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For many of us, buying a new button-up top or a pair of jeans from our favourite fast fashion brand may just be a force of habit. But with practices such as using an immense amount of water, harmful pesticides and creating massive amounts of waste, the textile industry causes a significant impact on our deteriorating environment every year.
Some labels have, however, stepped up to the plate of making a change and use eco-friendly, sustainably sourced materials in their clothing. They also offer beautiful, classic designs that can now rival fast fashion giants.
We’ve rounded up eight such brands whose practices make a much lighter dent in the earth’s natural resources. Join in the movement and make your next shopping haul a guilt-free, environmentally responsible one.
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eco friendly fashion labels
Beyond Skin
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Looking for vegan and cruelty-free shoes? Beyond Skin has just what you need to dress up your feet, all while reducing your carbon footprint.
From trainers to boots and heels, each pair arrives in completely recyclable packaging and is lined with 100% recycled faux leather with a plant polymer coating.
Esse the Label
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What’s better than a range of elevated classics merged with timeless silhouettes? Pieces made with thoughtfully sourced and sustainable materials, of course.
Esse makes use of tencel, bamboo and 100% organic cotton, as well as over-ordered fabrics from designers and fabric warehouses to create modern, seasonless staples you’ll love mixing and matching.
Etrican
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Etrican is formed by combining the words ‘ethical’ and ‘intricate’, and this Singapore-based label puts an emphasis on comfortable, eco-friendly garments for women and young children.
Only organic cotton is used in its clothes, while used print dyes are sent to a facility to be recycled, instead of being discarded.
Matter
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Let your little one start living green early with Matter’s selection of #mattermini garments. Whether you’re in need of children’s outfits or a pair of structured pants for yourself, there’s plenty of choices for the modern woman and mother.
We especially love the pieces made from biodegradable fabrics, lovingly crafted by skilled artisans in India.
Muji
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There’s something for everyone when shopping at Muji – this well-loved brand carries clothing for women, men and children.
Minimalists are sure to be satisfied with the simple style of designs that make use of materials like ecological cotton flannel, upcycled fabric from previous seasons of clothing and yak wool (a more sustainable alternative to cashmere).
Touch The Toes
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Founded by local owners Eliza, Kelly and Wuen, this online store is every yogi’s paradise – offering a large selection of yoga apparel, mats and accessories.
Every label they carry uses sustainably produced materials like organic cotton and bamboo blends.
Veja
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If you’re wanting to introduce a new pair of sneakers to your wardrobe, Veja’s wide range of designs is a great place to start.
Using green materials such as Amazonian wild rubber, recycled plastic bottles and vegetable-tanned leather, you can find sleek styles available for men and women.
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