing right here in the US. This brand uses a lot of beautiful, sustainable fabrics like TENCEL, Organic Cotton, Certified Silk, Ethical Wool & Hemp. Their t-shirt collection has a wonderful Give Back program where a tree is planted with each purchase. Even their packaging is eco-friendly & compostable!
Able
For | Women
Categories | Clothing, Shoes, Bags
ABLE was one of the first fashion brands to actually publish their lowest wages as part of the Lowest Wage Challenge. Their goal is to empower women around the globe—primarily in the US (Nashville) and Ethiopia for now—by investing in their skills and providing them with employment. The leather used in their bags and shoes is vegetable-tanned and everything is handcrafted by artisans. Their apparel is made mostly of natural materials like cotton and silk.
Girlfriend
For | Women
Categories | Activewear, Swimwear, Underwear
This brand is the best when it comes to size inclusivity. Girlfriend goes up to a size 6X, and has so many different colors and styles to choose from. They use a lot of different fabrics, but all are made from post-consumer waste.
Vitamin A
For | Women
Categories | Swimwear
Vitamin A feminine swimwear is made in California out of mostly recycled materials… and they were one of the very first brands to do so! They give back a portion of profits to environmental organizations that help to protect our oceans. Vitamin A also has other types of beachwear like cover-ups and accessories made from eco materials like organic and recycled cotton, linen, and TENCEL.
Boody
For | Men, Women & Babies
Categories | Underwear, Socks, Basics
I’m usually not a big fan of showcasing bamboo fabric on my blog. It’s known to have a harsh textile process, but some brands use closed-loop systems and zero-waste initiatives like Boody so I’m behind this!! Honestly, bamboo feels amazing on, & I don’t want to give it up completely. This brand is very comfortable, & I know so many people love wearing their clothing (me too) so they need to be on this list!
Knickey
For | Women’s basics
Categories | Underwear
Knickey’s super soft undies are made out of 95% GOTS certified organic cotton in a Fair Trade certified factory in India, without any harsh chemicals at all. You can find out more about their entire supply chain, including the farmers where the cotton comes from and where the yarn is spun right on their website. Even their packaging is made from FSC-certified and recycled content, with low impact inks.
Thought
For | Men & Women
Categories | Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, Socks
Thought carries a variety of clothing, from dresses you can wear to the office to loungewear and comfy socks if you’re chilling (or working) at home. They use mostly eco-conscious materials like organic cotton and use zero plastic in their packaging. Thought does carry some products made from more conventional materials (as of right now!), so just be sure to check before buying!
Tamga
For | Women
Categories | Clothing
Inspired by art, creativity, and the inner free spirit, TAMGA’s signature hand-drawn prints tap into the vibrancy and expression of a colorful life. Everything is ethically out of sustainably fabrics like Lenzing Modal and TENCEL, and colored with eco, non-toxic dyes. Plus, 1% of their profits go to a non-profit organization that works to protect Indonesia’s endangered rainforests.
Organic Basics
For | Men & Women
Categories | Underwear, Basics, Activewear
Organic Basics uses eco-friendly materials like TENCEL and organic cotton to create ethical, comfortable, and design-forward underwear, tees, socks, and activewear. Committed to transparency, you can check out their yearly impact report, which outlines their progress and goals. They now even have a low impact website, which has a lower carbon footprint than a regular website!
JJ Winks
For | Women
Categories | Loungewear
This is one of my favorite loungewear brands because they use ultra-comfy Lenzing Modal, and all the tops have built-in bras. I’ve owned a few of their pieces for a couple years, and can tell you the quality is great.
I’ve washed them time and time again, and they are just as soft as when they came in the mail!
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Conscious Step
For | Everyday & Dress Socks for Men and Women
Categories | Crew & Ankle Socks
Conscious Step socks come in a variety of really fun colors and patterns, and each pair supports a different cause so that you can choose which one means the most to you — whether it’s LGBTQ+ equality, poverty, rainforest conservation, education, or something else! Everything is GOTS organic, vegan, and Fair Trade Certified. Find out more about why I (and the husband) love Conscious Step here! They are so comfortable, we know you’ll love them, too.
Harvest & Mill
For | Men & Women
Categories | Loungewear, Socks
This awesome brand was born out of a need for locally sewn and USA grown organic clothing. They knew there was a better way to make clothing, and they wanted to support USA organic cotton farmers, American heritage mills and their local sewing community. They sew all clothing in Oakland, Berkeley and San Francisco, and everything from garment to packaging is compostable.
Allégorie
A proudly woman-owned and managed brand, Allégorie is socially responsible and sustainable when creating timeless wallets, card holders, and bags - that are all vegan!
Making use of apple leather, alongside cactus and mango leather, these accessories are crafted in the heart of New York City and made to last. The biobased materials are USDA-certified, and the final product is 100% PVC-free.
Valley Rose
Categories | Jewelry
This stunning jewelry is designed and handcrafted by Northern California-based designer Brittany Groshong.
Each design is made with a technique called lost-wax casting. Valley Rose uses the highest quality and ethical materials like Fairmined gold and traceable conflict-free gemstones. The mystery and beauty of the cosmos inspire the collection. Their new zodiac constellation pendants make for the perfect everyday necklace!
Kaylyn Gardner
For | Women
Categories | Swimwear
These beautiful knitted one- and two-pieces are made with organic cotton and natural dyes (including avocado!).
Each piece is handmade to order, so if you need a larger or smaller size, they can accommodate you. In addition to swimwear, Kaylyn Gardner also carries knit loungewear perfect for wearing around the house, pool, or beach all year round.
Printfresh
For | Women
Categories | Pajamas, Dresses, Handbags, Slippers
I absolutely LOVE this brand’s fun prints—they’re so unique! Printfresh is a woman-owned luxury sleepwear brand offering whimsical prints on 100% GOTS certified organic cotton and screen printed by hand by their ethical partners in Jaipur, India. Designed with inclusivity in mind, their sizes range from XS petite to 6X, and they also offer women’s, men’s and all-gender silhouettes.
AGAATI
Categories | Formal Wear, Jewelry
For | Women
AGAATI designs are thoughtfully produced with a zero waste philosophy. The makers are trained to reduce {& recycle/upcycle} waste while pattern making, cutting and sewing. They make it a point to have as little waste as possible, and with what they do have, they think of creative ways to reuse. AGAATI uses natural fibers & non-toxic dyes for all of their pieces.
Organsk
For | Men & Women
Categories | Denim
organsk® is a sustainable denim brand offering an alternative approach to the linear take-make-dump model.
Their exclusively eco-certified organic + recycled denim for men and women automates circular take-back schemes with tiered membership plans (learn more about the plans here).
Bario Neal
Category | Jewelry
The team at Bario Neal was inspired to create pieces of jewelry representing deeply felt experiences, loves, and losses—armor, glitter, and vessels for meaning and value. But from the very start, they were committed to doing things in a way that’s better for the earth, the people and communities within the supply chain, and their customers. An industry leader in ethical sourcing and mindful production, Bario Neals’s jewelry reflects individualism, gender and marriage equality, and conscious values rooted in ethical origin from mine to market.
Passion Lilie
Category | Clothing & Accessories
Passion Lillie carries cute dresses with fun designs that can easily be dressed up or down. The brand is a member of the Fair Trade Federation, which means that everything is made by workers earning a fair wage in a safe environment. They use traditional block printing on organic cotton with eco-friendly, non-toxic dyes. If you need a sweet, summer dress, definitely check this brand out!
Do Good Swimwear
Category | Swimsuits
Do Good Swimwear is a women’s surf collective offering eco, affordable & sustainably-made swimsuits. Not only are they accessible, but they give back to the planet, too! All swimsuits are made from recycled ocean waste such as fish nets, plastic bottles, etc. Also, with each purchase, a portion of profits are given to ocean conservation efforts, tree planting, and social impact non-profits.
Aid Through Trade
Category | Jewelry
Aid Through Trade (one of the founding members of the Fair Trade Federation!) is the original creator of the famous Roll-On® Bracelet. Now, the brand employs over 200 female artisans in Nepal. All of their Roll-On® Bracelets are made with the highest quality glass beads and hand-dyed cotton thread and come with a lifetime guarantee. They fit most wrists and come in a variety of colors.
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Many Moons
Category | Baby & Kid Clothing
The worst part about buying baby clothing is how fast they grow out of them! That’s why I love Manymoons' circular model. They reward you to return their clothes when your kids outgrow. All of their beautiful, ethically and sustainably made clothes come with a Lifetime Return promise. You can either buy from them and receive 20% back in purchase credit whenever you return OR you can rent for a low monthly cost and return for free whenever you want to.
illi
Category | Jewelry
All of illi’s gorgeous and minimalistic pieces are made from lab-grown gemstones, and 100% recycled solid precious metals. This is one of the few brands that offer not only lab-grown diamond jewelry but also other gems like alexandrite, ruby, and sapphire! In addition, they carry necklaces, earrings, and bracelets that have a clean, simple aesthetic for true timelessness. The team at illi is committed to sustainability and is constantly improving its processes every step of the way.
Hernest
For | Women
Categories | Loungewear, Basics
Hernest’s butter-soft short- and long-sleeved tees and sweats perfectly balance comfort, luxury, and style.
In addition to using eco-friendly fabrics, they have several other sustainability goals for this decade, including closing the loop in their production process to make it truly circular. This brand is more size-inclusive, too, with sizes ranging from 2XS to 4XL.
Malaika New York
For | Women
Categories | Zero-Waste Clothing
Malaika New York’s unique zero waste designs embrace the female body, focusing on comfort, versatility, and timelessness.
Their simple yet powerful designs can be styled in a variety of different ways. Malaika is a great choice if you feel like trends are wasteful and are building a high-quality capsule collection.
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Bounce Mkt
For | Children
Categories | Secondhand Clothing
Bounce Mkt is a great place to shop for secondhand clothing for your little ones. If you’re a fan of brands like Ralph Lauren, Boden, or Hanna Andersson but prefer not to buy new from them anymore, this is a great place to get your hands on like-new pieces from a variety of brands. And let me tell you - they have a lot of REALLY cute clothes! When your kids grow out of them, you can sell your gently-used clothes back to Bounce Mkt.
SOLIOS
For | Men & Women
Categories | Watches
A solar-powered watch! Can you believe these exist?! Did you know 300 million batteries could avoid being produced every year if all quartz watches were solar-powered?
The average lifetime of a watch battery is only 2 years, but with a Solios watch, you will need only one battery over its lifetime, eliminating the production of 20 batteries per watch.
LOVETRUST
For | Women
Categories | Basics, Loungewear
If you’re into creating a capsule wardrobe, you should definitely check out LOVETRUST. Not only are their pieces great for work, but also for lounging on the weekends or heading out for a sunny vacation.
Designed in Brooklyn, New York, and ethically made in Peru, everything from LOVETRUST is designed for both fit and function… Plus, their prices are affordable, too.
Finn + Emma
For | Babies & Toddlers
Categories | Clothing, Gear, Toys
Finn + Emma have some of the cutest eco-friendly apparel for babies and small children! Everything is ethically made in India out of 100% GOTS certified organic cotton and non-toxic, eco-friendly dyes. Also, all employees are paid a living wage while working in safe conditions, helping them build independent lives for themselves and their families.
Threads 4 Thought
For | Men, Women & Kids
Categories | Loungewear, Activewear
Threads 4 Thought carries a wide variety of lounge and activewear, as well as basic essentials like tees and tanks. They use sustainable materials like organic cotton, recycled polyester, and Lenzing modal, and produce in safe and ethical factories. You can check out their Sustainability Report to dive deep into the specifics of their social and environmental initiatives!
Asket
For | Men
Categories | Clothing & Accessories
Their journey started with making the perfect t-shirt back in 2015, and now have expanded into button-downs, pants, jackets and undergarments. ASKET believes in full traceability from the very start to the end.
They refer to this as ‘From Farm to Finish Line.” For each garment, you can look up its history.
BAGGU
For | Men & Women
Categories | Bags
BAGGU has a really wide variety of bags, from reusable totes and backpacks, to small cross-body bags and pouches, to leather bags and travel necessities. They use partially recycled materials like nylon and cotton, and everything is made in ISO-certified factories in China, which are third-party audited every year to ensure safety and ethical production. Plus, at the end of your bag’s life you can send your BAGGU back to be recycled by the American Textile Recycling Service.
Cariuma
For | Men & Women
Categories | Sneakers
A classic look to stay with you for many years, Cariuma uses only ethical manufacturing, recycled packaging & carbon neutral shipping.
Their shoes have a lot of awesome reviews, and I just received my first pair & loving them. Plus, for every pair purchased, they plant two trees!
Faherty
For | Men, Women & Kids
Categories | Clothing, Swim, Accessories
This family-run business is working on 5 core values: Be the Best, Deliver on Promises, Be Better Together, Stay Authentic, and Spread Good Vibes. I’ve noticed they have started using more recycled polyesters in their blends, and linen is a popular go-to for them.
Nordgreen
For | Men & Women
Categories | Watches
I absolutely love my Nordgreen watch — the Scandinavian design is minimalist but gorgeous. Their Chief Designer is inspired by nature and a desire to get a little simplicity back into our lives. Their interchangeable straps come in natural stainless steel mesh or leather. Nordgreen’s entire production is carbon offset and they partner with Danish factories that ensure ethical labor practices. Plus, every purchase gives back to one of three causes.
Rothy’s
For | Women & Kids
Categories | Shoes, Bags
Rothy’s sandals, flats, and casual sneakers are made from recycled marine plastic in their own sustainable and ethical facility. Plus, all of their packaging is recycled and their production is carbon offset. I love my Rothy’s — the unique way their shoes are knit together make for a snug and super comfortable fit. They have a lot to choose from too, whether you’re look for a fun color or animal print, or something more subdued and versatile.
Tradlands
For | Women
Categories | Clothing
Tradlands sustainable apparel is meant to be worn and lived in for years. They use high-quality and eco-friendly fabrics like TENCEL, linen, and cotton. Plus, they work with factories around the world that prioritize safe and fair conditions for their workers. Their prices are a bit higher comparatively, but their Cost Per Wear Promise ensures you that you’re going to get just as much bang for your buck that you would if you bought several cheaper shirts.
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