Slow Fashion Menswear

In our quest to slow down and consume less, we’re seeing the capsule wardrobe movement show up everywhere—including menswear. And when it comes to a simple wardrobe for men, it’s all about neutral basics, unique layers, and a perfectly-chosen shoe, which is why many of these staples are investment pieces you’ll wear well over thirty times.

Want to take your look to the next level? Take your high-quality pieces to a tailor to get the perfect fit, so you’ll always look fresh and polished—even when you’re wearing a piece you’ve had for years.

If you’re embarking on a capsule for the first time, or want to get inspired by the variety of capsule wardrobes people practice, check out our deep dive into what capsule wardrobes are here!

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Men’s Wardrobe Staples

1. Avro Classic Hemp Shirt by Thought, $64 | Made from hemp and organic cotton, sustainably made, fair labor standards 2. The Parker Shirt by Saltura, $108 | Made from hemp & organic cotton, made in the USA 3. Pickman Plaid Button Down by United By Blue, $78 | Environmental preservation, B Corp, uses recycled and organic materials

4. Bradley Pocket Tee by Ably, $48 | Eco-friendly, chemical-free, odor-proof, and stain repellant for more wears between washes 5. Organic Long Sleeve Henley by Alternative Apparel, $44 | Fair Labor Association standards, uses sustainable materials, Green Certified 6. Casual Crew Neck Tee by Pact, $20 | Fair Trade Certified, GOTS certified organic cotton

7. Indigo Flannel Button Down by Apolis, $118 | B Corp, 100% cotton, fair & safe working conditions 8. Essential Cashmere by Naadam, $75 | Ethical production practices, fair treatment of herders & sheep 9. Pavement Sweatshirt by Outerknown, $88 | Adhere to Fair Labor Association & Bluesign guidelines, uses sustainable materials

10. Allerdale Chino Blazer by Boden, $235 | Ethical trading, fair wages, give back, recyclable packaging 11. All-Wear Shorts by Patagonia, $75 | Fair Trade Certified, 100% organic cotton and hemp 12. The Denim Jacket by Everlane, $88 | Made responsibly, industry-leading transparency

13. Oaken Pant by tentree, $76 | B Corp, uses sustainable fabrics, plants ten trees for every item purchased 14. Smart Tailored Pants by Grana, $50 | Safe & ethical work standards, ethical sourcing 15. Pro Original Raw Denim by Todd Shelton, $205 | Made in USA, in-house manufacturing, ethical sourcing, made-to-order

16. Tree Runners by Allbirds, $95 | B Corp, uses natural materials, gives back, WRAP certified production facility 17. Chavito Chukka Boot by Nisolo, $158 | Fair labor standards, sustainable practices, artisan empowerment 18. Steal Sneaker by Matt & Nat, $125 | Vegan, fair wages, use eco-friendly materials

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