The Top 21 Sustainable Fashion Brands

“Outerwear For All Who Care” is Noize’s tagline, and they’ve earned it.

Yep, Noize brings a combination unparalleled blend of style, comfort and consciousness to an audience who demands it.

From the use of cruelty-free high-tech synthetic fabrics and a elite sourcing process which leaves a minimized environmental footprint, to creating affordable, functional and ultra stylish outwear, Noize brings the very best of sustainable global fashion to those who appreciate it.

If you’re on the hunt for super-soft, long-lasting basics, look no further than Pact; the brand sells organic clothing for everyone in the family (toddlers and babies included). And not only are their garments GOTS Certified Organic and Fair Trade, but they’re also universally flattering and comfortable for year-round wear. Given the affordable price point and high-quality standard, your purchase from Pact is sure to be a win!

Heavyweight recycled cotton, hemp blend, organic cotton, and cotton modal. The list of sustainable clothing materials is endless at Alternative Apparel. Their extensive collection of subtle, yet sophisticated loungewear, scarves and socks is bound to turn the heads of the most discerning shopper. From techy to trendy, Alternative Apparel has a sustainable option for everyone.

The best part? You don’t have to break the bank to shop sustainable! Alternative Apparel is the conscious shopper’s bargain-hunting paradise.

This affordable brand uses recycled materials and processes when possible during manufacturing and the company ensures employees work in safe conditions and earn fair wages.

We love the collection of terry pullovers and ultra-comfy sweats. Head over there to check out their collection now!

It takes a lot for a brand to get to a stage where they become synonymous with the product – the blue jeans. Levi’s has achieved that in more than 100 countries worldwide. The brand’s versatility lends it a favourite among all types of crowds, teens, high street fashion junkies, cowboys and even presidents. More importantly, though it’s a world leader in apparel that takes responsible and ethical sourcing seriously.

Levi’s is part of the Better Cotton Initiative (BCI) and is working with organic cotton firms and recycled cotton suppliers to source materials more responsibly. The brand touts eco-friendly and sustainable practices like recyclable denim, ethically sourced cotton, and innovations to reduce water use – PLUS Levi’s takes great pride in the fact it gives back to its workers and community organizations alike.

Simply put, Levi’s is the definition of classic and its commitment to sustainability only makes it trendier.

Built on the bedrock of “no trade-offs” motto on sustainability, this brand’s sustainability framework is based on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They push for better-sourced and upsourced materials, fair wage environments and complete transparency at every step of the supply chain. Reformation’s commitment to sustainable production is evident in the care they take to include a description of its environmental footprint for every item in their catalogue. The Los Angeles-based brand offers an exhaustive list of options for sustainable and inclusive fashion and specializes in on-trend pieces, which stay stylish long after the season is over.

Since 2000, Mara Hoffman has been a leader in fostering mindful consumption habits and creating space for open conversations about clothing manufacturing practices. Just some of the sustainable fabrics they use include Econyl, Tencel, Repreve, hemp, linen, and organic cotton, while also implementing such eco-conscious materials as compostable poly bags, sustainably sourced buttons, and soy-based ink for marketing initiatives.

But what do we love most about this East Coast brand?

It’s commitment to creating clothes which celebrate women and a radical transparency ethos which makes itself one with its customers.

Whether you’re opting for the socks and long sleeves made of Merino wool or the crop tops and wide-leg pants created from a blend of hemp and organic cotton, Vege Threads’ collections are manufactured 100 PERCENT in Australia.

But what makes Vege Threads even more unique are their intimates.

You see, Vege Threads defies conventional industry by making use of such eco-conscious materials as deadstock fabric, the yogawear is colored with chemical-free and plant-based dyes, and the swimsuits are made from recycled nylon.

And to go a step further, due to their working with local knitting mills and producing in limited numbers, you can rely on Vege Threads for sustainability and style.

One of this year’s LVMH Prize winners, this brand takes its name from its British-Bulgarian founders, Emma Chopova and Laura Lowena. And since the launch of the label in 1917, the brand has quickly racked up a list of premium stockists, including Matches, Farfetch, and Browns, and has become a street style hit thanks to its distinctive leather-belt skirts.

Additionally, the designers tap into their sustainable credentials by using unique recycled and dead stock fabrics to make the skirts – including vintage fabrics sourced from Bulgaria and the UK.. The added benefit of this? Each skirt is unique from any other ever created.

And oh yes…you’re gonna love their necklaces and dresses too!

Pringle of Scotland, best known for its knitwear, has naturally put recycled fibres to good use by creating its limited edition jumpers.

No doubt about it, these are beautiful knits…ones which not only show their quiet commitment to the environment in their materials, but they also express their sustainability by featuring a graphic earth print and the word ‘Re-Loved’.

But even more impressive?

Pringle of Scotland uses zero new raw materials in the production of their two jumpers – each being made with 100% recycled fibres (even the garment tags are recycled).

And on top of all this, because you can always count on this brand’s to stay in style, you can consider these sweaters not just fashion, but a long-term investment – a fact proven by its collection of reissued genderless styles.

The Barcelona-based brand makes use of certified recycled fibers, GOTS organic and certified vegan fibers to craft timeless pieces in their factories. Craftsmanship is in focus here and the brand believes in building products that spell quality in both beauty and usability. Sonia Carrasco works with the aim of ushering in a change in the sustainability practices of the fashion industry as a whole and finds innovative ways to incorporate recycling in its own production process. They ensure circularity through recycling and are constantly on the lookout for innovative fibers and experimental designs to incorporate the new materials. Their collections have an understated quality, yet appeal directly to the fashion connoisseur’s senses.

The Copenhagen-based family-run brand has a holistic approach to sustainability. They seek to integrate sustainable methods in every facet of their business, not just sourcing and production. The AW19 Sustainable Capsule collection serves as evidence to this commitment and features some truly unique designs in recycled polyester. The expertly crafted designs feature construction, fabric manipulation and texture to create the artists’ vision of ‘wrapped buildings’. All in all, a stunning collection to peruse for the fashion-lovers.

The company also makes use of pieces in silk, recycling sequins, digital printing and hopes to incorporate biodegradable packaging and begin a process of charging retail customers for bag use in the near future.