Feel Good Shopping With These Ethical Brands
You already know that wearing flattering, fashion-forward apparel has the power to make you feel great. But what if your clothing did good for you and the world around you? With these ethical fashion brands, it can.
Sseko Designs
What they’re known for: Customizable strappy sandals, as well as other leather women’s shoes, bags and accessories
Why you’ll feel good buying them: Sseko provides work for high-achieving Ugandan women that can help propel them toward obtaining a college education. With an emphasis on living bravely no matter your background or walk of life, Sseko is empowering to both the women wearing their designs and the ones making them.
Appalatch
What they’re known for: Custom-fit sweaters
Why you’ll feel good buying them: Appalatch’s small, intimate supply chain in the United States makes sure that no animals or people are hurt in the process of making your sweater. And since their garments are made to your specific measurements, you know you’ll be getting a perfect fit every time.
Thinx
What they’re known for: Making period undies that will keep you from leaking when that time of the month rolls around
Why you’ll feel good buying them: Thinx funds an organization that gives young women in Africa access to hygiene products that make it possible to work and go to school while on their periods—and manufactures its underwear in a family-owned factory in Sri Lanka.
Akola Project
What they’re known for: High-end, hand-crafted jewelry
Why you’ll feel good buying them: Besides ethically sourcing all their materials, each Akola purchase funds comprehensive programming to benefit the disadvantaged women in Uganda and Texas who make the jewelry.
Victor Athletics
What they’re known for: Simple, sporty basics
Why you’ll feel good buying them: Victor Athletics manufactures their 100% organic sweatpants, hoodies and tees in a U.S. factory that they maintain a close relationship with, ensuring that people and the planet both benefit.
Veja
What they’re known for: Minimalist leather sneakers
Why you’ll feel good buying them: Veja’s radical transparency and attention to the minute details of ethical sourcing mean that these kicks are some of the most eco-friendly (and coolest-looking) kicks on the market.
