Affordable Sustainable Clothing Brands

20 Best Affordable Sustainable Clothing Brands

Have you wanted to try sustainable clothing brands and ethical clothes? You may have looked into a few brands and then became discouraged after seeing high prices. Do not fear, you can shop sustainable at fair prices!

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Why Sustainable Fashion

Sustainable clothing brands encourage consumers to be aware of how their fashion choices impact the environment, workers, and animals. Sustainable fashion is stepping back from the over-consumption, “fashion is disposable”, mindset.

With so much coming to light surrounding the clothing cycle and responsibility of “fast-fashion” companies, my mindset is shifting. I’m challenging myself to focus on the longevity of pieces in my closet, rather than creating an unnecessary collection of clothes, just because they are on sale.

Until I really educated myself on sustainable fashion, I simply was not aware of the importance of it and the impact it has on so many aspects of our world.

What you can do

This post is not intended to shame anyone for their wardrobe or shopping habits, especially if affordability is imperative for you. I respect every budget and do not recommend spending outside of your means. This is simply an education resource to share affordable sustainable brands and ethical clothes. I also want to encourage you to deeply evaluate your clothing purchases going forward, be mindful of over-consumption, and consider how you can maximize your current wardrobe, regardless of brand names!

I will be incorporating more sustainable clothing brands and ethical clothes in seasonal capsules, like this. Essential pieces, like wardrobe staples, would also be a great starting point for adding these pieces to your wardrobe!

Learn more about sustainable clothing brands

Most brands have an about page on their site where you can learn about their sustainability efforts. Beware of greenwashing! An example of Greenwashing is a fast-fashion brand using more eco-friendly materials for a few items, however their overall business model does not support sustainability.

For me, I am so excited to start incorporating sustainable clothing brands and ethical clothes in my closet, and sharing what I learn with you along the way! Pin this post or follow me on Instagram (@ppfgirl) so that you can follow along.

Affordable Sustainable Clothing Brands

Pricing Key
Average price of best sellers or basic pieces

 

Able
Price Range:  $$-$$$

Email Subscribe Savings: 15% off first purchase

Sustainability: Focus on incorporating end-to-end sustainable materials, from fabric material sourcing, all the way to packaging materials. Became the first fashion brand to publish lowest company wages because they believe true transparency and accountability is the key to end poverty in the industry.

Style: Classic essentials; from leather to denim and cotton. They’ve got you covered from head to toe. Casual yet polished pieces. Based in Nashville, very polished essential looks comparable to Madewell.

 

Amourvert
Price Range: $$-$$$

Email Subscribe Savings: 15% off first purchase

Sustainability: Dedicated to addressing the environmental impact of every design before putting an item into production. “ReAmour” is the flagship resale marketplace for pre-loved Amour Vert clothing. Created so that pre-loved AV styles stay out of the landfill.

Style: Of all affordable brands, this is the most luxe on the list. Polished and very pretty, feminine pieces alongside loungewear and essentials. Modern, yet functional.

 

BoodyUSA
Price Range:$

Email Subscribe Savings:  15% off first purchase

Sustainability:  The manufacturing process is designed to mitigate waste at every opportunity. Primary material, Bamboo, doesn’t require pesticides, fertilizers or irrigation to enhance its growth. Packaging is made with recycled, post-consumer waste by FSC-certified suppliers, who prioritize the preservation of natural ecosystems and prevent deforestation.

Style: Undergarments, activewear, and sleepwear

 

Collective Girlfriend
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings: No

Sustainability:  Ethical production, recycled & sustainable materials, and circular initiatives. Inclusive sizing, recyclable packaging, and eco-friendly dyes. In addition, they focus on giving back.

Style:  Activewear and undergarments. Maternity sizing available in select pieces.

 

Everlane
Price Range:  $-$$$

Email Subscribe Savings:  10% off first order

Sustainability:  Exceptional quality. Ethical factories. Radical Transparency. Everlane is transparent in sharing their rigorous process for selecting factories. They only partner with highly ethical factories. You can be assured their workers are treated fair and they’ll maintain the highest labor standards.

Style:  They offer a wide price range. The higher prices are primarily cashmere and merino wool items. They have a huge selection of items under $50, jeans are about $100. Style reminds me of Frank and Oak, very clean and simple.

 

Fair Indigo
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings:  No, but they have a referral program, give $10 get $10.

Sustainability: All Peruvian Pima cotton grown on two family farms. Artisans and operators in Peru are paid a fair and living wage and treated like family, giving them the means to a healthy, happy life.

Style:  Cotton basics and knits. Casual pieces that will withstand the test of time.

 

For Days
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings:  15% off first order

Sustainability:  100% recyclable fashion made in a zero-waste system. Each article of clothing is made with the end life in mind, focusing on how the product can be repurposed when no longer being worn. They call this circular fashion. They give back to their factory workers in Morocco by creating opportunity for their children to attend additional schooling for free. A portion of sales go to funding the school.

Style:  Minimalist modern apparel. Casual tees, tanks, dresses, lounge sets & accessories.

 

Gentle Herd
Price Range: $-$$$

Email Subscribe Savings: Yes, they also usually have a discount promo available

Sustainability: Sustainable fabric and high-quality garments. All Wool and Cashmere sourced from the largest pasture, located in inner Mongolia. Maintain strict codes for protecting the sheep and goats in pasture. As much as Gentle Herd cares for the herd involved in sourcing, they care just as much for the herders who run maintain the pasture and care for the animal. Offer full pricing transparency online.

Style:  minimal, sophisticated, urban style. Offer everyday basics and also chic statement items.

 

Honest Basics
Price Range:  $

Email Subscribe Savings:  No

Sustainability:  All products are GOTS certified organic. GOTS ensures that many of the most hazardous and carcinogenic chemicals in fabric production and sewing are not used. Factory conditions and pricing transparency can be found on their website.

Style:  Specializing in basic pieces: casual tees, sweaters, jeans, leggings, sweatpants. Primarily black and white.

 

Known Supply
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings: No

Sustainability: Give back and celebrate their clothing makers. Work primarily with underserved populations to provide meaningful work and to show the powerful impact our clothing purchases can have if made thoughtfully. Website gives intro to actual makers.

Style:  Tops, Bottoms, dresses, accessories, and unisex clothing.

 

Mayamiko
Price Range:  $-$$

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Sustainability:  The brand works alongside a charity which aims to provide opportunities to the most disadvantaged women in Malawi by nurturing their creative talents, providing transferable skills and a chance to access sustainable trade practices. Collections give ode to the birthplace of Mayamiko, Malawi (Africa), through the use of traditional African techniques and locally sourced fabrics.

Style:  Bold print tops, dress, jackets, trousers. Beautiful selection of bags and jewelry. Also offer selection of neutral pieces.

 

Monkee Genes
Price Range:  $

Email Subscribe Savings: No

Sustainability:  Work hard to protect the people who make the clothing. By working closely with factories to ensure safe working conditions and a decent living wage. Committed to ethics, paired with innovative fits offers a unique model to the denim market.

Style:  Jeans and bottoms. Also offer small selection of graphic tees and sweatshirts

 

No Nasties
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings:  No

Sustainability:  Focus is to have a “planet positive” impact by reducing water usage, offsetting carbon, and planting trees. Transparency in their entire supply chain process: Fairtrade & GOTS certified. Revolutionary recycled packaging.

Style:  Relaxed dresses, shirts, blouses. Their fabric looks like linen. Very inviting color selection.

 

Pact
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings:  20% off first order

Sustainability:  GOTS certified organic cotton, partner with Fair Trade Certified factories. Provide safe working conditions, empower and uplift local communities, and protect the environment. All packaging made from recycled materials and is 100% recyclable.

Style:  Relaxed essentials, sweaters, loungewear, maternity, undergarments, sleepwear. No denim.

 

People Tree
Price Range:  $-$$$

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Sustainability:  Brand maintains several certifications that ensures they are environmentally friendly and socially responsible. This is one of the first brands to implement sustainable fashion concept. Features organic cotton, responsible wool, are traditional artisan skills such as hand weaving, hand knitting, hand embroidery and hand block printing. Work with economically disadvantaged farmers and producers to promote fairer trading conditions.

Style:  Price range to accommodate all budgets. They have an AWESOME selection of sale and clearance items. Essentials, activewear, workwear, dresses, jackets, sleepwear, and accessories.

 

Quince
Price Range:  $-$$

Email Subscribe Savings: No, but offer a referral program: give $10, get $10.

Sustainability:  Prices so low because they direct ship from manufacturer to the customer. Provide full pricing transparency on their website, giving consumers proof of fair pricing. Strive to use sustainably produced materials. Packaging designed to be 100% compostable.

Style:  They have nearly everything, except jeans. Minimalist style. This is one of those stores where you want everything. So good!

 

Tamga Designs
Price Range:  $-$$$

Email Subscribe Savings: No

Sustainability:  Sustainability is focused on their environmental impact (carbon neutral). Fabric and dyes are the best of the best in terms of resourcefulness, social and environmental certifications that are world-class in manufacturing. They also give back to rainforests.

Style:  Feminine silhouettes and pretty prints. Also offer staple wardrobe pieces.

 

Taylor Stitch
Price Range: $-$$$

Email Subscribe Savings: 20% off first order

Sustainability: Promote 5 pillars of sustainability: Sourcing, manufacturing, recycling, community of like-minded, and giving back.

Style: Menswear built to last, including outerwear and accessories. Rugged, outdoorsy looks. I associate the feel with Carhartt.

 

Ten Thousand Villages
Price Range:  $-$$

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Sustainability:  As a pioneer of fair trade, putting people and planet first. That means you can trust that every purchase and donation you make directly impacts the life and community of its maker in a developing country. Strive to break the cycle of generational poverty and ignite social change in the industry.

Style:  Maker to market accessories

 

Threads 4 Thought
Price Range:  $-$$

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Sustainability:  Sustainable materials sourcing and ethical factories provide the best working conditions. Profits benefit communities around the world. Each garment made utilizes less then 1/2 of the water than the average factory.

Style:  Activewear, sleepwear, and basics. Also offer maternity.