Sustainable Alternatives to J Crew

1. Toad&Co

Price Range: $45 – $140

Sustainable Materials: Hemp, Organic Cotton and Recycled fabrics.

Toad&Co’s designs feature bright colors and patterns. They are known for their lighthearted fun while making a serious impact with their sustainability initiatives. Their clothing style consists of mostly casual items and they exclusively use sustainable fabrics.

The brand was founded to support local communities and to take care of the plant. Toad&Co is on a mission to enjoy the simple aspects of life.

The brand is taking its sustainable shipping seriously by using reusable mailers. With an extensive list of sustainability goals, Toad&Co is transparent about its long term eco commitments.

The brand is taking its sustainable shipping seriously by using reusable mailers. With an extensive list of sustainability goals, Toad&Co is transparent about its long term eco commitments.

2. Everlane

Price Range: $40 – $340

Sustainable Materials: Organic Cotton, Alpaca Wool, Econyl, Reused Wool, Recycled Polyester and Nylon.

Everlane specializes in garments of exceptional quality and only produce their clothing in ethical factories. They source only the best fabrics and their items are designed to last.

The brand does not focus on trends as their goal is for their items to be worn for many years to come.

If you are looking for ethical denim then look no further than Everlane. Denim is one of its specialities and you can feel good about the next pair of jeans you purchase.

This eco-brand strives to use the most sustainable materials available and are always transparent about their supply chain.

3. United By Blue

Price Range: $28 – $300

Sustainable Materials: Hemp, Organic cotton, Tencel, Recycled Polyester, Corozo, Modal and Wool.

United By Blue removes one pound of trash from waterways and oceans for every product that is purchased. Their clothing ranges feature stylish basics perfect for any capsule wardrobe.

You can find both women’s and men’s clothing options available as well as accessories and shoes. Why not try out a mystery box to receive an expertly curated package of sustainable fashion.

This brand’s goal is to eliminate all waste from our oceans and they plan to achieve this by eliminating the need for waste when purchasing clothing.

4. Taylor Stitch

Price Range: $35 – $178

Sustainable Materials: Organic Denim, Organic Cotton and Recycled Polyester.

Beautiful craftsmanship is part of this brand’s DNA. Their clothing ranges feature men’s wardrobe staples that will last a lifetime (or more!).

Taylor Stitch creates sophisticated menswear that will not damage your wallet or the planet. Their speciality is denim, lightweight jackets and knits.

This brand believes that the fashion industry needs to be different and follows five pillars of social responsibility. These include responsible sourcing and building, closing the loop, creating community and giving back.

New items can be crowdfunded which provides less waste and gives the buyers a 20% discount. It truly is a win-win.

5. Pact

Price Range: $36 – $125

Sustainable Materials: Organic Cotton

Pact specializes in comfy loungewear, activewear and intimates. The expertly designed clothes come in neutral colors that will be fashionable for years to come. With options for the entire family, you can feel good about dressing everyone in sustainable staples.

For comfort that won’t hurt your wallet or the planet check out the Pact collection. This brand only uses organic fibers and chemical-free dyes which makes it a stylish and environmentally-friendly choice.

You can feel good about shopping with Pact as all shipping has been carbon offset and the shipping box can be reused to donate unwanted clothes to non-profits for free.

6. Knowledge Cotton Apparel

Price Range: $15 – $450

Sustainable Materials: Linen, Organic Cotton, Recycled PET and Organic Wool.

Knowledge Cotton Apparel specializes in organic linen clothing that has an effortless Scandinavian style. With both casual and elegant options available, this brand has fashionable clothing available for the entire family.

Specializing in loose-fitting linen options and loungewear this comfy yet elegant brand will have all of your friends envious of the northern European styling.

Knowledge Cotton Apparel is a Scandinavian family operated business that holds sustainability true to its core. They are focused on the responsibility of the textile industry and its impact on the environment, cotton farms and textile workers.

7. Faherty

Price Range: $96 – $575

Sustainable Materials: Traceable Cashmere, Recycled Sherpa, Organic Cotton, Bluesign® Certified Textiles and Merino Wool.

Specializing in comfy casual clothing this brand will not only make you feel stylish but you will feel good by giving back to local communities.

Faherty has exciting options available for the entire family. With everything from overalls to loungewear and swimwear this brand has something for everyone. No matter what you are looking for there is a sophisticated and sustainable option available at Faherty.

8. Outerknown

Price Range: $250 – $680

Sustainable Materials: Organic Cotton, Alpaca Wool, Econyl, Cashmere, Linen and Peruvian Pima Cotton.

Specializing in fun prints and colors, Outerknown will liven up your sustainable wardrobe. This brand was founded in partnership with champion surfer Kelly Slater. The goal was to make clothing that not only looked better but was made better.

Outerknown is famous for its blanket shirts which is a sustainable and luxurious version of the traditional plaid shirt. In a beautiful range of colors and patterns, this wardrobe staple is a must-purchase.

Currently, 90% of their fibers are organic, recycled or regenerated. They are constantly striving to be better and hold themselves accountable to their sustainable mission.

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Sabina K.

I am a passionate environmentalist and outdoor adventurer and have been writing about these topics for 4 years now.