Is Wool Ethical? What to Look For with Wool, Alpaca and Cashmere
As temperatures drop we want to stay comfy and cozy, so many of us reach for warm woolen sweaters and cardigans. Wool offers great insulating and breathable properties and is wonderful in winter. However it comes from animals, so questions about animal welfare and … more
14 Linen Clothing Brands – Our Top Picks
We’ve already shared why linen is such an amazing fabric and perfect for a sustainable wardrobe. So you might be wondering where the best places are to find linen clothing. Here’s our roundup of high-quality, sustainable, and ethically-made linen garments: NotPerfectLinen This Etsy shop … more
What Vegan Leathers are the Most Sustainable?
Our eco-friendly Vegan Leather Guide: Apple, Cork, Pinatex, Cactus, & Mushroom Leather The ongoing debate of which vegan leather alternatives are the most sustainable is, well, ongoing. We all understand at this point that traditional leather, usually made from cowhide, isn’t necessarily a debate … more
What is OEKO TEX? Harmful Chemicals in Your Clothes and How it Helps
What Is OEKO-TEX? You may have seen products in stores with the OEKO-TEX label and wondered what exactly this means. OEKO-TEX is short for The International Association for Research and Testing in the Field of Textile and Leather Ecology and was started in 1992. … more
What is Bamboo Viscose? Is it Sustainable or Greenwashing?
While researching sustainable textiles, you may have come across phrases like “organic bamboo,” “rayon made from bamboo,” or “bamboo viscose”. Popular sustainable companies such as Boody, Encircled, and Thought all use bamboo in their clothing. So what exactly are bamboo fabrics? And can they … more
What is Linen? Why I Love It (and you should too!)
Linen is an amazing fabric: it’s not only wonderful to wear, but is also the oldest known fibre, as well as one of the most sustainable!
Here’s what you should know about linen…
5 Reasons ORGANIC Cotton Underwear is the Best Choice
The number 1 place to go organic is your underwear drawer and here’s why: 1. Avoid Toxic Chemicals in Your Underwear One huge reason to switch to organic cotton underwear is to reduce toxic chemicals exposure, especially in such a sensitive area of the … more
What is Regenerative vs Organic Clothing
When looking for sustainable fashion ‘Regenerative’ and ‘Organic’ are two buzzwords you’ll likely see, but what exactly do they mean? Are they the same? Is one better? We break down what regenerative vs organic clothing is…
What Is Lyocell vs Tencel? + Where to Find Tencel Clothing
In the world of sustainable fashion, materials are always a hot topic. Whether we’re talking deadstock, low impact, recycled or repurposed, there are a million different opinions as to what is truly best from an environmental perspective. Lyocell fabric is certainly no exception to … more
Sustainable Fabric & Yarn Stores
Making your own clothing is already a lot more sustainable and ethical than buying new, but it’s even better to source eco friendly materials if you can! For all you sewers and DIYers, this roundup is a list of places where you can find … more
7 Brands Making Recycled Wool Clothing
What is recycled wool? Is it sustainable? How about vegan? Plus where to find brands using recycled wool.
