Converting Your Closet to Sustainable and Ethical
- start with basics
- invest in garments that have value and will last
- look for statement pieces that are versatile
Small changes CAN make a difference!
look below for companies that make new clothes with sustainable fabrics & recycled materials – all with ethical practices
Made with long staple cotton and cellulose fibers
Uses just 8 gallons of water per pair of jeans compared to 1500 gallons on average
The plant recycles 98% of the water they use and is partially powered by solar energy
B corp – each item sold helps remove 1 lb of trash from oceans and waterways
Everything is made with ethical manufacturing practices
Make small batches of items and source natural materials to reduce waste from fast fashion
Employ people in rural areas who use traditional skills
Use low impact dyes and natural materials
Use organic cotton, recycled polyester and recycled plastic
Factories are held to the highest ethical certifications
Profits help benefit in-need communities
Use 100% organic cotton which helps save gallons of water per garment
Fair trade factory certified
Utilizes Giveback Boxes – will take back garments after they have been worn
Produce limited quantities for eliminating waste
Endorsers of circular fashion
Use oxo-biodegradable mailer bags
Ensures fair, safe and clean workplace conditions for their workers
Use organic and recycled materials, low-impact dyes, and water-conserving machines
Recycle all cutting waste
Recycle water and reuse non-harsh chemicals to prevent contamination
Use recycled cotton and other sustainable fabrics
Re-Fashion 