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The Best Men’s Sustainable Pajamas

Sustainable fashion isn’t just for women, there are a growing number of brands who offer ethically made and stylish clothes for men, including pajamas! 

What we wear at night is so important for a good night’s sleep and can even make the difference between a good day and a really bad day. That’s why it’s so crucial to pick pajamas that you’ll be happy with and feel good about buying.

What to look for when shopping sustainable men’s pajamas

If you’re on the hunt for some sustainable men’s pajamas, (you’ve come to the right place!) there are a few things you may want to keep in mind. 

Firstly, look for pajamas made from more sustainable materials such as organic cotton, Tencel, bamboo, and linen. Try to avoid materials like polyester, acrylic and fleece (a synthetic version of wool). It’s best to check what the brand has to say about the material they use, for example is it certified in any way to ensure it’s traceable and sustainably produced, and do they source from one country or multiple countries? You’ll notice that the sustainable brands are very transparent about where they get their material from and who’s involved in the supply chain. If a brand isn’t making noise about this, it’s a bit of a red flag. 

It’s also important to ensure your pajamas have been ethically made by garment workers who have been given the same rights and working conditions that you would expect for yourself. This can include safe working conditions, fair wages, access to childcare and medical support, and a host of other aspects that would allow them to be happy and healthy at work. 

our top picks for sustainable men’s pajamas:

If it’s time to refresh your nightwear look, these brands offer the best sustainable and stylish options for any man. Whether you like to keep it simple with a tee and shorts, or you like to go full out with matching sets and robes, you’re sure to find something here to suit your style.

1. Pact

Materials: Organic Cotton

Price: $44-78

If you get overwhelmed by too many choices, head to Pact for the ‘cool-stretch sleep pant’ for the ultimate men’s nightwear solution. Designed in a lightweight organic cotton fabric with plenty of stretch, these pants offer the perfect setup for a good night’s sleep. They feature a waistband with a flat front and elastic in the back so you can find your ideal fit. In addition, Pact claims these pants save 20 gallons of water compared to non-organic cotton!

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2. Coyuchi

Materials: Organic Cotton

Price: $38-78

The pajama range at Coyuchi includes the French terry jogger, the crinkled pajama pants and the short sleeve tee - all made with GOTS certified organic cotton and produced ethically in India in a factory that recycles 90% of its wastewater.

With neutral tones and minimalist designs, these pajamas are ideal for the no-fuss look for bedtime.

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3. Cozy Earth

Materials: Bamboo

Price: $50-105

A small but essential range of men’s pajamas from Cozy Earth offers a pajama pant, shorts and long sleeve top all made with stretch-knit bamboo. The breathable and moisture-wicking fabric feels cooler than cotton and the machine washable enhanced weave makes these PJs made to last and won’t pill. Both the top and bottoms are available in S - XXXL and come in navy, black, charcoal or heather grey. All you have to do is pick your style for a good night’s rest.

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4. Boody

Materials: Bamboo

Price: $45-145

Boody sells sustainably produced, comfy clothing essentials, all made with bamboo. The bamboo Boody uses is produced without fertilizers, pesticides, or artificial irrigation, and it comes from FSC-certified forests. It is grown using rainwater, which is recycled and reused. The fabric also has thermo-regulating properties, and it is soft, breathable, and odor-resistant, which is great for sleeping!

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5. Organic Basics

Materials: Organic Cotton, Tencel

Price: $61-206

If you’re a simple sleeper and just need sweatpants, tees, and boxers, then Organic Basics have you covered. The men’s ‘save with packs’ section is a great place to pick up everything you might need for your version of sleepwear, whether that’s a tee and sweatpants or even just boxer shorts. The Tencel tees, tanks and boxers are very breathable and great for regulating your body's temperature throughout the night, helping you get a higher quality of sleep.

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6. Harvest & Mill

Materials: Regenerative Cotton

Price: $46-118

This awesome brand was born out of a need for locally sewn and USA grown organic clothing. They knew there was a better way to make clothing, and they wanted to support USA organic cotton farmers, American heritage mills, and their local sewing community. Harvest & Mill actually uses regenerative cotton, which is the most sustainable for the planet because it directly fights climate change by pushing carbon back into the ground. We absolutely love it!

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7. Made Trade

Materials: Eucalyptus Lyocell, Organic Cotton

Price: $46-78

Made Trade has a good range of pajamas from brands such as Sijo, Coyuchi and Harvest & Mill. Check out the jersey shorts made with organic cotton, or the jogger pants made with Eucalyptus Lyocell. On Made Trade, you can shop with confidence knowing every product is rigorously assessed and verified for both sustainability and equity and adheres to at least two of Made Trade's eight core values.

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8. Ably

Materials: Filium® activated cotton

Price: $45-145

If PJ pants are all you need for your nightwear, then the Ollie flannel lounge pants from Ably might be just what you’re looking for.

Made with Filium® activated cotton, the fabric repels liquids, stains, and odors so they don’t require washing as frequently. Perfectly paired with any t-shirt or on its own in warmer climates, the Ollie pants are a great wardrobe staple for any man.

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9. Komodo

Materials: Organic Cotton

Price: $53-105

Komodo has perfected the sustainable pajama with their Jim Jam design. Made from GOTS certified organic cotton that helps keep you warm during the colder months, the double-brushed fabric makes these pyjamas perfect for cozy winter nights.

Available as a set or just the bottoms, you can choose between navy or maroon plaid and enjoy a guilt-free night’s sleep.

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10. Lüks Linen

Materials: Linen, GOTS Cotton

Price: $102-188

For something a bit different, why not upgrade your nightwear wardrobe to include a robe? These ones from Lüks Linen are made for lounging inside and outdoors in warmer weather, and add that touch of luxury to your mornings and evenings. The 100% Turkish cotton fabric is first hand woven on traditional wooden shuttle looms by master weavers and then individually cut and sewn by a local tailor. The linen and cotton used are GOTS & Standard 100 Oeko-Tex® certified.

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Sarah is a freelance writer with a focus on vegan fashion, sustainability and ethically made clothes. She campaigns for change in the fashion industry through her blog and on her Instagram page.

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What is Zero-Waste Fashion?

Textile waste is a huge problem in the fashion industry. The Council for Textile Recycling claims that more than 70 pounds of textiles per US citizen are going into landfills annually. The amount of clothes we waste is largely due to the rapid increase in the number of clothes being produced over the last few decades. Fashion Revolution claims textile waste is only getting worse and is estimated to increase by about 60% between 2015 and 2030, with an additional 57 million tons of waste generated annually. This would reach an annual total of 148 million tons.

Of the discarded clothes, only 15% is recycled or donated; the rest goes to landfill or is incinerated. Clothes with synthetic fibers can take hundreds of years to decompose. Textiles release methane gas during the decomposition process and leak toxic chemicals and dyes into the groundwater and our soil.

As we become more aware of the impact the fashion industry is having on the environment, brands are looking for more ways to reduce their footprint and the amount of waste they produce. One such idea is zero-waste fashion; clothes that generate little or no textile waste in their production.

When does waste occur in the fashion industry?

Zero-waste promotes a more focused way of producing and living. Brands are adopting this approach to their manufacturing to eliminate textile waste in every aspect of production. They are deciding to reduce the environmental impact of their processes and products in ways that have genuine meaning and provoke real change.

Waste in the fashion industry can occur at several stages of production. When choosing a fabric to purchase from a supplier, brands are often sent several samples of small swatches of fabric, and these are often archived or thrown away after a collection is finished. Even the fabric choice itself can have a history of waste. For example, natural materials like organic cotton can involve waste, from how it’s grown, to the process of turning fibre into fabric.  

Pattern cutting can be an area of development that involves a lot of waste. When pattern pieces are placed on the fabric to be cut out, this can leave ‘offcuts’ of fabric that are too small to be used and are often discarded. During the sewing process, there can be further waste like ‘overlocking’ offcuts and unwanted bits of thread. 

There are also less obvious elements of waste that most brands create, such as office materials like paper, packaging that may not be made from recycled cardboard, and overstock. When a big brands produces a bulk amount of an item of clothing and some of them don’t sell, this is called overstock. These clothes can sit in warehouses for months and are often destroyed to make room for new stock.

How does a brand achieve zero waste?

While there are many ways that fashion creates waste, the good news is there are now many different methods a brand can adopt that will reduce the amount they create and even save more textile waste from landfill. 

Zero-waste design is the practice of developing clothes that require little to no waste. A lot of the waste created by clothing brands can occur before production even begins. When designing garments, zero-waste brands consider how they can minimize excess fabric and how to create pattern designs that will make the most effective use of fabric. Designers should also factor in longevity when designing clothes, ensuring they will last as long as possible for the wearer. 

Sample garments or ‘toiles’ are often made to check the garment functions, the number of these is different for each brand, but there could be anywhere from 2-10 (or even more if it’s high-end design) of these samples made before an item is signed off. 3-D printing and digital sampling are recent innovations that enables brands to see what garments will look like before production begins and make adjustments without the need of physical sample garments. 

Many brands trying to achieve zero-waste status opt to use deadstock or leftover fabrics from other brands and use these to create their collections. This is a great way to make use of pre-existing textiles that otherwise would have been discarded. Zero-waste brands will use recycled and recyclable materials in their shipping and packaging, as well as in their office materials they use every day.

Upcycling is a method that’s fast becoming popular with zero-waste brands; turning an item of clothing into something new, saving the fabric and fastenings in the process. Made to order is another example of how a brand can achieve zero-waste. By only producing a specific number of clothes to meet actual orders they eliminate the issue of overstock and also creates a more valued item of clothing as the wearer knows it’s been made especially for them. 

Fashion brands aiming to become zero-waste also have a responsibility to ensure their suppliers are using low waste production methods. This particularly applies to the fabric suppliers who should be ensuring the processes they use to create textiles create the least waste possible. 

Considering the ‘end of life’ of clothes, some brands focus on closing the loop and offering customers the option to send their clothes back to the brand to be upcycled or recycled. For example, Patagonia’s Worn Wear program provides customers the chance to trade in their old Patagonia clothes for a credit ranging from $10-100 depending on the item of clothing.

our top picks for zero waste clothing brands:

1) Whimsy & Row

Whimsy + Row produces limited batches that are all handcrafted in Los Angeles. It has a waitlist feature on its website so that the company knows exactly much clothing it has to create. Not all of their clothing is made from deadstock, but we have linked up directly to their zero waste collection. The brand only uses locally sourced and eco-friendly materials, and recycles every scrap of deadstock fabric to turn it into new garments or accessories. Whimsy + Row is also carbon-neutral, and its pieces are made using recycled water as well as low-impact dyes. 

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2) Christy Dawn

Christy Dawn are committed to practices that honor Mother Earth, and believe that sustainability doesn’t go far enough, instead focussing on regenerative processes that heal the planet.

They repurpose deadstock fabrics and use construction methods that ensure their clothes are designed to last. A wide range of earth-toned dresses, bottoms and blouses are the ideal everyday wear that aligns with your ethics.

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3) ReCrafted by Patagonia

Patagonia is a favorite brand of ours here at Sustainably Chic, and we love the fact they have their own collection dedicated to zero waste fashion. Their ReCrafted line is created from thousands of used garments diverted from the landfill, sorted at their Reno Repair Center, designed by a team, and finally deconstructed and sewn in Los Angeles. Each product will be uniquely crafted and a rare fine for your closet!

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4) Bastet Noir

Another one of our favorite zero waste fashion brands, Bastet Noir, believes in consuming fashion responsibly, which is why they have created their ‘no waste policy’. Each clothing piece ordered is tailor-made to your measurements to avoid overproducing.

All of their clothing is made out of discarded materials and produced locally by a community of women single parents in North Macedonia.

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5) Tonlé

Pioneers in zero-waste fashion, Tonlé describe themselves as a ‘maker-led community’, valuing inclusivity, honesty and reciprocity.

They use a sustainable zero waste process to create their clothes, making use of reclaimed materials from other manufacturers.

Tonlé offers a beautiful range of clothing from dresses and jumpsuits to outerwear and accessories.

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6) Anekdot

Anekdot is a German company that makes women’s lingerie and swimwear, using surplus fabrics left behind by the fashion industry. The brand sells a great range of lacy lingerie sets that are beautiful and well-made, featuring small decorative details. They are designed to follow your natural curves in a flattering way. The company is great at sourcing its materials locally and gets them from off-cuts, end-of-lines, production leftovers and vintage trimmings.

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7) Swedish Stockings 

Hailed as the only sustainable hosiery brand in the world, Swedish Stockings create their pantyhose from both pre and post-consumer nylon waste. Traditional nylon production is very harmful to the environment, and Swedish Stocking ensures their processes conserve or reuse water, decrease carbon emissions and reduce and recycle waste. They also have a ‘recycling club’ program where customers can send in 3 or more pairs of synthetic pantyhose from any brand in exchange for a 10% discount on Swedish Stockings products.

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8) ArmedAngels 

Armed Angels’ ‘Circular Tee’ and ‘Circular Denim’ collections are the brand’s first exploration into circular fashion, ensuring all the resources involved in manufacturing are kept in a loop.

Customers can return their old Armed Angels t-shirt or denim via the ‘take-back system’ and they will be turned into new items. 

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9) RE/DONE

RE/DONE are on a mission to create sustainable, mindful fashion and are the first luxury label to be born online and grown as an e-commerce brand.

They began with the concept of upcycling vintage Levi’s into modern fits and have since diverted over 145,000 garments from landfills, reconstructing them into luxury collectables.

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10) Pantee

A UK-based brand, Pantee’s bras and underwear are made from either deadstock t-shirts or deadstock t-shirt fabric (95% cotton for comfort, 5% elastane for stretch).

They also work closely with their manufacturers to ensure quality and ethical working standards.

Their underwear sets look very comfortable and come in many different styles and colors!

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11) OhSevenDays

Based in Istanbul, Turkey, OhSevenDays is a mindfully made womenswear label creating sustainable staples from deadstock fabrics. If you like color and multi-functional garments, this brand is for you! The label was created after the founder Megan Mummery stumbled across a small district of Istanbul selling off-cut fabric rolls leftover from large garment manufacturers. Unfortunately, they were doomed for landfill, which sparked an idea to create a sustainable regenerative fashion line.

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12) Malaika

Malaika New York’s unique zero waste designs embrace the female body, focusing on comfort, versatility, and timelessness.

Their simple yet powerful designs can be styled in a variety of different ways.

Malaika is a great choice if you feel like trends are wasteful and are building a high-quality capsule collection.

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13) Mud Jeans

This is a European jeans brand for men and women that you will want to know about: every pair of unwanted or worn-out MUD jeans returned to them is recycled into a new pair in a zero-waste system that uses 92 percent less water than the average pair of jeans. In addition, they encourage their customers to “lease” a pair of jeans with small monthly payments and give them the option to either keep or swap their jeans after 12 months. It’s a brilliant system that makes ethical clothing much more affordable.

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14) Passion Lilie

Passion Lillie carries cute dresses with fun designs that can easily be dressed up or down. The brand is a Fair Trade Federation member, meaning that everything is made by workers earning a fair wage in a safe environment. They use traditional block printing on organic cotton with eco-friendly, non-toxic dyes. With their leftover fabric, they create accessories like handbags and scrunchies, as well as home goods like pillowcases and napkins.

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The Best Sustainable Stationery

In today's world, the concept of being eco-friendly has become more important than ever before. As we become more aware of the impact our actions have on the environment, we are beginning to see the importance of taking small steps to make a positive difference. One way in which we can contribute to the protection of our planet is by choosing eco-friendly stationery.

Whether you're re-stocking your home office or you have an event to prepare for, choosing the right stationery can make all the difference. If you're trying to shop more sustainably and are looking for eco-friendly versions of your stationery staples (no pun intended!), we have found the brands that have got everything you need. From blank paper and envelopes to journals and notebooks, the items we use every day can have a big impact on the planet if we're not careful. But with brands like Paper Culture, Artifact Uprising, and Muji, you can make your stationery both fun and eco-friendly.

Why is it important to choose eco-friendly stationery?

By choosing eco-friendly stationery, you are reducing the amount of waste and pollution that is generated by the production and disposal of non-eco-friendly products. When you opt for products made from sustainable materials, you are supporting the use of renewable resources and promoting the long-term health of our planet.

Many non-eco-friendly products contain harmful chemicals that can be dangerous to both the environment and human health. Choosing eco-friendly products can help reduce exposure to these toxic chemicals.

What makes stationery eco-friendly or not?

For a stationery product to be classed as eco-friendly or sustainable, it should be made using materials that are renewable, such as recyclable paper or organic or biodegradable materials. Non-eco-friendly stationery is typically made using materials that are non-renewable and have a negative impact on the environment, such as virgin paper from unregulated forests or plastic made with fossil fuels.

In addition to the materials used, the production process also plays a significant role in determining whether or not stationery is eco-friendly. Eco-friendly stationery is produced using sustainable practices, such as using renewable energy sources, reducing waste, minimizing the use of harmful chemicals, and using a 'closed-loop' system. 

How to identify eco-friendly stationery

There are several things you can look out for when shopping for eco-friendly stationery. 

• Recycled content: Look for products that use recycled content, such as paper made from post-consumer waste. 

• Sustainable materials: Look for products made from sustainable materials such as bamboo, hemp, or recycled plastic.

• Minimal packaging: Choose products with minimal packaging or packaging made from sustainable materials.

• Certifications: Look for products that have been certified by third-party organizations such as the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) or Cradle to Cradle (C2C).

Choosing eco-friendly stationery is a simple yet effective way to contribute to the protection of our planet. By opting for products made from sustainable materials and produced using responsible manufacturing practices, we can reduce waste, minimize our impact on the environment, and promote the long-term health of our planet. The 15 brands we're sharing here offer a range of eco-friendly stationery products, making it easy for us to make a positive impact through our purchasing choices.

Now, our top picks for eco-friendly & Sustainable stationery:

1) Paper Culture

Category: DIY cards, wedding invitations, blank cards, personalized stationery, wall decals

Materials: 100% post-consumer recycled paper, bamboo, organic cotton

Got a wedding, graduation, or other big life event coming up? Based in California, Paper Culture offers a range of eco-friendly stationery products in contemporary designs, including DIY cards (add your own photos and messages), invitations, save the date, and thank you cards.

All products are made using 100% post-consumer recycled paper and are printed using vegetable-based inks. Paper Culture produces its paper and wall decal materials domestically to reduce emissions from transportation. For every order, Paper Culture plants a tree and has planted over 1 million trees already! 

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2) Minted

Category: greeting cards, invitations, art, gifts

Materials: recycled paper, eco-friendly inks

Minted offers a range of personalizable stationery, including cards, invitations, and announcements.

Their products are created by independent artists who create unique and stylish designs. Minted also offers a range of customization options, including foil-stamping, to make your invites really stand out.

Their products are made using high-quality, 100% post-consumer recycled paper and eco-friendly inks, and they have switched all of their packaging over to recyclable or compostable materials. 

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3) Twigs Paper

Category: cards, invitations, notebooks

Materials: 100% post-consumer FSC-certified paper, water-based inks

Made in the USA, Twigs is committed to using 100% eco-friendly materials to produce their cards, invitations, and notebooks. We love their National Parks card collection - they’d be perfect for the recipient to frame! All of the materials they use are sourced from within the USA and Canada, and they print from New York and ship from New Jersey.

Twigs only use plastic-free packaging that is made from post-consumer waste.

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4) Artifact Uprising

Category: photo prints, photo books, cards, calendars

Materials: recycled paper, reclaimed wood, eco-friendly inks

Artifact Uprising specializes in creating high-quality photo prints, photo books, albums, cards, and calendars. They offer a range of themes and designs to choose from, and all of their products are designed to be customizable, so you can get the perfect end product.

Artifact Uprising makes all of its stationery products in the USA and is committed to sustainable and ethical production. Their products are made using eco-friendly materials, including 100% recycled paper and eco-friendly inks. 

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5)  Quilling Card

Category: greeting cards, gifts, art

Materials: paper

For a card like no other, we recommend checking out the stationery brand Quilling Card. Their cards are crafted using the art of quilling (threading strips of kishu paper through a tool to create a tight coil to create shapes), and their designs are beautiful and unique. They offer a range of themes, including seasonal and holiday cards, and you can even buy a kit to try quilling for yourself and make your own cards!

These greeting cards can turn into pieces of art and would be perfect for framing. Quilling Card has a commitment to sustainability and supporting local communities and is a member of the Fair Trade Federation.

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6) Greenvelope

Category: digital invitations and cards

Materials: n/a

If you’re looking to reduce your use of paper and the resulting waste, maybe digital invitations are for you. Greenvelope offers a range of stylish digital invitations and cards that are perfect for your special event. You can easily customize the designs to make them suit your needs, and they offer a range of themes, from classic to more contemporary designs.

The Greenvelope website also helps you track RSVPs and questions and set reminders for your guests - the personal assistant we all need when planning an event!

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7) Em & Friends

Category: greeting cards, notebooks, journals, stickers,

Materials: recycled paper, soy-based ink

Em & Friends offers a range of quirky and fun stationery products, including cards for any occasion, notebooks, and journals, as well as stickers, sticky notes, and magnets. Their designs are colorful, playful, and unique, and they have something to offer for all types of personalities. They also offer some fantastic customizable gifting options like books and ‘read me when’ letters.

Em & Friends print their cards in Los Angeles and uses recycled paper and soy-based inks. They also support various social and environmental causes, such as mental health awareness and sustainable living - we love a brand that gives back to the community.

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8) Greenroom

Category: notebooks, journals, binders, blank cards

Materials: 100% recycled paper, soy-based inks

Based in California, Greenroom offers a range of notebooks, journals and binders made using 100% recycled paper and non-toxic soy-based inks. Their designs range from fun prints perfect for your kids to take to school to refined, classic designs that you’ll feel proud to bring out at the team meetings!

Greenroom also sells blank cards, perfect for saying ‘thank you’ or just letting someone know you’re thinking of them. Greenroom products are exclusively available at Target.

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9) Papier

Category: notecards, letting writing paper, thank you card sets, notebooks

Materials: FSC-certified paper

Created with sustainably sourced paper and using recycled packaging, Papier is known for seasonal collections and unique designs. Everything is shipped wrapped in simple cardboard and paper, and all notecards, writing paper, invitations, greeting cards, and inner pages of your notebooks and planners can be recycled.

In addition, they often team up with artists to bring their talents to Papier products for products you won’t find anywhere else!

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10) Tree-Free Greetings

Category: blank cards, greeting cards

Materials: 100% post-consumer recycled paper, VOC-free inks

With Mother’s Day and Father’s Day just around the corner, have you picked out your cards yet? Tree-Free Greetings offers a range of sustainable greeting cards for every occasion, from national holidays to birthdays, anniversaries, new arrivals and weddings! You can even write your message onto the card digitally and Tree-Free Greetings will post it for you - perfect for when time isn’t on your side.

All of their products are made in the USA using sustainable materials such as recycled paper and reclaimed wheat straw. Their printing and production happen under one roof and are 100% solar-powered. 

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11) Paperless Post

Category: digital invitations and cards

Materials: FSC-certified paper, recycled paper, eco-friendly inks

Paperless Post offers a range of eco-friendly digital invitations and cards to send to your friends and family. Perfect for any occasion, they have designs for weddings, birthdays, graduation, party invites and even flyers for your business. You can select your design and send it digitally, meaning nothing is produced or needs to be disposed of afterward!

Lots of people are opting for this more eco-friendly choice for wedding and party invites. However, they also offer you the option to get paper versions of their designs if you prefer the physical thing, and they use 100% recycled paper and eco-friendly inks for these. 

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12) Good Paper

Category: Greeting cards, boxed sets

Materials: recycled paper, eco-friendly inks

Good Paper offers a range of beautifully handcrafted cards that are perfect for any occasion.

Their products are made using high-quality recycled paper and are printed with eco-friendly inks. Good Paper works with victims of human trafficking and provides fair wages and safe working conditions to their artisans.

We love that each Good Paper card has been signed on the back by the artist who created it. 

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13) Oblation Papers & Press

Category: greeting cards, invitations, notebooks, planners, pens

Materials: recycled paper, eco-friendly inks, recycled cotton

Portland-based Oblation Papers & Press offers a range of high-quality stationery, including cards, invitations, and notebooks.

Shop stationery sets with beautiful designs to make your letters to your friends and family that much more special.

You’ll also find everything from glass inkwells and typewriters to fabric-covered notebooks and even kits to make your own paper! Oblation uses traditional methods to make their handmade paper and you can see the care that goes into everything they create. 

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14) Botanical Paperworks

Category: seed paper greeting cards, wedding & party favors

Materials: biodegradable seed paper made from post-consumer waste

Imagine sending out your wedding invites so that your guests can plant and watch as wildflowers bloom!

Canadian company Botanical Paperworks specialize in seed paper products, including invitations, greeting cards, and confetti.

Their plantable paper is a biodegradable eco-paper made with post-consumer and post-industrial paper waste that is embedded with seeds. Everything is biodegradable, and by planting more wildflowers, you’ll be improving the biodiversity wherever you plant them!

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Sarah King is a freelance writer with a focus on vegan fashion, sustainability and ethically made clothes. She campaigns for change in the fashion industry through her blog and on her Instagram page.

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Sustainable & Unique Gift Ideas for Father’s Day

As June 18th approaches, you might be starting to think about what to get your dad for Father's Day. It's the one day a year we get to celebrate the father figures in our lives and acknowledge all the things they do for us. Maybe your dad is making an effort to be more eco-friendly, or you're gently trying to encourage them to make some sustainable changes? Or maybe you're just desperate to avoid getting him yet another tie! Either way, if you're on the lookout for some sustainable gift ideas for Father's Day, we've got you covered.

Our team has searched high and low for gift ideas that will put a smile on your dad's face and let him know just how much you appreciate him. We've checked that each product is made sustainably and ethically, and that the brands are taking tangible steps to reduce their impact on the planet. Keep reading for some major gift inspiration and find that perfect present for your dad this Father's Day! 

What makes a sustainable Father's Day gift?

When deciding if a product should be listed in one of our Sustainable Gift Guides, we look for several things. Here are a few questions you can ask yourself while searching for the ideal gift for your dad this Father's Day.

Is it what they want or need?

The first thing you should ask yourself when considering what to buy someone for a gift is "will they actually want this?". Unwanted gifts are a major source of waste, especially around annual holidays like Father's Day or Mother's Day. It's worthwhile starting your research off with a list of things your dad enjoys doing or are things that are relevant to him in some way. You could think about his hobbies, what he likes to do on his days off, things he's mentioned an interest in in the past, or something that you've seen before that could help him in some way. 

Will it last?

If you're buying a gift for your dad you'll want it to stand the test of time and be something he can get enjoyment out of for a long time. Avoid cheaply made items or novelty gifts that will likely break or can only be used once. Durability is one of the most important aspects of any sustainable gift and you know your dad will be even more impressed if the gift is well made and built to last.

What is it made of? 

Are the materials sustainably grown or sourced? Do they contain any harmful chemicals or toxins? Products that are circular in design (meaning they can be turned into something new at the end of it's lifespan) or upcycled are often the more sustainable option, and for beauty or skincare products refillable products are a great way to reduce waste.  

Don't forget to check out our guides on sustainable fabrics to check which materials you should be opting for while shopping.

Who made it? 

Have the people who made it been paid fairly? Do they work in safe conditions and have employment rights? These are questions any ethical brand should be able to tell you. Ensuring the gifts you buy are ethically made is an important element of being a conscious consumer, and helps spread awareness of brands that are looking out for their employees and partner factories. 

What else is the brand doing for the planet?

Does the brand make sure they're implementing sustainability within its entire business? A truly sustainable brand will be taking action to reduce their carbon footprint, minimize their waste and only use sustainable or recycled materials. Look out for sustainability initiatives, plastic-free packaging, carbon neutral shipping, and certifications such as B-Corp, GOTS, Net-Zero or Climate Neutral certified. 

Now, our top picks for sustainable Father's Day gift ideas:

1) Activewear top

Brand: Pangaia

Price: $130

For the outdoorsy dad who’s always planning the next family hike, this zipped long-sleeve top from sustainable B-Corp clothing brand Pangaia is the perfect gift for Father’s Day. Made with a specially formulated Bio-Based Polyamide, it can decompose faster. The Men’s Activewear 2.0 range comes in jade green, jasper red, taupe, or black and is available in sizes XS to XL. Pangaia’s packaging is compostable and they give back through their partnerships with grassroot conservation organizations. 

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2) Sustainable Sunglasses

Brand: MITA

Price: $149

Keep your dad looking chic with these eco-friendly frames from Mita.

They have a wide range of styles, but we love the timeless Roma style, and you can choose either frame-only or add your own lens prescription. Mita sunglasses are made from recycled water bottles and sustainable sun lenses.

2% of their profits go to philanthropic charities, and you can even choose which one to send the donation to!

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3) Organic Single Malt Scotch Whisky

Brand: Nc’nean

Price: $52

Presented in 100% recycled glass bottles, Nc’nean’s organic single malt would make the perfect Father’s Day gift for the whisky connoisseur. To reduce its impact in terms of carbon footprint, pollution and biodiversity, the B-Corp Nc’nean distillery is powered by renewable energy, uses 100% organically-farmed barley and recycles 99.97% of its waste.

Now that’s something worth raising a glass to!

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4) Non-Toxic Fragrance & Colognes

From: Credo Beauty

Price: $29-165

The main issue with conventional perfumes is that the perfume industry is incredibly opaque, and we rarely know what they are formulated with. Luckily, there are sites like Credo Beauty that make sure their fragrances are made with eco-friendly, sustainable ingredients that are not harmful to you or the planet.

They have popular brands such as Dedcool, Abott & Rosie Jane.

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5) Eco-Friendly Watch

Brand: Mondaine

Price: $220-845

How about a new watch for your dad who would never treat himself to one!

The Original Automatic from Mondaine is a classic style with Swiss quality, originally designed in 1986.

The watch features a vegan grape leather strap which is made of 75% eco-friendly plant-based composite material and 25% recycled PET. They have a 2-year warranty and offer a repair service with service centers across the world. 

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6)  Planet-Friendly Cookbook

Brand: Better World Books

Price: $29

Got a father who needs a bit of help in the kitchen? Why not treat him to a cookbook that sparks his culinary creativity whilst putting the planet first! “One: Pot, Pan, Planet: A Greener Way to Cook for You, Your Family and the Planet” by Anna Jones has over 200 simple recipes including one-pot soups and stews, baked dahls and pancakes. The book can also help you plan your meals and food shops, and reduce waste. Plus you’ll benefit from more home cooked meals - a win for you, your dad and the planet!

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7) Sustainable Pajama Pants

Brand: Coyuchi

Price: $78

Comfy and cooling pajama pants would make a fantastic gift for Father’s Day, especially as he probably hasn’t treated himself to new ones since before you were born! Made with GOTS certified organic cotton, these crinkled pants by Coyuchi feature an elasticated drawstring waistband and side seam pockets. Coyuchi is a women-owned company and only works with fair trade manufacturers. They also have a range of other nightwear products including short sleeve tees and joggers. 

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8) Simple Skin Care Set

Brand: Plaine Products

Price: $45

Is your dad finally ready to be introduced to skincare? Start him off easy with this simple skin care set from Plaine Products. The kit includes face wash, toner, and moisturizer and comes in citrus, green tea and unscented fragrances. The products are plastic-free and are refillable, so your dad can keep using them again and again without the waste. Plaine Products are vegan, cruelty-free, non-GMO, palm oil and sulfate-free, and biodegradable - absolutely no nasties here!

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9) Vegan Sneakers

Brand: Hylo

Price: $135

Move over New Balances; these lab-certified vegan sneakers are made from renewable materials like corn and algae. They are perfect for dads who love to run and spend a lot of time on their feet. The packaging is made of FSC-recycled cardboard (no plastic), and when you are finished with your shoes, you can send them back to Hylo for recycling.

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10) Vegan Beard Care Kit

Brand: Zeus

Price: $68

For the father figure in your life with a beard that needs some TLC, why not get him some eco-friendly products? The Zeus beard care kit features beard shampoo and conditioner, beard oil, and a beard brush and comes in a black metal tin. The products are vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben and sulfate-free. The beard brush handle is made with walnut wood, and the bristles are cut from undyed Tampico fibers. Perfect for beards of all shapes, sizes, & textures!

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Sarah King is a freelance writer with a focus on vegan fashion, sustainability and ethically made clothes. She campaigns for change in the fashion industry through her blog and on her Instagram page.

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The Best Eco-Friendly & Sustainable Skirts

It’s official, skirt season has arrived! If you’ve been waiting to slip into some sustainable skirts, we’ve got some major inspiration for you. These skirts are perfect for both spring and summer and some can even be layered over tights for the colder months – perfect for getting the most out of your wardrobe. Many of the skirts listed are under $100 and all of them have been ethically produced with sustainable materials.

From mini to maxi or wrap to A-line, there are so many styles of skirts that make really versatile additions to your wardrobe. Whether you need a new skirt now that you’re back in the office more, or you’re looking for something fun to take on your next vacation, we’ve got something for you on our list of 10 spring and summer skirts!

But first, let’s talk about sustainable skirts...

What makes a skirt sustainable or not?

For a skirt to be sustainable there are several factors to consider. It’s important to note the fabric that the skirt is made from and to know what impact on the environment that material has. For example, hemp and linen are grown naturally, without the use of pesticides and are biodegradable, whereas polyester requires the use of toxic chemicals, doesn’t break down ever, and releases millions of microplastics when washed. 

The way the skirt is made is also key to whether or not it can be called sustainable. The most sustainable clothes are those that are zero-waste, made to order, upcycled or in a circular design (where waste and pollution are designed out). You can also see if a brand has taken further steps to reduce their carbon footprint, such as using renewable energy in their factories and offices, sourcing recycled packaging and using an eco-friendly shipping method. 

You can check out our handy checklist when you’re shopping for sustainable fashion.

Ethics also play a big part in choosing whether a skirt is truly ‘sustainable’. Knowing whether a brand takes care of its workers, and that the makers are paid a fair wage, work in safe working conditions and have access to employment rights, are all important factors to consider. It’s also a question of personal ethics in terms of what values are important to you. If you’re vegan, for example, you may wish to avoid any skirt made with animal-based materials such as silk, leather, or wool.

Our top picks for sustainable skirts to take you from spring to summer:

1) Dino Skirt

Brand: Sezane

Price: $130

Material: 100% recycled polyester 

This fun, pleated midi skirt is the ideal vacation skirt. Fully lined and with a side zip closure, the Dino skirt is available in four colors. Paired with a basic tee and sandals, this simple outfit will be your summer go-to.

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2) Cassia Tencel™ Floral Maxi Wrap Skirt

Brand: Thought

Price: on sale $27

Material: Tencel™

A flattering wrap skirt is always a good choice, and the Cassia maxi wrap skirt is no exception. Made with Tencel™ that is gentle on the skin and crinkle-resistant, this skirt is the perfect travel companion! 

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3) Sport Skort

Brand: Girlfriend

Price: $62

Material: Recycled PET & spandex

The skort has made its comeback official, and we are here for it! The sporty, high-rise exercise skirt has built-in compressive shorts, as well as hidden mesh pockets and side slits. Made from recycled water bottles, the fabric contains 79% RPET and 21% spandex. Live your best sporty spice life with a skort this summer. Available in 7 colors!

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4) Harper Tiered Maxi Skirt

Brand: ABLE

Price: on sale $54

Material: Cotton

Made in India, The Harper Tiered Maxi Skirt features three tiers of lightweight cotton voile and an elastic waist for your comfort.

This skirt is also more size-inclusive, offering sizes from XXS to 3X.

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5) The Rudy Skirt

Brand: Christy Dawn

Price: $118

Material: Upcycled Fabric

What we love about Christy Dawn is their use of deadstock fabric. This gorgeous print was doomed for landfill, but instead turned into this lovely little skirt.

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6) Fit & Flare Mini Skirt

Brand: Pact

Price: $48

Material: Organic Cotton

Made in a Fair Trade factory, this mini skirt has pockets and is an easy throw-on for summer!

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7) Kendra Ecovero Skirt

Brand: Amour Vert

Price: $120

Material: Ecovero

We love this Villa Floral print! This high-waisted skirt looks adorable paired with your favorite pair of sneakers.

Amour Vert makes 97% of their clothing right here in the US. Even their packaging is eco-friendly & compostable!

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8) April Showers Sarong

Brand: Passion Lilie

Price: $35

Material: Fair Trade cotton

The most versatile in the skirt world, this sarong can be worn ten different ways, including as a dress, skirt, wrap, and scarf! The soft cotton has been hand-block printed with a beautiful blue and purple floral print made with eco dyes. 

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9) Short Multi Wear Skirt

Brand: Guru

Price: $49.99

Material: Upcycled saris

Made with one-of-a-kind saris that are traded for from villages in India, this skirt is a truly unique addition to your wardrobe. It can be worn in multiple ways, and they even have diagrams to help you experiment with different styling techniques. 

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10) The Layla Wrap Skirt

Brand: Rare & Fair

Price: $190

Material: Organic cotton

The Layla skirt is inspired by the traditional artisans’ skirt of rural Thailand, featuring a zip fastening at the back and a wrap at the front, double fastening, and a self-tie waistband that adds shaping at the waist. This skirt was made for those warm evenings during summer, eating al fresco at your favourite restaurant. 

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About the Author

Sarah is a freelance writer with a focus on vegan fashion, sustainability and ethically made clothes. She campaigns for change in the fashion industry through her blog and on her Instagram page.

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