Sustainable Wardrobe Staples to Add to Your Spring Rotation
By Ella Hackworth
Image: Outerknown
Consider your wardrobe for Spring. Are you needing to update your basics? Do you want to add another forever piece to your wardrobe in place of an existing lesser quality item? Maybe you don't need to buy anything at all. But, if you do, we believe that supporting companies that operate with sustainable or circular methods of design, production and manufacturing processes will help create the change we want to see in the world. See below for a few SISTAIN approved brands to help complete your Spring wardrobe.
Image: Outerknown
OUTERKNOWN
Sustainable Surfer Style
Outerknown is a go-to at SISTAIN. They are fair-trade certified and known to embody that laid-back, beach vibe. Relaxed, effortless, and durable, it’s no wonder they are one of our top recommendations for a Spring wardrobe refresh.
Sustainability Efforts:
S.E.A. jeans crafted with organic cotton in fair trade certified factory and guaranteed for life
Uses eco-friendly materials and non-toxic dyes in most of its products
Fair-trade certified — all of its workers are paid a living wage
Designs fundraising tees to raise money for causes the company believes in, like beach and ocean cleanup and environmental advocacy
Price: $$
Our Picks:
Slim Fit Jeans $128
Hooded Henley $98
Image: Tentree
TENTREE
Earth-First Essentials
As of 2020, Tentree has planted over 43 million trees. Their sustainability goals and quality products are what put them at the top of our list.
Sustainability Efforts:
Uses eco-friendly materials including organic cotton and limits the amount of chemicals, water and wastewater used in production
Utilizes renewable energy in its supply chain to reduce its climate impact
Plants 10 trees for every item purchased
Price: $$
Our Picks:
Classic Henley $48
Everyday Jogger $88
Image: ECOALF
ECOALF
There is no Planet B
Ecoalf creates sustainable pieces made from recycled materials to help put your best foot forward without damaging our planet.
Sustainability Efforts:
B Corp certified
Uses recycled PET polyester made out of recycled plastic water bottles (PET - Polyethylene Terephthalate)
Uses recycled nylon, cotton and wool
Price: $$
Our Picks:
Gotham Shirt $115
Greenback Shorts $99
Image: Pact
PACT
Earth’s Favorite Basics
For the simple man looking for comfortable and sustainable basics, Pact is for you. Their basics are comfortable and versatile for easy everyday wear.
Sustainability Efforts:
Fair trade factory certified
Organic cotton GOTS certified
Ships product in recycled and compostable packaging
Uses non-toxic dyes
Accepts old and used clothes through its own clothing donation program
Price: $-$$
Our Picks:
V Neck Tee $30
Zip Hoodie $29
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Ella Hackworth is the Brand Manager and a Contributing Writer for SISTAIN. She has a background in design, dance, and visual arts. She celebrates her love of nature, beauty, and connection through her passion for living mindfully and sustainably.
