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13 Affordable Ethically Made T-Shirt Brands Using Eco Materials

13 Affordable Ethically Made T-Shirt Brands Using Eco Materials

Basic 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.

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellSeptember 21, 2026guides, ethical fashion guide, ETHICAL SHOPPING GUIDE, ethical shopping guide, ethical clothes, ethical clothing, ethical clothing for men, ethical clothing for women, ethical clothing brandsComment

12+ Sustainable Brands with Labor Day Weekend Sales 2026

12+ Sustainable Brands with Labor Day Weekend Sales 2026

Labor Day weekend is known for sales that celebrate the back to school rush. If you choose to celebrate Labor Day by shopping, please shop responsibly! To make this easier we’ve made a list of the best Labor Day weekend sales from ethical & sustainable brands!

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellAugust 21, 2026ethical shopping guideComment

12 Top Ethical & Sustainable Clothing Brands for Eco-Conscious Men

Let’s explore the concept of sustainable clothing, discuss the drawbacks of regular men's clothing, highlight eco-friendly materials to look for, and meet some of the best sustainable clothing brands for men.

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10 Sustainable Spring & Summer Dress Brands for Eco-friendly Style

10 Sustainable Spring & Summer Dress Brands for Eco-friendly Style

Summer style is as easy as finding a cute sustainable dress…no pants required. Plus sundresses are comfortable during warmer weather and great for heading to the beach in! Let’s explore some eco-friendly fabrics to look for when shopping for sundresses, a few brands to kick start your sustainable closet with, and some dresses that I’m currently loving.

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45+ Sustainable Black Owned Businesses to Shop

By using your purchase power to support Black owned businesses, you’re investing in Black communities.

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30 Ethical Jewelry & Accessory Brands for Impactful Style

Ethical jewelry and accessories are a great starting point for joining the conscious consumerism movement. Add some sparkle and shine to any outfit with these ethical fashion accessory brands. Check out these inspirational jewelry brands using their accessories to empower others and create social change. You’ll discover sustainable style, fair trade jewelry, and accessories handmade with love.

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellMarch 13, 2026ethical fashion tips, guides, ethical fashion guide, ethical brand guide, ethical jewelry brands, ethical jewelry, ethical shopping guide, fair trade jewelry Comments

5 Eco Shoe Brands Your Feet Will Love

These ethical and sustainable shoe brands are focusing on transparent supply chains, eco-friendly materials, and fair labor practices. This guide features eco-conscious sandals, handmade boots, and ethical sneakers. I’ve tried shoes from all of these socially responsible brands and have never been disappointed. Learn about these shoe companies and support their missions.

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellMarch 11, 2026sustainable style, ethical fashion guide, guides, ethical brand guide, ETHICAL SHOPPING GUIDE, ethical shoes, ethical shopping guide, upcycled shoes, fair trade shoesComment

The Guide to Certified B Corporations & a List of Brands to Shop

If you’re looking to further your impact by supporting socially responsible companies learning about B Corporations is a great place to start. In this guide we’re talking about what a B Corp is, why the certification is important, and B Corps you can easily support through your shopping habits. By shopping these retailers you are voting with your wallet and showing your support for holding brands accountable.

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellMarch 10, 2026sustainable tips, ethical shopping guide, fair trade brand, front, instagram post Comments

14 Best Slow Fashion Brands for Small Batch & Ethical Style

Slow 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.

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellMarch 1, 2026slow fashion, slow fashion brand, ethical clothing, ethical brand, ethical brand guide, ethical brands, sustainable clothes, sustainable clothing brands, ethical shoes, fair trade shoes, front, instagram post, ethical shopping guide, ethical brand saleComment

Where to Shop Ethically? 15 Impactful Eco Online Boutiques

Online ethical boutiques are a great way to shop, especially if you’re new to ethical fashion & conscious consumerism. These socially responsible boutiques expose consumers to new ethical brands & allow shoppers to purchase from multiple brands in one place. But “where to shop ethically online?” is a common question. These online social impact boutiques are great one-stop shops for eco-friendly clothing, gifts that give back, sustainable furniture, fair trade fashion, and more. This guide helps ethical shoppers discover online stores that match their values allowing them to shop with impact.

Conscious Living, Ethical fashionEmily WaddellFebruary 19, 2026ethical fashion tips, ethical shops, ethical online shops, shopping ethically, online shopping, ethical gifting, ethical gifts, guides, ethical fashion guide, ethical brand guide, ethical shopping guide, popular postsComment

2026 Ethical & Eco Valentine's Day Gift Guide for Thoughtful Gifting

2026 Ethical & Eco Valentine's Day Gift Guide for Thoughtful Gifting

Celebrating Valentine’s Day with someone special, Galentine’s day with your friends, or celebrating self love with some quality YOU time? We’ve got ethical Valentine’s Day gifts for everyone! Discover ethical and sustainable Valentine’s Day gift ideas that are made with love! If we’re celebrating love I think the gifts we give should be made with love for other people and the planet too! If you choose to give gifts, obviously gifts are NOT a must when it comes to love!

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellJanuary 26, 2026gift guide, ethical gift ideas, ethical gift guide, sustainable gifts for her, ethical gifts, ethical shopping guide, valentines day, ethical gifting, giftsComment

19 Affordable Ethical & Eco Clothing Brands to Ditch Fast Fashion 2026

Starting a conscious closet can be overwhelming and I think price point tends to turn a lot of people away. There is a misconception that ethical fashion has to be more expensive. I don't think it HAS to be expensive. I think you have to know how to shop it. Here are a few brands and discount codes to give you a few ideas on how to shop ethically on a budget. These affordable ethical clothing brands are sure to jump start your conscious closet!

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellJanuary 22, 2026guides, ethical fashion tips, ethical fashion brands, discount, discount ethical fashion, discount code, ethical brand guide, popular posts, ETHICAL SHOPPING GUIDE, ethical shopping guide Comments

20+ Discount Codes for Ethical & Sustainable Holiday Shopping

To encourage shopping responsibly this holiday season, I’ve partnered with some ethical and sustainable brands on some discount codes.

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15+ Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sales From Sustainable Brands 2025

15+ Black Friday & Cyber Monday Sales From Sustainable Brands 2025

If you choose to participate in Black Friday, Cyber Monday, or any of the sales this week, I encourage you to check out these Ethical & Sustainable Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. Shop ethical brands and make a difference with your purchases. By choosing ethical brands you’re buying from actual people, supporting small businesses, and empowering everyone within the supply chain.

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30 Unique Ethical & Eco-friendly Gift Ideas Under $30

Giving ethical and sustainable gifts doesn’t have to be expensive! Check out these 30 ethical gifts under $30! Discover gifts that give back, fair trade goodies, sustainable style, & more.

Conscious LivingEmily WaddellOctober 28, 2025ethical gifts, gifts, gift guide, ethical gifting, ethical gift ideas, ethical brand guide, ethical shopping guide, holidaysComment

33 Ethical & Sustainable Clothing Brands for Mindful Style

Ethical clothing brands can be tricky to find, but don’t worry! This is the ultimate guide to discover fair trade fashion, sustainable clothing, and socially responsible companies to make your wardrobe more meaningful.

10 Sustainable Workwear Brands for Stylish Professional Women

Finding ethical and sustainable clothing that is formal enough to wear to work can be a challenge! Luckily there are a few awesome brands leading the way. This guide is meant to make your ethical shopping easier by featuring some socially responsible clothes for work. Check out these fun blazers, fair trade button downs, and other versatile clothing that can be dressed up or down for whatever your work day holds! These clothing brands have a wide range of patterns and prints encouraging those with minimalist or bold style to take part in sustainable workwear.

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellSeptember 16, 2025ethical fashion guide, ethical brand guide, ethical shopping guide, ethical clothing for women, sustainable clothes, sustainable clothing brands Comments

The Ultimate Guide to Fair Trade Fashion: 16 Brands I Love

Fair trade clothing companies are fighting against fast fashion by offering their garment workers livable wages, respectable working conditions, and empowering the people through out their supply chain. Wear your values with these fair trade clothing brands changing the world! This list of fair trade clothing brands even has a pricing guide to accommodate various budgets. While not all of these brands are officially fair trade certified, they all use fair trade principles through out their supply chain. Clothing companies certified by a third party fair trade organization are specified below.

Ethical fashionEmily WaddellJune 4, 2025ethical fashion clothing, ethical fashion guide, guides, ethical fashion, fair trade clothing, fair trade clothes, fair trade brand, ethical shopping guideComment

7 Ethical Eco Clothing Brands You Can Buy at Nordstrom

I think one of the best ways to introduce shoppers to conscious consumerism is by meeting them where they are already shopping. Ethical fashion options at the mall tend to be pretty limited, however, Nordstrom does carry a few ethical clothing brands. Although at a higher price point, this allows consumers the opportunity to try on and fall in love with ethical fashion.

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellJune 2, 2025ethical fashion tips, ethical fashion, guides, ethical fashion brands, ethical brand guide, ethical shopping guide, ethical clothes, sustainable clothes, sustainable clothing, sustainable clothing brands, sustainable fashionComment

7 Ethical & Eco Alternatives to Fast Fashion Favorites

Based 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!

Ethical FashionEmily WaddellMay 12, 2025ethical fashion tips, ethical fashion clothing, ethical clothing brands, guides, ethical fashion guide, ethical brand guide, ethical clothes, ethical clothing for women, ethical clothing, ethical fashion accessories, ethical fashion blog, ethical fashion brands, ethical shopping guide, ethical brandsComment