Are you ready to build an environmentally friendly wardrobe? When it comes to swapping out some of your clothes with more sustainable styles; I have some suggestions that are the perfect blend of fashion, yet are eco-conscious, and comfortable.
Build an Environmentally Friendly Wardrobe
Of course, you may already have a closet and drawers full of clothes. But to start with, you may be looking to invest in clothes that you will be proud to wear.
In the last several years, there has been a shift in wearing and using products that are sustainable. For instance, over the last decade; we have seen “Fast Fashion” made to meet the demand for new trends. However, these companies are putting our planet at risk. To learn more about fast fashion; be sure to visit my Life Cycle of Fashion Trends post.
Sustainable Materials
Meanwhile, one of the most well-known sustainable materials is bamboo. With more people paying attention to the clothes we choose to wear; we need to know how these fabrics are created? At the same time, are these garments that are produced, made to last?
More importantly, some of the most sustainable fabrics are cotton, hemp, and linen. To read more on companies and fabrics being used; be sure to check out my Fruit Inspired Fashion post where you can read about some newer fabrics such as:
- Banana Fabric
- Coconut Husk
In addition, companies are ditching cheaper fabrics that come from harmful chemicals and pollutants. Moreover, there are now studies that show how many garments end up in our landfills.
Environmentally Friendly Wardrobe Guide for Women
So, it is essential that people spend money on accessories and clothes that will not only last longer but are better for the planet.
In fact, this soft eco-viscose is sourced from a certifiable wood source. No doubt, this will be your go-to style to wear to work or out and about.
Dress this style up or down!
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From Splendid, this maxi skirt is made from their Eco Dream Slub. Meanwhile, this is the perfect style to wear to work or for lounging around.
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Mix and match!
Not only is this pullover ideal to wear with the skirt above; but also you can pair this with a pair of jeans, or a printed skirt or pants.
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In the same fashion, this all-over printed style is perfect to wear with almost anything in your wardrobe. When you purchase this style; Nordstrom donates a percentage of the sale to an organization that empowers youth.
Available in three different patterns – let me know your favorite.
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Because Rothy’s is on a quest to create the best products that are not only fashionable but good for the planet; their styles should be on your shopping list. Not only are their styles comfortable but machine washable.
With this in mind, why not add the stylish pail handbag to your wardrobe?
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Environmentally Friendly Wardrobe Guide for Men
Of course, some men care about their clothes and others don’t.
Whether you are interested in fashion or not; I’m sure you care about the impact of your clothing. With this in mind, I have done the leg work and selected a couple of items that will have you looking good yet feeling good about sustainability.
For land or sea, these hybrid swim shorts have pockets perfect to wear from jumping out of the water to heading to lunch. Moreover, these shorts are made from recycled plastic bottles with an antimicrobial treatment that prevents an odor from the sun or anywhere else.
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When you are looking for something you will feel good about wearing; this cozy sweatshirt will be your go-to style to wear. Not only is this the perfect style to pair with a pair of slacks or shorts; but is ideal for cooler nights.
Also, this style is made from a recycled fabric blend.
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In summary, the above are small steps each of us can make in incorporating an environmentally friendly wardrobe into a much more sustainable fashion future.
As always, I welcome your comments on your favorite sustainable styles.
