10 Clothing brands for a completely sustainable closet

Did you know that the clothes we wear have a carbon footprint? Yes, that’s right. Few people know the true way in which a shirt, a shoe and even a pair of pants are made — it could be, for example, that they are produced in Asia and you will never know what the factories are like. The materials used to make them and where they come from can generate huge amounts of carbon dioxide (CO2). But there are several brands that have thought of solutions to this problem.

Today the awesome.club brings a list of brands that think about the environment when manufacturing their clothes. They pay attention to resources and creating their pieces in a sustainable way.

Although there is no concrete definition of sustainable clothing, it must meet the following criteria:

Use of ecological materials: raw material that respects the environment, without the use of chemicals and preference for fibers, fabrics and natural colors. Durability: sustainability seeks to reduce the production of waste and therefore thinks about durability. Even if after a while the piece becomes a little out of fashion. higher quality: when produced with natural materials, the quality ends up being higher. local production: brands avoid the emission of greenhouse gases and therefore prefer local materials, without the need for transport. decent wages: there must also be a concern with human resources, which is manifested through the salary paid to workers. ‘efficient’ waste: sustainable design also generates waste, but less than large industries. But it is important that this topic be considered. Value for clothes: this way of manufacturing increases costs, as it requires a greater commitment to quality and to the brand’s own concepts. Therefore, the price may be a little higher.

Next, we present the brands that work in favor of the Planet with sustainable products.

For years, renowned international brands have used synthetic inks and heavy, toxic materials such as lead and nickel to print their clothes. This situation motivated the Mango brand to say ‘enough’ for the use of substances that are harmful to health. In this sense, she created Committed, a collection made with organic, recycled and biodegradable materials.

This brand works prioritizing design processes, making and choosing noble materials such as silk, upland cotton or tencel. In addition, it creates products for women in a conscious way and avoids waste.

Since 2005, Nike has been working on the sustainability of its Nike Considered project, now known as Purpose, drastically reducing the use of materials that harm the environment, such as glue for the manufacture of its shoes.

These efforts also appear in the XX3 Jordan line, which is made with 3D stitching and recycled materials. A few years ago, soccer jerseys made from 100% recycled plastic bottle materials were launched. The brand’s goal is that by 2020 a complete reduction in CO2 emissions will be achieved and that all sports equipment will be 100% recycled.

The vegan handbag brand was recognized in 2017 by PETA as the best company in the industry. Every product is handmade with synthetic materials, hand sewn and 100% sustainable.

The brand was awarded the Fashion Vegan Award in 2014 for its elegant ties handcrafted from linen, a plant whose vibrations are used to make high-quality yarns and fabrics. In addition, the company has ties made with 100% cotton.

Re/Done is a brand that takes old Levi’s jeans and transforms them, promoting sustainability. The way it works is as follows: a team goes to second-hand clothing stores, picks up thousands of pants and remakes them and then puts them on the market.

Supreme’s former creative director has a new challenge called Noah, a brand with a punk style of skate props and nautical themes. About 80% of its clothes are recycled and the company adopts several sustainable practices. His motto is clear: ‘Take a stand against the many horrible practices of the fashion industry’.

The Brazilian brand was created in 2004 by 2 French people. It manufactures eco-friendly shoes through fair trade. Veja works with organic cotton product cooperatives and rubber tappers to fight deforestation. It is considered the first sustainable footwear brand in the world and has already won the hearts of Ellen Page, Meghan Markle and Emma Watson.

The company, founded in 2007, designs clothing with organic cotton and has been recognized for its major contribution to fashion, sustainability and work ethic. In Germany, the group is defined as an “ecological warrior in an attempt to save the Planet”. Its philosophy is very precise: being environmentally conscious, supporting fair trade and donating part of the profits to non-profit organizations.

The Camper brand, like Mango, cares about the environment and created a line of 100% recycled shoes, Drift. The aim is to minimize carbon footprints. The 2019 range is made with recycled plastic.

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