We all love wearing those cute workout clothes, but many of us are actively trying to live more sustainably. Check out these brands that go above and beyond in reducing their carbon footprints when they make their functional and trendy lines!
Outdoor Voices
With a mission to get the world moving, Outdoor Voices hopes to free fitness from performing and bring back doing things for fun. The company abides by three core values: people, planet and product. Their products are designed with longevity and circularity in mind, aiming to reduce their environmental impact. They use materials designed to last a lifetime, and have lifecycle solutions to repurpose, repair and recirculate used items.
In addition, Outdoor Voices uses sustainable fabric alternatives in all of their products. They have implemented environmentally conscious designs into their headquarters, shops, events and shipping process.
Threads 4 Thought
Founded in 2006, Threads 4 Thought is devoted to creating products that have a beneficial impact on our environment, support in- need communities, and redefine ethical standards within the fashion industry. Their clothing is made from the world’s most sustainable materials, and their production operates at the highest level of sustainability.
In addition, the company has a long lasting partnership with the International Rescue Committee, which aims to give refugee communities the opportunity for the quality life that they deserve.
VYAYAMA
Founded with the belief that products should be held to the same standards that we hold for ourselves, VYAYAMA is determined to provide a natural alternative for synthetic activewear. The company utilizes unique materials for their fabric, which are not only environmentally friendly, but also soft and high performing. Their production facilities are strategically thought out, both geographically and process wise, to limit any negative environmental impact.
VYAYAMA solely utilizes certified safe fabrics, which ensures that they are not a detriment to the environment or your skin. The company serves as a role model for other brands continuing to produce synthetic products.
Tentree
Founded on the slogan that “we made this mess one little thing at a time, and that’s exactly how we’re going to fix it,” Tentree is a company dedicated to encouraging everyone to make environmentally friendly changes, none too small. The company not only sells high quality, sustainably made activewear, but with each purchase, plants ten trees, empowering customers to make a difference.
Tentree allows customers to register their trees and track their environmental impact, providing an educational, interactive consumer experience. They have planted over 46 million trees to date, and plan to plant 1 billion trees by 2030.
Organic Basics
Developed in disgust of the unnatural and environmentally detrimental products and processes within the fashion industry, Organic Basics set out to make a change. Their products are made with natural, renewable, recycled, biodegradable and low-impact textiles, designed to last a lifetime. They produce their clothing in certified factory partners located world wide, that are working continuously to reduce their environmental impact.
Not only is this company determined to make a positive environmental impact, but they are also focused on educating their consumers, by providing information on the specific impact of each product, and the company to date.
Picture
The France- based company, Picture, works relentlessly to fight against climate change. The company’s goal is to play a role in wiping out fossil fuels, which they implement into every aspect of their business model.
The company’s products are made from organic, recycled, bio sourced, reused and animal based materials. Their production and shipping processes are strategically thought out in order to make sure each step of the supply chain is using the most environmentally friendly energy sources.
Outerknown
Outerknown founder, Kelly Slater, noticed that the market was lacking an apparel company that was truly living up to responsible sustainability standards, so he decided to create one. The company is committed to never compromising sustainability, despite the challenges that goal poses.
90% of the fibers the company uses are organic, recycled or regenerated, and 100% of their swim trunks are made with recycled plastic. Their products are guaranteed for life, and will be repaired, replaced or recycled.
ARIELLE
Guided by the slogan “stylish, sexy and sustainable,” ARIELLE was launched by a zero-waste, climate lobbyist and human rights advocate named Arielle. With 10 plus years of experience in the fashion industry, she decided to create a brand that reflected her personal values.
ARIELLE is committed to using solely organic, recycled and zero-waste fabrics, in addition to local manufacturing, fair-trade supply chain and plastic-free packaging. They create clothing designed as a canvas for you to be you, described as “softly confident and fiercely humble.”
NUBE
NUBE is a woman owned company “made for the people on this planet.” The company uses sustainable fabrics designed to be long lasting. They are environmentally conscious in their sourcing and production process, aiming to reduce waste as much as possible.
NUBE partners with artists and designers around the world to create prints that inspire customers to have a positive impact on the environment. They foster the idea that “clothing can be a platform that sparks mindful consumption”, and utilize their company to do just that.
Alternative Apparel
A company guided by “do good, feel good,” Alternative Apparel is focused on the impact they have on the planet and its people. They utilize materials such as recycled cotton and recycled polyester, reusing approximately 1.8 million recycled plastic bottles annually. The feel ranges from lightweight to heavyweight, and combines strength and softness for maximum comfort.
In addition to selling sustainable clothing, Alternative Apparel uses oxo-biodegradable mailer bags, and recycles bags from their vendors.
Boody
Boody is an Australian based clothing brand with the environment and comfort at the forefront of their values. Years ago, the company decided that selling some eco- friendly products wasn’t enough, and became dedicated to becoming a 100% sustainable brand.
Their clothing is made from bamboo, an environmentally friendly and extremely soft material. Not only is the bamboo grown organically and without artificial irrigation, but it plays a role in improving air quality, by producing more oxygen and absorbing more carbon dioxide than trees.
TALA
TALA is a brand dedicated to designing affordable, sustainable activewear that doesn’t compromise high performance and a flattering fit. The company prides itself on being sustainable, accessible, community conscious, transparent, and a role model within the fashion industry.
TALA partners with world- leading facilities to produce sustainable clothing at a reasonable price. They take the unique approach of filling each product tag with seasonal seeds, allowing customers to simply add water, and watch their plant grow.
