I launched The Honest Consumer as a sophomore in college. College is a time when we discover what our values are, what we want to support, and who we are. For many students the discovery of social justice and ethics become an important part of their beliefs. I know the struggles of living on a budget and trying to maintain a conscious lifestyle. Ethical fashion can be tricky to support on a budget, but these fair fashion brands are leading the way for affordable ethical clothing and easy returns encouraging consumers to try out ethical fashion with no risk.
Read MoreEthical clothing can be tricky to find, but don’t worry! This is the ultimate guide to discover fair trade fashion, sustainable style, and socially responsible brands to make your wardrobe more meaningful. With the price guide conscious consumers will easily be able to identify affordable ethical clothing brands and high end brands. Use this brand list to easily shop your values, purchase high quality clothes, and be part of the fashion revolution. If you’re kick starting your conscious closet you can discover more brands & resources through our Quick Lists & Guides.
Read MoreLooking for socially responsible brands to shop? I’ve got you covered! There are so many brand making a positive impact through ethical craftsmanship, sustainable initiatives, and giving back! Taking part in a socially responsible lifestyle can be as easy as supporting socially responsible brands! Here are 100+ socially responsible brands to LOVE! This list has socially responsible clothing brands, accessories, home goods, wines, and more!
Read MoreFlood Clothing creates unique, one of a kind sustainable clothing made from 100% recycled materials. The crafting of each garment prevents textiles from ending up in the landfills. Flood Clothing is ethically made in the USA, specifically, the zero waste clothing is designed and hand sewn in Portland, Oregon.
Read MoreBasic tanks & tees are a great first step to transitioning your wardrobe to being a socially responsible consumer. Typically you can find pretty affordable basics that are ethically made and eco-friendly. Here are nine brands that focus on t-shirts made with sustainable materials and fair trade practices. In this guide you’ll discover organic cotton tank tops perfect for summer time, t-shirts made from recycled materials, and more. Add a few of these basics to your eco-conscious wardrobe and discover ethical clothing brands you’ll fall in love with.
Read MoreLiz Alig strives to create functional, fair-trade fashion for the modern woman. Liz Alig's purposeful fashion is crafted with a transparent supply chain, socially responsible materials, and positive impact for growing communities.
Read MoreBased on the styles and price points of some popular fast fashion brands I’ve come up with some more eco-friendly and ethical options! You’re sure to love these sustainable brand swaps!
Read MoreGoing out with the girls or celebrating with your significant other this Valentine’s Day? Here are some ethical clothing options if you’re planning to dress up this Valentine’s Day. This ethical fashion guide features a variety of options depending on your price point and style. Discover fair trade brands, sustainable style, & formal ethical clothing for special occasions.
Read MoreHeading out for the holidays? These ethical dresses and jumpsuits are perfect for holiday parties. Celebrate festive fair fashion & sustainable style with these ethical clothing brands. This holiday dress guide features a range of price range showcasing eight dresses under $100 and ten dresses over $100.
Read MoreWhat you’re seeing is the product of fast fashion: a practice that has turned the fashion industry’s traditional two seasons into 52 micro seasons, one for every week of the year. In extreme cases, it’s even become daily.
Read MoreSlow fashion is an intentional approach to creating apparel and accessories designed to minimize the environmental impact of consumerism through high quality goods. The slow fashion movement stems from the slow living movement encouraging brands to consider how apparel is made and what the supply chain looks like. Discover 15+ slow fashion brands to shop and add to your conscious closet.
Read MoreLet’s explore what petite clothing is, some sustainable materials to look for when shopping, and meet some of the best petite clothing brands using eco-friendly materials. As a petite woman myself I’ve got some tips & a great list for you!
Read MoreThe Good Tee is a sustainable clothing brand focusing on high quality Fairtrade Certified organic cotton t-shirts. This socially responsible brand allows ethical shoppers to easily learn about the transparent supply chain and trace the manufacturing process through videos and resources highlighting The Good Tee’s partner suppliers and the materials used.
Read MorePassion Lilie’s bold style empowers consumers wearing their apparel and the artisans who craft these beautiful goods. Passion Lilie provides sustainable employment opportunities to artisans in India through the crafting of eco-friendly clothing and accessories.
Read MoreEthical and sustainable fashion can be tricky to find in general, but especially for sizes that aren't in the S-L range. Check out these size inclusive clothing brands that carry XL-6XL! Some say plus size, I personally am not a fan of this phrase because it seems to separate these sizes as "the other." XL and up are sizes too! The reality is people wear a variety of sizes and the clothing industry shouldn't shame people based on their size or make it more difficult for XL+ to find clothes.
Read MoreWorking out can have a positive impact on your health and body, so why not clothe your body in love too! Make sure your workout apparel has a positive impact on the planet & other people with these sustainable brands.
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