15 Best Eco-Friendly Clothing Brands For 2024
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We’ve lived in sustainable and environmentally friendly clothing for over a decade — these are our favorite brands that are nontoxic, use natural fabrics, and are ethically made.
When we think of pollution, we think of big oil companies and smog from coal mines — but the truth is, fast fashion is one of the central polluting industries in the world. Not only is excessive clothing production harmful to our planet, but garment production harms farmers and producers due to chemicals and waste.
Thankfully, there are many eco-friendly clothing brands utilizing sustainable production methods. These brands use low-impact dyes, upcycled natural materials, and organic cotton to create the very best sustainable and organic apparel.
Why should you choose environmentally friendly clothing?
Opting to invest in environmentally friendly clothing means we’re reducing the detrimental health and environmental impacts of fast fashion. Conventional fabrics are often treated with pesticides, synthetic dyes, and chemicals, which can linger in the fabric and cause skin irritation, allergies, or even more serious health problems when absorbed into the skin. In contrast, eco-friendly materials like organic cotton, bamboo, or hemp are generally free from these toxic substances and can help reduce any harmful exposure to farmers, garment workers — and in turn, us.
From an environmental perspective, sustainable clothing choices help conserve resources and reduce pollution. The production of eco-friendly fabrics often requires less water, energy, and pesticides compared to conventional textiles. By choosing sustainably produced clothing, you’ll support practices that reduce carbon emissions, limit waste, and protect ecosystems. Environmentally conscious fashion also encourages recycling and upcycling, contributing to a circular economy that minimizes landfill waste and promotes a more sustainable future for our planet.
Our criteria:
Our editors have personally worn and researched sustainable fashion for years. We’ve tested all the brands on this list based on their quality and certifications so you can be sure they’re environmentally friendly, nontoxic, and ethically made. We add new favorites to this list regularly when they meet the following criteria.
- ECO-FRIENDLY | These brands use garment production practices that minimize environmental impact, including the use of recycled materials. You won’t find any harmful chemicals, excessive waste, or microplastic shedding here.
- NATURAL & NONTOXIC | All of these options are safe for daily wear and wash since they use natural and organic fabrics that are not treated with harsh chemicals. We’ve noted relevant certifications like GOTS so you can be sure we’ve got your back.
- SUSTAINABLE | The brands on this list are mindful of labor conditions of the farmers and garment workers who made these pieces — and many are fair trade certified.
It can feel overwhelming to try to break a fast fashion habit, but making the switch to eco-friendly clothing doesn’t have to happen over night. Start small, keeping these environmentally friendly clothing brands in mind for the next time you get the itch to update your closet.
For even more eco-friendly fashion brands, check out our guides for sustainable shoes, ethical handbags, and organic cotton basics.
Best Overall | Most Affordable | Most Size Inclusive
1. Eileen Fisher
Best For | Timeless stapes & size inclusivity
Sustainable Practices | Regenerative farming practices, secondhand pieces available, repurposes & upcycles excess textiles, solar-powered warehouses, fair wages
Size Range | PP – 3X
Price Range | $$$ – $$$$
Eileen Fisher clothing is designed for simplicity with an emphasis on quality. The New York-based, employee-owned brand makes elevated wardrobe staples — like cropped cardigans and tank dresses, box tops and tapered pants — in stunning silhouettes, and from materials like organic linen, organic pima cotton, and responsible merino wool. The Certified B Corp also monitors its factories to ensure fair treatment while implementing initiatives for water and energy conservation too. Plus, its Renew program accepts the brand’s used clothes back to be resold, donated, or remade into new designs.
Our Editor’s Review | “So, is Eileen Fisher still the best place for minimal wardrobe staples after all these years? I say absolutely! There’s no need to look for brands reintroducing 90s minimalism when Eileen is still producing hits like these. I don’t know why I waited so long to find this perfect match.” – Ashley D’Arcy, Senior Editor [Read our full review.]
2. Patagonia
Best For | Outdoor clothing
Sustainable Practices | Working towards eliminating virgin petroleum fibers by 2025, helps suppliers cut emissions, regenerative agricultural practices, invests in renewable energy in local communities, secondhand clothing options available
Size Range | XXS – XXL
Price Range | $$ – $$$
For durable outdoor clothing and gear that won’t harm the environment, Patagonia is number one. From moisture-wicking tees to water-repellant hiking shorts that won’t chafe (not to mention their famous fleeces and insulated jackets!), the brand is our go-to for high performing and high quality clothing for all our favorite things to do outside. With 98% of their clothing line boasting recycled materials, plus the brand’s environmental impact transparency and sustainability initiatives, you can feel good about supporting a company that truly values the planet.
Customer Review | “I have had this item for 2 years and LOVE it! When my daughter borrowed it one day, she HAD to have it, so I bought her one and now she lives in it almost daily. It’s perfect for everything! Soft, warm, comfortable… all the things you want.” – Darla (Read all reviews.)
3. Pact
Best For | Affordable fair trade basics
Sustainable Practices | Supports organic farming, offsets carbon, Fair Trade certified working conditions, responsible packaging
Size Range | XS – XXL
Price Range | $ – $$
Loved for its line of basics, Pact knows that going organic has benefits for consumers, farmers, and the planet. The brand’s organic cotton clothing uses up to 81 percent less water than traditional cotton, avoids the use of chemicals, and is supremely softer than the alternative — a true win-win for everyone involved. Our personal favorites are the loungewear and sleepwear, engineered for all-day (and night!) comfort, leaving you feeling comfortable and confident.
Customer Review | “Love this dress! The fabric, the fit, and the shelf bra is great. I original bought it in three colors to return the ones that I didn’t want but I ended up keeping them all.” – Anne D. (Read all reviews.)
4. MATE the Label
Best For | Loungewear
Sustainable Practices | Uses organic materials & nontoxic dyes, fair working environments, plastic-free, recycling program
Size Range | XS – 3XL
Price Range | $$ – $$$
For clean, conscious fashion that prioritizes comfort and sustainability, we’re looking to MATE the Label. The women-founded brand creates cozy essentials from natural fibers using circular, ethical manufacturing that is good for the planet, the people who make the garments, and the people who wear them. (Check out The Mate Eight to get a better sense of their ethos!) From joggers to leggings to sweatshirts and more, elevate your daily favorites with these gorgeous, cozy basics. Read out Mate the Label review here.
Our Editor’s Review | “As someone who lives in her “cozies” year-round, MATE the Label’s organic basics are my cozy garments of choice — for lounging at home or running errands around the city. The quality and mission justify the hefty price tag, and even after years of wear, these sweats and tees look as good as new. ” – Kayti Christian, Senior Content Strategist [Read our full review.]
5. tentree
Best For | Graphic tees, joggers, loungewear, & outerwear
Sustainable Practices | Ethical manufacturing, secondhand clothing options, net zero emissions by 2030, nature restoration efforts
Size Range | XS – XXL
Price Range | $ – $$
As a certified B Corp, tentree upholds the highest standards for people and the planet in its manufacturing process. As the name suggests, the company plants 10 trees for each item purchased and has a goal of planting one billion trees by 2030. (The company has planted over 100 million trees to date!) The clothing is perfect for the activewear & loungewear lover (we love the men’s joggers!), and everything is made from sustainable fabrics like organic cotton and Tencel.
Customer Review | “So incredibly comfy I live in these can’t wait to purchase every colour” – Jennifer P. (Read all reviews.)
6. Outerknown
Best For | Elevated outdoor wear
Sustainable Practices | Secondhand clothing options, ethical working environments through The Fairtrade Premium & the Fair Labor Association, regenerative farming practices, responsible fiber usage
Size Range | XXS – XXL
Price Range | $$ – $$$
Outerknown is known for their classic Californian aesthetic and premium all-season wear. This sustainable brand prioritizes the wellbeing of workers and the environment all throughout their production process, having both fair labor and Fair Trade certifications in place. They’ve even begun to implement regenerative organic cotton practices, already switching over 28 acres of farmland to this system. And it’s only just the beginning. Progress and positive impact continues to grow each and every day as outlined in the brand’s comprehensive long-term sustainability plan.
Customer Review | “Loved fit, and quality is superb. I got the pink striped one and got a ton of compliments first day I wore it. This piece is one you will own and wear for a long time. I felt it was sized large, but the size finder gave me the correct size for me and it was perfect. I am 5’10”, long arms and large bust and it fits so well.” – Tanya (Read all reviews.)
7. Yes Friends
Best For | Budget-friendly Fair Trade basics
Sustainable Practices | Solar-powered factories, BSCI & WRAP certified, eco-friendly packaging, uses organic & recycled fabrics
Size Range | XXS – XXL
Price Range | $ – $$
In 2021, Yes Friends launched with the goal of making high-quality, sustainable clothing affordable. By buying in bulk, partnering with ethical factories, and cutting out the middleman, they were able to pass savings on to customers. With the support of their community, Yes Friends is transforming the fashion industry one t-shirt at a time, building a collection of sustainable and ethical clothing that’s making a real impact!
Customer Review | “Love Yes Friends!! Really high quality comfortable and attractive clothes, such good value and so nice to know they’re ethical for people and the planet. This top is an absolute staple for me, love it.” – I.E. (Read all reviews.)
8. The Standard Stitch
Best For | Everyday loungewear
Sustainable Practices | Eco-friendly packaging, local supply-chains, ethical manufacturing, carbon offsetting program, secondhand clothing available
Size Range | XS – 5X
Price Range | $$ – $$$
Sustainability is always in style with The Standard Stitch’s ethically-made everyday loungewear. Using low-impact materials like organic & recycled cotton (with the option of sending back for upcycling) these relaxed fits are made right here in Los Angeles and make a positive eco-impact. For full transparency, each item shares specific details on how much water, carbon and waste is saved with the production of each garment. And with a wide selection of color options and inclusive sizing available, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Worldwide shipping is available.
Customer Review | “I was hesitant to order because it was a bit pricey – but the quality makes it worth it. So glad I bought, it’s now a staple in my closet” – Emma (Read all reviews.)
9. Boody
Best For | Bamboo underwear & basics
Sustainable Practices | Clothing made from organically grown, pesticide-free bamboo, consumes less water
Size Range | XS – XL
Price Range | $ – $$
Boody — which touts itself as the first underwear brand in the US to be named a certified B Corp — is all about easy-to-wear essentials you’ll love lounging in. Using sustainable bamboo (transformed into bamboo viscose and manufactured in China, Vietnam, and India), this fast-growing and natural material is comfortable, breathable, and silky soft. (And it’s moisture-wicking too!) Whether you’re grabbing undies for your…well, booty, men’s athleisure, or a wrap for your littlest one, enjoy soft, safe, and sustainable clothing.
Customer Review | “I bought these to go underneath dresses or loose shorts so my legs don’t rub and I can feel comfortable. Tried these on and they fit so well and smooth out my lumps and bumps! Haven’t worn with a dress yet but definitely excited to” – Gemma A. (Read all reviews.)
10. Jungmaven
Best For | Hemp clothing
Sustainable Practices | Hemp advocacy, responsibly-sourced hemp
Size Range | XS – XXL
Price Range | $ – $$$
Jungmaven grew from a desire to blend the simplicity of hemp with sustainability and style in the fashion space. Founded by Robert Jungmann in the early ’90s, the brand was inspired by the environmental benefits of hemp, a crop with the potential to heal the planet thanks to its natural, nontoxic, and restorative properties. What started in a small surf shop in Central America has grown into a mission to raise awareness about hemp’s regenerative qualities. Jungmaven believes that fashion is a form of activism, and through their high-quality hemp clothing, they aim to inspire change.
Customer Review | “I’m new to Jungmaven and I’m really liking the way the hemp fabric seems to wick away sweat in this summer heat. I also really love Joshua Tree and the Mojave desert, so the design was worth the splurge. I’ve already gotten lots of compliments on it too. This shirt is already one of my favorites.” – Brandy M. (Read all reviews.)
11. KOTN
Best For | Casual & unisex styles
Sustainable Practices | Uses biodegradable fibers, eco-friendly packaging, ethical, fair & environmentally transparent supply chain
Size Range | XXS – XXL
Price Range | $$ – $$$
KOTN began with a clear, singular mission: to create the perfect t-shirt. The certified B Corp has since been voted Best for the World™, with the fourth-highest B Impact Score of apparel brands in North America. Inspired by one of the co-founders’ experience living in his familial cotton-farming community in the Nile Delta, KOTN aims to create high quality goods that honor the earth and the people who made them. We love their easy, gender-fluid styles that can be worn year-round.
Our Editor’s Review | “I tried four pieces from Kotn to wear in elevated summer looks. Kotn is a sustainable fashion well-kept secret, offering high-quality, chic pieces made at an affordable price point. I recommend their breathable, easy-to-wear garments for anyone looking for sleek yet comfortable silhouettes.” – Ashley D’Arcy, Senior Editor [Read our full review.]
12. Harvest & Mill
Best For | Loungewear & joggers
Sustainable Practices | USA-grown organic cotton, 100% USA domestic supply chain, low-impact dyes, eco-friendly packaging
Size Range | S – XL
Price Range | $$
Harvest & Mill has been dedicated to American-made apparel and supply chain since 2012. Using only USA-grown organic cotton, the brand sews all of its clothing in the Bay Area, using nontoxic, low-impact, and natural dyes. Their jogger-style sweats and loungewear are gender-neutral, and come in calming colors that will go with any wardrobe all year round. We love that you can see your impact on their site, where they publish metrics like water saved and emissions prevented. Your order comes in plastic-free packaging too!
13. Organic Basics
Best For | Ethically made loungewear
Sustainable Practices | Offsets carbon emissions, uses low-impact textiles, fair & environmentally-friendly factory partners
Size Range | XXS – XXL
Price Range | $ – $$$
Organic Basics takes your run-of-the-mill basics and elevates them to be more comfy, more durable, and more sustainable! The brand uses eco-friendly fabrics like regenerative organic cotton, recycled nylon, and TENCEL™ Lyocell sustainable to craft their collections of undies, tanks and loungewear. They are also transparent about the ethical production practices in their factories. The undies and lounge sets are a popular choice, and everything is PETA-approved vegan with the exception of their wool and cashmere lines.
Customer Review | “The color is so natural and the material comfortable and easy to clean. Will buy again!” – Jazmin L. (Read all reviews.)
14. Colorful Standard
Best For | Brightly colored basics
Sustainable Practices | Organic materials, eco-friendly packaging, environmentally-friendly dyes, ethically labor practices
Size Range | XS – 2XL
Price Range | $$
Colorful Standard wants to bring you all of the vibrancy of the colors you love without any of the negative impact that traditional dyes can have on the environment. Their thoroughly tested and thoughtfully formulated dyes have been OEKO-TEX-certified to be clear of harmful chemicals. When so many of our favorite clean fashion lines tend to create in neutral palettes and earth tones, we’re going to Colorful Standard for our favorite brighter hues, like ultra violet, bubblegum pink, and sunny orange. So whether you need a pop of color or if you’re just not into beige, find your color here!
Customer Review | “My new fave hoodie indeed. I have 4 now, they are so soft & comfy & wearable. Great colour washes. I love Colourful Standard!” – Daniella (Read all reviews.)
15. Christy Dawn
Best For | Size inclusive summer dresses
Sustainable Practices | Uses organic & deadstock fabrics, regenerative farming practices, pieces made in the USA & India, secondhand options available
Size Range | XS – 3X
Price Range | $$ – $$$$
Christy Dawn’s Farm-to-Closet initiative creates eco-friendly clothing with a focus on regenerative cotton dresses. Each piece is crafted from cotton grown using traditional, organic methods that replenish the soil and sequester carbon, making their dresses good for both the Earth and your wardrobe. By embracing regenerative practices, Christy Dawn works to heal the planet while offering beautifully designed dresses that are made to last. From growing cotton to sewing the final piece, the entire process honors nature, ensuring that every dress reflects their commitment to sustainable and earth-friendly fashion.
Customer Review | “This was a gift for my mom, she absolutely loves it and looks beautiful in it. Shipping was really fast too, Christy Dawn has my heart!” – Mimi E. (Read all reviews.)
Featured image is from Outerknown
