It’s been quite a while (over a year!) since I posted a list of ethical brands here on Truncation. When I wrote that list, I had just started my ethical fashion journey and, well, I was kind of a newby.
So I did some research via google search and created a list.
Well I’ve learned a bit since then so I wanted to do an updated list for you guys.
So today I’m sharing 65 ethical fashion brands that I’ve come to know and love!
Now just as a disclaimer: There are many, many more brands than the ones I have listed below. One thing I have learned is that Instagram is a great way to find and connect with ethical brands so have some fun searching under #ethicalfashion or #fairfashion if you’re looking for new brands.
But with that said, here’s my updated list (listed alphabetically):
- 31 Bits: 100% recycled bead products made by Ugandan women
- Ace & Jig: cool textiles with lots of color and patterns
- Agolde Jeans: Madewell esque denim styles, but more ethically produced.
- Albion Fit: high quality swimwear and athletic wear in luxurious fabrics
- Alternative Apparel: Basics in soft, high quality fabrics.
- Amour Vert: A great place for basics, with a bit of a trendy spin
- Angela Roi: vegan designer quality bags in sleek, minimal designs
- Bead and Reel: a one stop shop for ethical fashion
- Brass: a great place to get smart basics for working women.
- Bryr Clogs: Every style of wooden clog you could want (not Vegan).
- Christy Dawn: feminine fabrics with vintage inspiration. Lots of florals and pastels!
- Claus Jewelry: fine jewelry in simple, minimal designs.
- Corinne Collection: structured, minimalist pieces with high quality materials
- Cuyana: timeless classics in neutral shades. Think elevated business casual.
- Doen: So much dreaminess! Intricate details in vintage inspired pieces.
- Dwell and Slumber: They only do one thing, but they do it well: buttery soft house dresses you can live in.
- Eileen Fisher: an ethical fashion powerhouse. Lots of linen and modern cuts.
- Either/Or NYC: Handmade leather sandals in classic, yet cool styles.
- Elizabeth Suzanne: timeless classics in modern cuts and beautifully drapey fabrics.
- Embers Cinders: For all you vintage lovers. She curates the most dreamy, vintage dresses.
- Esby Apparel: High quality, timeless pieces meant to last for ages. Lots of structure, but easy to wear.
- Everlane: Ethical fashion made affordable and accessible.
- FashionABLE: sustainably made leather goods and jewelry. Think designer quality bags and shoes.
- Fibre Athletics: organic and recycled fair trade active wear. What’s not to love?
- Finisterre: Think: ethical version of Billabong or Quicksilver.
- Fortress of Inca: mens and womens leather shoes in trendy, yet classic styles.
- Garmentory: a curated market chock full of boutiques and designers you’ll swoon over.
- Grammar Company: Another one for you vintage lovers. Here you’ll find lots of 90’s cool pieces.
- Hackwith Design House: Lots of small batch pieces that will ensure a unique addition to your closet.
- Helpsy: Best summed up as the ethical version of Urban Outfitters.
- Igigi: plus size dresses in curve flattering silhouettes.
- It is Well L.A.: neutral basics in the softest fabrics
- Jesse Kamm: Modern, California cool styles.
- Little Mooney: Hand made play clothes for the little ones in your life.
- Little Tienda: Inspired by Mexican artisanship. Lots of bright colors and embroidery.
- Lotta from Stockholm: A more affordable version of the Swedish clog (with a few vegan options!)
- Lykke Wullf: really unique pieces with a bit of an Anthropologie vibe.
- Mini Mocks: Baby shoes and gear in ethical, non toxic materials.
- Miranda Bennett Studio: Plant Dyed Apparel in soft, drapey styles.
- Monkee Jeans: eco and ethical denim in a variety of on trend styles.
- Naja: ethical lingerie. Enough said.
- Nicora: American, handmade vegan shoes.
- Nisolo: Handmade, leather shoes and bags.
- Noonday Collection: fair trade, artisan jewelry and accessories.
- Nudie: ethical and organic cotton denim (plus other goodies)
- Odd Bird Co.: Homemade Turkish textiles in modern silhouettes.
- Off On: the place to go to find unique, quality linen and cotton hand sewn pieces.
- Oliberte: outdoor inspired shoes and gear made in Africa in an effort to support workers’ rights.
- Oma the Label: Black owned jewelry label with classic, cool pieces
- Only Child: designed to be wardrobe workhouses. Clean lines in effortless fabrics and colors.
- Ovate: Inspired by nature. Natural materials and basic color schemes.
- Ozma: Classic silhouettes with a slightly boho vibe.
- Pact: Your go to for simple basics and undergarments.
- Patagonia: A mainstream brand for outdoorsy and active lifestyle apparel.
- People Tree: One of the original and more well known ethical companies. Best described as trendy yet basic.
- Power of my People: Simple linen shirts that are anything but simple.
- pRana: Another mainstream brand for active lifestyles. Great swimwear and yoga apparel as well.
- Pyne & Smith: Linen dresses handmade in California
- Purse & Clutch: Pretty simple: artisan made handbags.
- Raven + Lilly: eco friendly clothing, bags, and accesories in a variety of style aesthetics
- Re/done: repurposed vintage Levi denim. You can’t get much cooler than that.
- Reformation: your place to shop for trendy fashion while still staying sustainable.
- Ruke: all things knitwear, including slippers and baby clothing!
- Shin + NA: basic, timeless and minimal canvas/linen bags
- Sotela: elevated basics in easy silhouettes.
- Sseko: the place to go for ethical sandals (plus other accessories).
- St. Agni: handmade shoes, accessories, and clothes. If you’re looking for mules, look no further.
- Study 34: refined basics with high quality materials. Think: modern take on basics.
- Sugar Candy Mountain: California cool in the dreamiest silhouettes.
- Sydney Brown Shoes: High End Luxury shoes in modern silhouettes.
- Synergy Organics: a wide range of organic clothing for both every day and active wear.
- Thought: (formerly Brain Tree Clothing) organic fabrics (including vegan options) in work for you styles.
- Thread Co.: known for their customizable styles, they also have great basics in soft fabrics.
- Tradlands: menswear inspired staples.
- Tree Fairfax: black owned leather bags in the coolest shapes.
- Tribe Alive: fair trade artisan clothes, accessories/jewelry, and bags made by impoverished women.
- Two Fold Clothing: small batch clothing in modern silhouettes
- Vetta: seasonal five piece capsules that are meant to be versatile and worn together.
- Wakened Apparel: 10% of your purchase is donated to charity. Clothing for men, women and children.
- Wind Charmer: Vintage inspired children’s clothing.
So let me know! What are your favorite ethical brands? Are they on this list, or did I miss something? I plan to update this list as we go, so let me know and I’ll add it!
Until next time,
Karin
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