The Best Sustainable Brands for Every Style

How to dress sustainably and still look cute

by LILY TUBMAN ★ NOVEMBER 5, 2019

When you think of shopping sustainably your first thought is probably thrift shopping or buying second-hand clothes on apps like Depop and Poshmark. While these are two easy ways to shop sustainably, they’re not for everyone. Whether you don’t have the patience, or you’ve already sifted through the thrift stores of Syracuse, thrift shopping isn’t the only option. Here is your guide to sustainable shopping, for when you don’t feel like digging through piles of clothes but still want to do good for the planet! 

Reformation:

A staple in all of your favorite celebrities’ closets, Reformation was one of the first sustainable brands that has taken off and proved it’s not only cool but also cute to care about the environment. The brand prides itself on using sustainable fabrics and producing their clothes in handpicked factories that treat and pay their workers fairly. 

Credit: Reformation

Credit: Reformation

Everlane:

Everlane should be everyone’s go to for the best basics. While it may be pricier than Brandy Melville, these pieces are made to last. Using ethical factories and always disclosing how your clothes are made and even how much it costs to make them, Everlane totally transparent throughout the entire process. 

Credit: Everlane

Credit: Everlane

Levi’s:

Not only do they make timeless denim, but Levi’s has also taken many steps to reduce their carbon footprint. The brand has started various initiatives geared toward reducing the effects fashion has on climate change, as well as being strong advocates for other social issues such as LGBTQ+ rights and more.

Credit: Levi’s

Credit: Levi’s

Madewell:

Along with including tips for living a more eco-friendly lifestyle on their website, Madewell has partnered with Fair Trade USA to produce more sustainable clothing while supporting factories that provide fair benefits, equal pay and a voice for their workers. They also offer denim recycling at all their storefronts, where you can bring in your “pre-loved” denim and get $20 to buy a new pair. Your old pair of jeans will be turned into housing insulation by the company Cotton’s Blue Jeans Go Green.

Credit: Madewell

Credit: Madewell