The 40 Best Sustainable Brands Helping the Planet

By now, sustainability in fashion has become far more than just a buzzword. What started as an intermittent trend has turned into a full-blown movement, an ethos that all companies have had to adopt in one way or another, especially in a time of hyperawareness over issues like climate change, animal welfare, fair trade, and waste. Increased accountability is undoubtedly great for everyone, not least of all for the conscientious shoppers among us, who no longer have to look far and wide for sustainable options.

A number of brands, from pioneers like Maison de Mode to noteworthy newcomers like Thierra Nuestra, are creating good-for-the-planet clothes and accessories that we actually want to wear. Whether you're in search of a vegan shoe designer or have committed to buying upcycled only, T&C has curated 40 labels you'll feel good about adding to the shopping list—just in time for Earth Day.

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Nicky Hilton x French Sole

maison-de-mode.com

$165.00

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Nicky Hilton joins forces with French Sole, aka the Upper East Side ballet flat experts, to debut a 100% sustainable shoe collection. Each shoe is cruelty free, eco-friendly, and ten percent of each sale will benefit Well Beings, an environmental and animal welfare charity.

Untitled in Motion

untitledinmotion.com

$240.00

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Every one of Untitled in Motion’s dreamy designs are sustainable works of art, produced using TENCEL Luxe, a textile derived from renewable wood sources. To reduce water waste, they also digitally print their tranquil designs with the use of non-toxic dyes.

Caes + Net Sustain

net-a-porter.com

$415.00

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Caes is a strong believer in slow fashion and clothing made to last. The brand made it their mission to responsibly produce clothes only using materials with the smallest carbon footprint that meet the highest standards of current certification.

Loewe

thewebster.us

$2350.00

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This handcrafted, woven bag comes from Loewe: Surplus Project, the brand’s step towards sustainability, presented through accessories made from high quality surplus materials from previous collections. The house’s signature smooth and soft-grained calfskin is meticulously braided together in a lattice formation to create this very responsible handbag.

Thierra Nuestra

thierranuestra.com

$390.00

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Thierra Nuestra, which launched in May 2020, works with communities in Peru—and showcases the techniques and family traditions of Peruvian artisans through fair trade—to create beautiful hand-crafted knit pieces made from natural yarns like alpaca and pima cotton.

Amur

amur.com

$398.00

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Amur was born from the idea that great style does not have to come at the expense of the environment. It's ingrained in every aspect of the NYC brand, from concept to creation. They exclusively use organic and natural fabrics, as well as reclaimed fibers that conserve material resources, and trims created by artisan collectives in the developing world.

YanYan

nordstrom.com

$395.00

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YanYan is a knitwear brand based out of Hong Kong that utilizes recycled yarn, thereby stopping it from entering a landfill.

Petit Kouraj

shopbop.com

$245.00

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Petit Kouraj ("little courage" in Haitian Creole) is the brainchild of fashion stylist Nasrin Jean-Baptiste. Brooklyn-based, but handmade by local artisans in her parents’ native Haiti, all of the brand's materials are responsibly sourced.

Tu Es Mon Tresor

matchesfashion.com

$295.00

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Luxury women’s denim brand Tu Es Mon Tresor (“you are my treasure”) places craftsmanship at its heart. Every piece is perfected through the use of the highest quality materials Japan has to offer, so you know it will last.

Careste

careste.com

$450.00

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Careste disrupts the traditional luxury supply chain by creating sustainable, individually made, custom fitted clothing, sold direct to consumer. These quality, zero-waste pieces will easily become your newest wardrobe staples, meant to be worn again and again.

Abacaxi NYC

abacaxi-nyc.com

$425.00

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Abacaxi is a South Asian-American owned brand whose natural fiber pieces are sustainably produced in small batches by skilled artisans and weavers in India and Peru. Any of their vibrant, travel-inspired pieces would make a wonderful, bold addition to your summer wardrobe.

Rentrayage

rentrayage.com

$630.00

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Rentrayage, derived from the French word meaning "to mend and make whole again,” brings back old clothes, vintage fabrics, and dead-stock to last a lifetime. Each repurposed vintage piece is one-of-a-kind and 100% upcycled.

Bleusalt

bleusalt.com

$175.00

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California-based Bleu Salt creates 100% sustainable basics to wear from season to season, using vegan, cruelty-free, and antimicrobial fabric that embodies the beauty and comfort of luxury cashmere.

Eleven Six

eleven-six.co

$298.00

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Eleven Six’s pieces are handmade by artisans in Peru and Bolivia using Alpaca yarns.

Outerknown

outerknown.com

$168.00

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All of Outerknown’s pieces are wardrobe staples, but this Sidney sweater really takes the cake. It’s made of 60% organic cotton, which eliminates all the synthetic chemicals that hurt the planet and impact working conditions for cotton farmers.

Brother Vellies

brothervellies.com

$595.00

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Brother Vellies shoes are handmade by artisans around the globe—and guaranteed to become your new favorite accessory.

Aera

aeranewyork.com

$395.00

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A metallic sandal is perfect for the summer, especially when it’s by Aera and entirely vegan.

Thrilling Vintage

shopthrilling.com

$52.00

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Shopping second-hand is always the most sustainable route, and Thrilling Vintage makes finding the best vintage pieces an effortless feat.

O2 Monde

o2monde.com

$388.00

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O2 Monde checks every box: stylish, vegan, handmade by artisans in Italy with plant-based skins. On top of that, 1% of their profits are donated to 1% for the Planet.

Kúr

kurcollection.com

$350.00

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Kúr is known for their bobbin lace, which is handmade by Sri Lankan artisans using traditional methods dating back to the 1600s. And with puff sleeves trending again for spring, there’s no better option.

Alohas

alohas.io

$183.00

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Alohas shoes are always super chic, but when they give back to the planet as well, what’s not to love? A preorder system prevents overproduction and the brand's suppliers work with the Leather Working Group, the world’s largest leather sustainability program.

House of 950

shophouseof950.com

$12.00

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House of 950 creates most garments on a made-to-order model to limit waste and overproduction. They also use fabrics from suppliers with transparent and ethical supply chains. The designs, as evidenced by this tee, are witty, chic, and whimsical.

Ophelia & Indigo

opheliaandindigo.com

$95.00

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Ophelia & Indigo are committed to creating beautiful garments without the excessive waste. They meet this goal by producing limited quantities, and using surplus fabrics to make pajamas for the Pajama Program. Plus this Poppy top is exactly what we want to wear all summer.

The Oula Company

theoulacompany.com

$325.00

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The Oula Company uses deadstock textiles to create their unique designs, which are then hand sewn and produced in the USA.

Cacto

cacto.green

$125.00

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A pioneer of the cactus leather movement, Cacto creates each bag from organic, cruelty free, and non-toxic cactus leather. They even water the cacti with rainwater, no irrigation system required!

Nanushka

nanushka.com

$495.00

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Nanushka approaches design through a sustainable lens, focusing on craftsmanship, high quality materials (including vegan leather), and building strong relationships with the artisans that produce their clothing and accessories.

Maggie Marilyn

saksfifthavenue.com

$565.00

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The health of our planet is at the forefront of every Maggie Marilyn design. The brand’s commitment to sustainability shines through their use of only high quality, organic, recycled or sustainable fabrics and materials, and the manufacturing is done locally in New Zealand.

Rejina Pyo

brownsfashion.com

$625.00

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Every garment by the London-based brand is designed with quality, functionality, and sustainability in mind—and are built to last a long time.

Pangaia

thepangaia.com

$65.00

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Pangaia designs textile innovations for a better future. These thoughtful wardrobe essentials are produced using bio-based, recycled fibers made from recycled plastic bottles and natural botanical dyes from plants.

Bode

matchesfashion.com

$525.00

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Bode’s one-of-a-kind clothing is handcrafted using cuts from antique fabrics, Victorian quilts, grain sacks, and bed linens. The NYC brand also creates pieces that are easy to tailor—her tailor shop is conveniently located next to the flagship store.

The Wasted Co

thewastedco.com

$300.00

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Sustainability is a part of each stage of creation at the Wasted Co, including eco-friendly production and fabrics. Most notable is the brand’s use of Japanese Washi, a fabric created from tree bark fibers using craft techniques dating back 1,400 years.

Re/Done

net-a-porter.com

$265.00

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RE/DONE is the go-to when it comes to luxury upcycling—they specialize in jeans but have a variety of tops and dresses, too.

Mara Hoffman

net-a-porter.com

$275.00

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Mara Hoffman prioritizes recycled, organic, and natural fibers for the base of her garments and works with artisans worldwide to create beautiful pieces.

Merlette

merlettenyc.com

$420.00

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Merlette’s essential designs—the brand is known for their all-natural fibers and beautiful bespoke finishes—are thoughtful, stylish, and timeless.

Ganni

ganni.com

$285.00

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Ganni is taking a stand and making responsible changes to counteract the inherent damage the fashion industry has on the environment. Introduction of certified, organic, and recycled fabrics into their collections is just one step the brand is taking along with a take-back and rental program to reduce post-consumer waste.

Gabriela Hearst

ganni.com

$285.00

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From the beginning, Gabriela Hearst has committed to sustainability by focusing on products that are well-made so they last longer and stay in people’s closets (and out of landfills). By producing handbag lines in limited quantities and introducing deadstock fabrics into her collection, Hearst has continued to make a name for herself in the sustainability sphere. In 2019, just 4 years after her debut, she produced the first ever carbon neutral runway show.

Veja

nordstrom.com

$145.00

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With their belief in transparency and organic materials, Veja is as open and honest about sourcing and productions chain as one can ask. Their site details everything from their B Corp certifications that break down their environmentally friendly practices to their supplier workplace Code of Conduct that bans child labor and ensures worker safety.

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Babaã

babaa.es

230.00

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All Babaà wool is 100% natural, and pieces are made locally in Spain by artisans. Also, samples are donated to CEAR, a refugee center in Getafe, Madrid.

Stella McCartney

farfetch.com

$645.00

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A brand that, since Day 1, has stayed away from leather, feathers, and fur, Stella McCartney has been making strides for the past 20 years to be kinder to the planet. From switching to 100% sustainable viscose instead of using virgin cashmere, to making sure all packaging is certified sustainable and installing solar powered lights in stores, the brand shows how big change can come from even the largest of producers.

AnotherTomorrow

anothertomorrow.co

$590.00

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Another Tomorrow’s pieces are made using organic and recycled materials, even some of the buttons are recycled polyester!