Sustainable Fashion
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Vegan Grape Leather Bag Raises $200K on Kickstarter
Vegan grape leather, made with the byproducts of the winemaking process that often go to waste, is the newest sustainable fabric.Nikki Reed Shares Her “Green Routine” in Honor of New Vegan Shoe Line (Exclusive)
Nikki Reed recently launched line of sustainable vegan sneakers, and she shared her Green Routine with us in honor of the release.Designers of Sustainable Wedding Dresses From Sophie et Voilà on Design Process (Exclusive)
Green Matters spoke with the creators behind Sophie et Voilà, two wedding dress makers that design their clothes from exclusively recycled materials.Pandora Is Replacing All Mined Diamonds With Lab-Grown Ones
Pandora will no longer source mined diamonds, instead only using lab-grown diamonds in its collections.One-Stop Shops for Sustainably Shopping Online That Are Better Than Amazon
Sustainable one-stop-shops can help make online shopping a little more eco-friendly. Check out this list of our favorite sustainable online marketplaces.Sustainable Gift Ideas for an Eco-Conscious Mother’s Day
Mother's Day can be celebrated sustainably — check out our gift guide to eco-friendly presents and experiences.Nicky Hilton Shares Her “Green Routine” to Celebrate Her Sustainable Shoe Line (Exclusive)
Nicky Hilton just released her first sustainable fashion line of sustainably-made vegan shoes, in collaboration with French Sole.Sustainable Athletic Wear Brands for Eco-Friendly Workouts
Is it possible to find sustainable athletic wear? Fortunately, there are plenty of brands making fairly sustainable and eco-friendly exercise apparel.Influencers in the Sustainability Space Share Their Earth Day Resolutions (Exclusive)
Influencers in the sustainability, low-impact, and eco-friendly space give Earth Day resolutions, to help inspire you to make some this year, too.Designers Are Embracing Vegan Cactus Leather to Create Unique and Sustainable Fashion
Popular fashion designers are finally recognizing the amazing potential that sustainable materials like cactus leather can have on the textile industry.Eco-Friendly Outdoor Clothing Brands to Help You Summit Sustainably
Sustainable outdoor clothing is made to be tough and reliable, without causing undue damage to the environment through production or due to excess waste.Nicole McLaughlin On Upcycled Collab With Foot Locker, O-1, and Russell Athletic (Exclusive)
Designer Nicole McLaughlin collaborated with O-1 and Russell Athletic to launch a sustainable clothing line through Foot Locker's Greenhouse app.How to Recycle Shoes: Sneakers, Slippers, Boots, and More
There are many ways to recycle old shoes, no matter the condition.Can You Recycle Your Cap and Gown? What to Do With Your Graduation Gear
Graduation gowns are meant to celebrate important milestones, but what do you do with them once the ceremony has ended?Kenneth Cole, Ellen Tracy, and More Than a Dozen Other Brands Ban Fur
Global Brands Group just announced that it will no longer be selling fur via any of its brands.Jane Fonda on How Civil Disobedience Can "Align Your Body With Your Deepest Values"
Jane Fonda opened up to Elle about Fire Drill Fridays, civil disobedience, and more.12 Luxury Fashion Brands That Have Gone Fur-Free
These luxury fashion designers have gone fur-free over the past few years.Will Sustainable Fashion Ever Be Affordable?
Sustainable fashion might be specialized, but can it be affordable?Vegan Fungi "Leather" Is Expected to Hit Adidas' and Stella McCartney's Shelves by 2021
Adidas and other brands will be offering vegan "leather" products made of fungi, making them more sustainable than most manmade vegan leathers.Eco-Friendly and Vegan Sandals to Kick Off the Warm Weather
If you're gearing up for summer weather, these eco-friendly, vegan, and cruelty-free sandals will ensure your footwear impact is low as can be.H&M Is Using Cactus Leather in New “Science Story” Collection
H&M is using eco-friendly vegan cactus leather in its new Science Story collection.Customers Boycotted These "Sustainable" Fashion Brands After BLM Scandals — How Have The Companies Followed Up?
Everlane, Reformation, and other "sustainable" brands were under fire in the summer of 2020 for racism — but how have things changed, seven months later?What Is Deadstock Fabric?
The term deadstock fabric may seem somewhat sinister at first glance, but it’s actually an important piece of understanding sustainable fashion.How Sustainable Is Cotton?
Cotton is considered the most profitable non-food crop in the world, but does that make it sustainable?Your Environmentalist Loved Ones Will Love This Sustainable Jewelry
Whether you're dating a zero-waste queen or someone who dabbles in eco activism, your partner will love this sustainable Valentine's Day jewelry.How to Tell if Your Jeans Were Made Sustainably
There are many factors low- and zero-wasters should consider while shopping for new jeans — certain types of denim are more sustainable than others.7 Sustainable Fashion Brands That Upcycle Deadstock and Fabric Scraps
These fashion brands use fabric scraps, deadstock fabric, upcycled clothing, and other materials that would have otherwise gone to landfills.The Best Sustainable Face Masks by Slow Fashion Brands
A sustainable cloth face masks can be worn over and over again — here are 10 slow fashion brands making eco-friendly cloth face masks.These Stores Will Recycle Your Old Running Sneakers
Not sure what to do with your old running sneakers? These stores and organizations accept old kicks, to reuse and recycle the materials for other uses.Our Favorite Sustainable Lingerie Brands for Valentine's Day
Everyone knows lingerie is a Valentine's Day staple, and since we like to keep things eco-friendly, here are our favorite sustainable lingerie brands.You Can Now Shop Vintage Tees at Nordstrom, Thanks to Goodfair Partnership
Goodfair and Nordstrom have partnered to bring secondhand clothing to a mainstream audience.Eco-Friendly, Vegan Winter Coats and Accessories
These vegan, eco-friendly winter coats (including options for kids and dogs), hats, scarves, gloves, and boots will keep you warm all winter long.,How Cashmere Is Made: Exploring the Unforeseen Cruelty Behind the Luxury Fabric
Cashmere sweaters and scarves are always in high demand, but how is cashmere made and where does this elegant and expensive fabric come from?Sustainable Fashion Brands to Stay Stylish Ethically in 2021
Looking for more sustainable fashion brands? These are ethical, sustainable and humane brands that will ultimately help green-ify your closet.Which Fabrics Are Biodegradable? You Can Compost These All-Natural Materials
Many fabrics are considered to be biodegradable, but just because something is biodegradable does not mean that it is sustainable.Top 10 Sustainable Fashion Moments of 2020
From celebrity red carpet appearances to brands making major changes, read on for 10 of our favorite eco-friendly fashion moments from the past year.Looking for Eco-Friendly Fashion Inspo? Follow These Sustainable Fashionistas on IG
If you're a low or zero-waste fashionista seeking out eco-friendly inspiration, take a look at some of our favorite sustainable fashion influencers.Shop These Black-Owned Companies for Black Friday Deals
If you were planning to shop for the holidays this weekend, shop these black-owned businesses on Black Friday for an economically responsible spree.Is Rayon Sustainable? The Fabric Is a Bit Controversial
Rayon is somehow both natural and synthetic — but is it a sustainable fabric?What Is Fleece Actually Made Out of, Anyway?
Fleece is a miracle material that can keep you warm and cozy on even the coldest days, but where did this remarkable fabric come from and what is it actually made of?4 Trendy Thrift Flip Upcycling Tutorials — No Sewing Required
These thrift flipping ideas are easy, stylish, and require no sewing!Prince Charles’ New Sustainable Fashion Line Has Royal Prices
Prince Charles unleashed a sustainable and high quality fashion line, after advocating for reusing and upcycling clothing for several years.Thrift Stores Near You For a Super Sustainable Shopping Spree
If you're seeking out a sustainable shopping experience, we've compiled a list of thrift stores near you for the ultimate green shopping spree.Mushroom Unleather Is the Latest Eco-Friendly Fabric to Be Embraced by Major Fashion Brands
Mushroom leather called Mylo is being adopted by a few major fashion brands, and it highlights the fashion industry's need for "smarter, more sustainable solutions."Up Your Sustainable Fall Fashion Game With These Eco-Friendly Jackets
As temperatures are dropping, it's around that time to break out a second layer — augment your autumnal "lewk" with these sustainable fall jackets.15 Black-Owned Vintage Stores You Can Shop Online
These 15 Black-owned online vintage shops will help you get your thrift on.4 "Thrift Flip" Upcycling Ideas
Check out how you can make your thrifting finds new again with these thrift flip ideas.Thrifting During the Coronavirus: The Best Websites + Tips for Returning to Secondhand Stores
Secondhand shopping safely during the coronavirus is possible — here are our best tips for thrifting online, and going into stores safely.Why Are So Many "Sustainable" and "Zero-Waste" Products Made From Animals?
Zero-waste products use non-vegan, animal-based materials and ingredients far too often. Why isn't anyone talking about this?Punch Sustainably With the First Cactus Leather Boxing Gloves
Cactus leather boxing gloves, made by Sanabul using materials by Desserto, are a sustainable choice for vegan and eco-conscious fighters.