A wide range of fashion brands have adopted responsible modes of production in response to the growing demand for eco-friendly and ethically made clothing. From activewear companies to knitwear labels, we’ve rounded up twelve of the best sustainable clothing brands to shop from in 2022.
Treedog
Treedog is a Dubai-based brand known for its patterned, unisex clothing. At its heart, the brand’s ethos is conscious and creative, and its newest fashion line, ‘The Sustainable Collection,’ communicates that sentiment well. Treedog’s ‘The Sustainable Collection’ is a stylish line of unisex clothes that are made in the UAE using eco-friendly materials. The print-heavy garments are comfortable to wear and easy on the environment, making them a great choice for everyday wear.
Explore Treedog’s ‘The Sustainable Collection’ here.
E.L.V. Denim
E.L.V. Denim is a zero-waste label that brings quality denim to the market while minimizing its impact on the environment. It employs a circular fashion model in its procurement practices, using 100% old and discarded denim for each garment. By doing so, E.L.V. Denim drastically reduces the amount of water used to make a pair of jeans. Typically, it takes 10,000 litres of water to make the one new pair, whereas E.L.V. Denim uses just 7 litres. Their production method is as vital as denim is in our everyday wardrobes.
Learn more about E.L.V. Denim here.
Girlfriend Collective
This activewear label provides quality basics at a low cost to the environment by utilising recycled fabrics to create its products. These items are manufactured in an SA8000-certified factory, which means the working conditions for the factory employees are strictly regulated: guaranteeing them a livable wage and safe working conditions. In our view, that makes the clothes all the more valuable.
Discover more about Girlfriend Collective here.
The Giving Movement
The Giving Movement is a sustainable label based in the UAE that sources materials and manufactures its items locally. Localising product development has helped the brand maintain high standards in its factories for the employees working within them, guaranteeing socially responsible working conditions. The products are made with recycled and organic materials and are positioned to fit the lifestyle and culture of the UAE by making modest shopping easy. It’s a win-win for customers and the environment.
Shop The Giving Movement here.
Charlotte Simone
Charlotte Simone’s guiding philosophy is simple: to make slow, but better garments. The London-based designer Charlotte Simone created her eponymous fashion label in 2015 and adopted a conscious consumerism model to the brand during Covid by creating limited-edition drops. By following this production model, the company can make small quantities of its colourful faux fur coats and avoid creating waste. Setting your iPhone alarm for the drop is part of the buying experience.
Learn more about Charlotte Simone here.
PANGAIA
Pangaia creates loungewear by combining science with fashion. The brand uses advanced technology to make its soft and stylish sweats using innovative fibres that are derived from plants and fruits. This brand is exciting to watch because of its creative team. For example, when materials the brand needs are not available in a biodegradable grade (like thermals), it will create its own. In doing so, Pangaia tackles environmental issues head-on by filling gaps in the market and gaps in our closets.
Shop Pangaia’s line here.
Sheep Inc.
Sheep Inc. is a carbon-negative knitwear label that prioritises the environment when creating its products, from material sources to manufacturing. The sheep used to develop their knitwear are based at a farm in New Zealand registered with the ZQ programme, ensuring the highest animal welfare standards. The cosy tops and sweaters are stylish and in factories powered by solar energy. It’s clothing you feel good in and good about.
Discover Sheep Inc. knitwear here.
Chopova Lowena
Does this skirt look familiar? That’s likely because you’ve seen a similar one on Harry Styles, Dua Lipa, Olivia Rodrigo, Badbunny, or one of the other starlets who have worn one of Chopova Lowena’s styles. The popular skirts are made sustainably with upcycled fabrics that have been diverted from landfills and into your closet.
Explore the collection here.
ARAK Studio
ARAK Studio is a menswear label based in Jordan, founded in 2018. The company utilises local artisans, materials, and manufacturers to create comfortable men’s clothing, some made from deadstock fabrics. The standards for employee labour conditions and community are crucial to the brand, which provides opportunities for growth within the company to local artisanal women and refugees. It’s an ideal label for people shopping in warmer climates, as the collection is mainly comprised of 100% linen material.
Discover more about ARAK Studio here.
Sarah O. Robinson
Sarah O. Robinson is the eponymous label of the English designer behind the brand. Robinson creates her ready-to-wear line by extending the lifecycle of deadstock men’s garments. The Sarah O. Robinson signature style includes dynamic cut-outs, strappy ties, and thoughtful detailing–transforming the idea of a power suit.
Discover Sarah O. Robinson’s clothing here.
Re/Done
RE/DONE is a luxury denim company that uses preloved materials to create its one-of-a-kind garments. Their denim jeans are part of the model-off-duty uniform worn by street-style icons like Gigi Hadid, Emily Ratakowzki, Zoe Kravitz, and Kendall Jenner. RE/DONE’s high-quality and mindful practices have gained well-earned notoriety in the fashion industry.
Discover RE/DONE denim here.
Organic Basics
Organic Basics is a Danish brand that offers eco-friendly wardrobe staples. Its neutral collection of long-lasting clothing ranges from underwear to denim, made primarily from recycled materials and renewable fibres. The brand’s commitment to the environment impacts how Organic Basics makes its way to your closet, from the eco-friendly start of the supply chain to your hands.
Learn more about Organic Basics here.
