Denim brands like RE/DONE are taking a different approach and making their clothes from recycled materials salvaged from old vintage Levi’s.
James Jeans sources recycled cotton and Danish brand Organic Basics (shown here) make their clothes from recycled materials including recycled cashmere and a recycled nylon yarn called ECONYL which was invented in Italy.
Brands
adidas by Stella McCartney is a fashion-forward, high-performance activewear range with half of the items made from recycled materials.
ANDI is an NYC-based brand making lightweight, waterproof bags from recycled plastic bottles. An ANDI bag puts form and function first to support women's busy lifestyles.
Beaufille is a Toronto-based slow fashion brand focused on timeless, trans-seasonal womenswear. Deadstock fabrics and recycled materials are often used for their striking modern silhouettes.
BOYISH is a line of sustainable women's denim featuring vintage finishes and modern cuts. Produced entirely of recycled eco-friendly fabrics.
Colovos is a NYC label making impeccably-made minimalist, modern pieces for everyday wear. Known for recycled jeans and artful draping.
E.L.V. DENIM, short for East London Vintage where the sustainable line is made, transforms discarded denim into truly modern, original pieces.
Freedom Moses is the cheerful Israeli label bringing us scented rubber sandals in zany prints. The slides are vegan and are designed to be recycled when you're done.
GANNI is a vibrant Danish women's clothing label incorporating fun prints and modern silhouettes to add personality to your wardrobe.
Girlfriend Collective make sustainable activewear from recycled materials. The range is size-inclusive and uses simple block colors for versatility.
James Jeans manufacture their classic, everyday jeans in Los Angeles. Made from hemp blends and recycled cotton for sustainability.
L*Space is the Californian swimsuit brand famous for making pieces with That Feel Good Fit. Size-inclusive and made to flatter every body shape.
Marques Almeida, British fashion label founded by Portuguese designers, make flamboyant, avant-garde pieces incorporating recycled fabrics.