Posts in Ethical Fashion
12 Eco-friendly Backpack Brands Using Sustainable Materials

If you are living a sustainable lifestyle, or you are wanting to start, an eco-friendly backpack is a great purchase for this. In today’s post you’ll learn more about why to choose an ethical backpack, the benefits, and a few brands to look at. By the end of the post you’ll have all you need to make an informed decision when purchasing your eco-friendly backpack.

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7 Ethical & Sustainable Old Navy Alternatives

Old Navy is a popular "American" brand that sells casual clothes for men, women, and children through their stores or online. Most of their clothes are relatively low-priced with basic long sleeved tees starting off at around $12 and most jeans ranging $30-$50. Customers can find trendy pieces such as boots, sunglasses and scarves for only $10-$20. However, these affordable deals can come at the cost of the environment and garment workers. Let's explore the sustainability of Old Navy & learn about other ethical, eco-friendly brands that have a similar style and price point.

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14 Best Ethical & Sustainable Loungewear Brands for Staying Comfy

Luckily, there are many amazing eco-friendly and ethical loungewear brands these days, which means not only can you get outfits that look stylish, are comfortable, and you can rest easy knowing that they were made by employees who were treated fairly, using eco-conscious materials and respecting the environment.

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9 Amazing Hemp Clothing Brands for Sustainable Style

Hemp clothing is becoming increasingly more popular with the rise of sustainable fashion. Hemp has had a complicated past as it was incredibly popular, but a step decline in America with the rise of cotton. However, with eco-friendly clothing becoming more popular hemp has made a comeback. Let’s explore this fiber! This guide features 8 hemp fashion brands worth checking out if you’re interested in hemp clothing.

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8 Ethical Clothing Brands College Students Will Love & Can Actually Afford

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.

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50+ Ethical & Sustainable Clothing Brands for Mindful Style

Ethical 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.

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Meet Flood Clothing: Creative Upcycled Clothes from Recycled Materials

Flood 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.

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15 Sustainable Dresses for Cute & Conscious Spring Style

As the weather warms up for spring we can pull out our new dresses! While the most sustainable practice is to rewear the dresses in your closet, if you choose to purchase a new dress this spring these eco-friendly and ethical brands have some great options. Discover organic cotton, linen, and dresses made from reclaimed fabrics.

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15+ 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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What is Circular Fashion? The Future of Sustainable Style

In 2017 Brismar defined circular fashion as clothes, shoes or accessories that are designed, sourced, produced and provided with the intention to be used and circulate responsibly and effectively in society for as long as possible in their most valuable form, and hereafter return safely to the biosphere when no longer of human use.

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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.

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