Sustainable Clothing Brands You'll Want to Wear Now
Get the best of both worlds with these stylish and sustainable brands.
Brands that are committed to sustainability are worth celebrating. The fashion-forward pieces they produce are eco-friendly—so not only do you look good in them, but you feel good, too. We’re proud to offer an assortment of sustainable brands, which is why we’re highlighting those that make it their mission to find great quality clothing. So keep reading for spring style inspiration from brands that are responsibly made, sustainably sourced, or manufactured in factories that meet higher social or environmental standards.
Sustainable clothing brands we love
Theory
Using ethically sourced organic textiles developed at sustainable mills, including wool, cotton, and linen, they’re aiming to have 100% traceable fabrics by 2025.
Eileen Fisher
An early adopter of sustainability, they have set standards for everything from factory conditions to economic empowerment for international artisan communities.
Treasure & Bond
This Nordstrom Made brand partners with WE Schools service learning program, which helps students organize around community issues like homelessness and safe drinking water.
AG
Their Good Karma initiative has pioneered the use of lasers instead of chemicals for fading denim, as well as a filtration system that saves more than 100,000 gallons of water each day.
Girlfriend Collective
Their regularly audited factory in Vietnam pays a living wage to workers who are allowed to unionize, responsibly crafting activewear made from post-consumer plastic.
Zella
Another Nordstrom Made brand that also creates sustainable activewear from recycled plastic, while partnering with a non-profit that champions working standards for low-income women.
Veja
This design-forward brand collaborates with designers such as Rick Owens on sneakers constructed with fair-trade, organic materials. One quarter of their styles are vegan.
DeMellier
These award-winning bags are produced in limited quantities to reduce waste. Every piece sold funds life-saving vaccines for children in Somalia and Zambia—more than 90,000 to date.
Polished pieces
An eco-friendly outfit that is polished, classic, and can be worn over and over again? Yes, it’s possible and easy to achieve with labels like Theory, Reformation, and AG. These brands produce great quality basics that’ll carry you throughout multiple seasons. To get the most wear out of your workwear—even if you’re just working from home—we suggest going with a neutral color palette so that it can be styled in a variety of different combinations. And since no outfit is complete without great accessories, pull the look together with sustainable brands like Akola, Treasure & Bond, and DIFF.
Casual weekend looks
When the weekend rolls around, it’s time to relax and take it easy. And what better way to do it than with a top and jeans that are equal parts comfortable and chic. A relaxed-fit top with ruffle detailing dials up the overall impact of this casual look especially when paired with slightly distressed skinny jeans. Look for pieces from brands like AG and n:PHILANTHROPY. Then to give the outfit a spring touch, complete the look with a lightweight hat, animal-print sandals, and canvas tote—Treasure & Bond always gets it right with fashion-forward yet sustainable accessories.
Activewear and athleisure
Whether you plan on firing up your favorite workout video or simply have a laid-back day ahead, dress for it with an outfit that is designed to move with you. A seamless sports bra and leggings with pocket detailing create the perfect base. Brands like Zella and Girlfriend Collective create functional and fashionable pieces that are great for both activewear and athleisure looks. Add an oversized tank and a lightweight linen jacket on top and bring the outfit together with easy slip-on shoes by TOMS and sunglasses by DIFF.
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