Apolis Activism
- "Apolis Activism is an independent contemporary brand that began
with dreams and thread. Three brothers — Raan, Shea, and Stenn Parton —
created a unique bridge between commerce and sustainable development." Clothing and accessories sustainably produced around the world.
Edun
- "EDUN's mission is to create beautiful clothing while fostering
sustainable employment in developing economies, particulary in
sub-Saharan Africa. We work on a micro-level to help build the skill
sets of factories where the clothes are produced. EDUN is currently
produced in India, Peru, Tunisia, Kenya, Uganda, Lesotho, Tanzania,
Mauritius and Madagascar."
Fair Indigo
- "The Fair Indigo label was created to make much more than a
fashion statement. Our mission is to create high-quality, wearable
styles without the exploitation of workers and the environment that too
often goes with the territory. With incredibly efficient operations and
word-of-mouth advertising, we can keep our prices real too."Many items are made in the U.S.A.
Green Loop
- "Greenloop is a style conscious, eco-retail company,
specializing in sustainable apparel and accessories for men and women,
grounded in good design. All brands carried by Greenloop employ a
variety of responsible practices, including: using eco-friendly,
sustainable materials; employing energy efficient and low-impact
production; investing in renewable energy and carbon offsets; and
maximizing recycling and waste reduction. In addition to these
practices, these companies engage in fair trade, support organic
agriculture, engage in sweat-shop free production, protect human rights,
and donate to various environmental non-profit groups through in-kind
and financial gifts."
John Patrick Organic
- Men and women's organic cotton clothes, many recycled into different products.
Linda Loudermilk
- "Our fabrics are made of sasawashi, bamboo, sea cell, soya and
other exotic self-sustaining plants. Our belief is that the clothing and
accessories we wear, the products we use and the vehicles we drive are a
perfect conduit for the spirit of this complex, colorful and rockin’
earth: this is luxury eco ™."
Lara Miller
- "Born and raised in Chicago, Lara Miller’s work is strongly
influenced by the city’s architectural and cultural landscape.
Ecological sensitivity and fascination with both the built and moving
form flow through each piece."
Loomstate Organic
- "Launched in New York City in 2004 by designer Rogan Gregory and
Scott Mackinlay Hahn, Loomstate was founded as a casual brand dedicated
to creating demand for certified organic cotton using socially and
environmentally responsible methods of production."
Loyale Clothing
- " in 2005, Jenny Hwa founded loyale to provide eco-chic apparel
for women who are equally conscious about fashion as they are about the
environment. the intention of loyale is to inspire activism by designing
stylish clothing that is crafted exclusively using sustainable fabrics
and to create a shift in consciousness where commerce and compassion for
the planet can coexist."
Nau
- "A small group of people, committed to the power of business as a
force for change, we are not just looking to make some new clothes, we
are aiming to redefine what it means to be successful."
Noir
- "The mission of NOIR, BLLACK NOIR and Illuminati II is to
provide fashionable apparel that is created based upon Corporate Social
Responsibility principles in all links of the supply chain that are
meant to, at a minimum, do no harm and, at a maximum, do good in the
communities, cultures, societies and environments in which the companies
operate."
Of the Earth
- "At Of The Earth , we spend every season researching new fabrics
and solutions to offer our environmentally-saavy consumers: fabulous
new fabrics, grown organically and designed for comfort and style."
Patagonia
- "At its core, Patagonia’s effort toward corporate social
responsibility is about this company’s relationship with the people who
work in the factories that make our clothing and gear, and what we have
done, and are trying to do, to ensure that Patagonia products are
produced under safe, fair, legal and humane working conditions."
SANS
- " With minimal sewing experience you can 1) buy and download the
digital pattern / instructions, 2) print (A4 or Letter sized paper), 3)
cut and sew your own SANS piece. Recycle something, decorate it, try
something unexpected and then email us a pic of the remix."
Simple Shoes for a Happy Planet
- " The important thing is we're committed to making our product
100% sustainable. Finding materials and processes that make our products
sustainable is a method we call Green Toe. It isn't a magic formula, or
a cure. It is a compass that, we hope, points to a bright green
future."
Tom's Shoes
- "TOMS Shoes was founded on a simple premise: With every pair you
purchase, TOMS will give a pair of new shoes to a child in need. One
for One. Using the purchasing power of individuals to benefit the
greater good is what we're all about."
Under the Nile
- "Under the Nile offers an alternative to conventional cotton
apparel for infants and children. All products are made from 100%
handpicked organic cotton, without the use of pesticides or chemicals
throughout the entire production process. Grown exclusively in Egypt,
the products reflect the extremely soft and durable features that
Egyptian cotton is known for. Under the Nile's dyeing process uses
metal-free or vegetable dyes."
Wildlife Works
"Founded in San Francisco in 1997, we are the world's first business
designed from the ground up around a consumer brand that stands for
wildlife conservation. Our promise to every customer is that we use the
proceeds of our product sales to save endangered and threatened wildlife
around the globe.
We're achieving this by protecting wilderness habitats, creating jobs, building schools and providing other economic benefits for those people who share their land and resources with wildlife."
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