BY ELISE EPP
1 WAT C H THIS! Last week tonight with john oliver: on fashion
the true cost. a doc about fast fashion. [netflix!]
Also: Made in Bangladesh [cbc] Why “Buy One, Give One” Companies Don’t Help Anyone [adam ruins everything]
2 what’s inside Intro: what is slow fashion? 4 how i got into slow fashion 6 my slow fashion pledge 8 faq 9 what are your values? 10 3 things you can do right now 11
The guides: basics 12 denim 24 party dresses 32 underwear 40 fitness 54 Shoes 62 bags 72 the master list 84
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3 what is slow fashion?
Slow fashion is the opposite of fast fashion. While fast fashion aims to move quickly from idea to factory to store to garbage dump, slow fashion takes time to make clothes that last while taking care of the planet and the people involved in the process.
I prefer the term “slow fashion” to “ethical fashion,” because it’s a more all-encompassing word which includes home sewing. It’s also easier to talk to people if I’m not telling them they have no ethics.
Here are some examples of slow fashion:
fair trade second hand/vintage eco-friendly Made in countries with high Labour standards organic recYcLed/recLaiMed fabrics supporting LocaL econoMies Making it Yourself
4 DID YOU KNOW?
the world consumes 400% more clothing than 20 years ago the average American throws out 82 pounds of clothing per year – and only wears an item 7 times before tossing it garment workers are among the lowest paid in the world BBUTUT and 85% of them are women fashion is the second most polluting WHWHYY industry – after oil cotton accounts for 18% of all pesticide use and 25% of all ?????? insecticide use — and the chemicals cause serious birth defects In the last 15 years, 250,000 Indian cotton farmers have killed themselves after going into debt for Monsanto seeds
5 HOW I GOT INTO slow fashion
I have a lifelong association of fashion with creativity. When I was a kid, my mom did a lot of sewing for me. As I grew up, I had more opinions about what she made, and by the time I was in high school I would draw dress ideas and then ask (demand?) her to make them for me. In university I started doing my own sewing. I didn’t do much, and it usually involved several phone calls to my mother who lived a province away to do “tech support,” but I was learning.
In high school, TLC’s What Not to Wear changed my life. I was obsessed with that show, and became fascinated by the impact that our clothes and sense of self have on each other. Week after week I watched Stacy and Clinton create beauty and depth out of
6 clothing – and watched it have a profound impact on the contestants.
Plus I love pretty things.
AND THEN THERE WAS RANA PLAZA.
Since high school I have loved trendy neighbourhoods with independent shops, but I tended to only get special pieces there every once in awhile (or when my mom had her wallet out).
The Rana Plaza factory collapse in 2013, which killed 1,130 people, was a pivotal moment for me. From that moment on, I was keenly aware of the effect fast fashion had on the people who made it. I wandered into the Joe Fresh store on Toronto’s Queen Street West thinking, “I can do it. I can buy something stylish for cheap.” And then I would walk out empty-handed, too guilt-ridden to even try anything on.
That feeling hasn’t changed. Holding a piece of fast fashion still makes me hurt and I can’t shut off that part of my brain long enough to buy a $5 shirt. I see the person who made it and the effects that the garment industry has had on them and their children. I haven’t thrown out all of my fast fashion (that would kinda defeat one of the goals of reducing waste), but I can’t bring any more into my house. And so last summer I decided to swear off fast fashion.
7 My slow fashion Pledge
It’s important to acknowledge where our clothes come from and at what cost to those who make it. I will sew more of my own clothes and the clothes that I do purchase will support creators and producers. I recognize how privileged I am and I will use that privilege to encourage the good work that is already being done by many businesses.
We vote with our dollars, and I vote for creativity, sustainability, safety, and crafts(wo)manship.
8 Do my new clothes have to meet alllllll Do I have to throw away everything in the criteria? my wardrobe that’s not slow fashion? In my opinion, no, but Nope! One of the goals of slow fashion is feel free to set your own to reduce waste, so get creative with your rules! My rule for myself current wardrobe and make it last! is that any new (to me) clothes have to meet at FUN FACT Only a small percentage of the least one criterion, but clothes you donate actually get sold. The rest preferably two or more. ends up in the landfill or floods markets of faraway countries and decimates their own Do I have to learn how to sew? textile industry. Do you have to? No. Do I recommend it? Totally. It will give you a much better appreciation for what clothing is really worth. FAQFAQ do I have to stop binge-shopping at the mall/online? Yes. Instead of spending your money on, like, THTHISIS seven cheap pieces, pool that money on one or two slow fashion items but can i really that you love. afford it? Elise, are you perfect? Probably. I mean, don’t choose slow fashion over rent Nearly, my dear friend. or food, but for most of us it’s not a matter of being Nearly. But even I have able to afford it, but whether or not it’s a priority. the occasional slip up. Plus not every slow fashion option is expensive.
9 what are your values? Look for these words.
the environment eco-friendly, sustainable, second hand, vintage, organic (or ‘GOTS’), recycled, reclaimed, upcycled, preloved, made-to-order, B Corp
the workers fair trade, fair wage, organic (or ‘GOTS’), B Corp, made in countries with high labour standards, local, handmade, artisan, “I made this myself!”
10 1. wear the clothes you have
The average American wears an item of clothing a mere 7 times before tossing it. Don’t be the average American. Wear your clothes out. And then...
2. Mend, darn, patch
Is there a hole in your 3 things favourite socks? Darn you can do ‘em. Do your jeans have a hole in the crotch? Patch ‘em. There does come a point when clothes are beyond rriightght repair, but make them work for it. [And okay, you might have to buy a needle and thread, nownow but learning how to use without buying them isn’t hard. Or pay someone to mend for you.] anything
3. find a swap meet in your area
Are your clothes still in good condition but you’re sooooo sick of them? Hop on The Google or The Facebook (or whatever the kids are using these days) and see if anyone else has the same problem.
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12 B asics
Though special clothes – your dresses, sequined tops, pleated skirts – are the most fun, goodness knows our closets revolve around basics. (Hi freelancers! And parents of little ones!) It’s really easy to not think twice about picking up a cheap plain t-shirt. It’s just a plain t-shirt, right? Why bother?
Because to the factory worker who made it, that boring t-shirt is anything but “no-sweat.”
And you know what? Some of these tees are, like, $15. That’s still pretty cheap.
For the dudes: most of these companies have a mens line too! (And check the master list at the end for a whole list of manly retailers.)
13 Reformation Made from sustainable fabrics in a Los Angeles factory with a heat- reflecting roof, sent to you in recycled packaging.
Zady They sell a variety of ethical brands and have their own Essentials Collection. b udg e t fr ie nd ly
14 People Tree A pioneer in fair trade and sustainable fashion. Their whole supply chain, starting with producers in the developing world, is 100% fair trade.
TenTree They plant 10 trees for every item purchased! (And do other good stuff for people and the planet).
O2 Wear is made from bamboo, which needs very little irrigation or pesticides, and manufactured at a thoroughly vetted factory in China.
15 Everlane Want to know the inner workings of the factory where your sweater was made? Everlane can tell you. They call it “radical transparency.”
Threads 4 Thought Manufactured sustainably (recycled water, carbon neutral factories) at fair trade factories in China, Kenya, and India.
JERICO Basic tees made in Canada out of bamboo & cotton. (Buy in bulk for your school tees!)
16 Wildlife Works supports wildlife conservation with clothing made at their EcoFactory in Kenya.
PACT If price is your concern, you have no excuses. PACT clothes are organic, fair trade, and very affordable.
Dorsu offers fair and safe employment in Cambodia. They also use fabric remnants from other garment factories to reduce waste. Each item is signed by the person who made it.
17 MENAGE A DEUX Tees and tanks in black and white. Made in Montreal.
Ungalli Tees and such made from 100% (yup) recycled water bottles and fabric scraps. They also partner with a bunch of charitable organizations. I N TH E MI DD LE
18 Curator Designed and produced in San Francisco by two best friends.
Amour Vert Made in the USA out of sustainable fibres, like Tencel (from wood pulp) and recycled polyester, and non-toxic dyes.
Groceries apparel 100% organic and recycled basics made in Los Angeles.
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California Tailor Button down shirts and tees made in California.
Eileen Fisher Every step of the way, EF is dedicated to its workers and the planet, from sustainable fibres to fair trade.
Kuyichi Organic cotton, fair trade, and so much transparency you can get lost in the details of their factories and employees.
20 Tradlands Casual button downs made in Chicago. Menswear styles for women.
Ca va de soi Cashmere, merino, and silk knitwear that’s meant to last forever, all made in Tusca ny.
Mainline Basics Tees made from organic cotton grown in Texas, knit in North Carolina, and sewn in San Francisco. Shipped in reusable cotton bags, not plastic.
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22 Union St Tee Hey June Handmade
Briar Sweater Megan Nielsen
Greenwood Straight Stitch Designs
MÉLILOT SHIRT Deer and Doe
Aster Colette Patterns
Renfrew Sewaholic
Geneva Raglan Tee Named Clothing
Archer Shirt Grainline Studio
Sol Hoodie Jamie Christina
23 MUD jeans
24 D en im
There are two kinds of slow denim companies: big(ish) companies that are in it for the ethics – like Mud Jeans and Monkee Genes – and little American producers dedicated to reviving traditional American jeansmaking.
I don’t know if it’s just me becoming more involved in the online sewing community, but homemade jeans seem to be experiencing a heyday right now. In particular, Ginger jeans are all over the place. Home sewists are going super pro, too, by using all the ready-to-wear fixings, like rivets, legit denim stitching, and ooooh-worthy Cone Mills denim (also used in Imogene + Willie rtw jeans).
25 Mud Jeans Fair trade certified, organic cotton…Mud even lets you lease jeans. And whether you buy or lease, they ask you to return your jeans when you’re done with them so they can either be sold as vintage (legit ripped jeans!) or recycled into a new pair of jeans. It’s called circular design. j e an s ple a se
26 YOGA JEANS The co-founding Imogene + Willie Made brothers, Eric and Jacob Wazana, in the USA out of Cone Mills are dedicated to local production denim (hang around the denim and make their denim and jeans in world and that will start to sound Quebec, Canada. Oh yeah, and the familiar – especially when paired jeans are ridiculously comfy. with ooooh and ahhh sounds). They also have a mending service so you can keep your jeans in rotation as long as possible.
27 Raleigh Denim Workshop Traditional American jeansmaking done in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Re/Done They take vintage Levi’s apart at the seams and refashion them into skinny, relaxed, or cut-off jeans.
JC Denim Their women’s denim is made in Australia; the rest is made by sex trafficking victims in Cambodia.
28 Fidelity Denim Crafted in Los Angeles out of Italian and Japanese denim, they have a wide range of styles from skinnies to flares. (And jean jackets!)
Baldwin Denim A Kansas City-based husband and wife team is behind this American-made line of jeans.
Monkee Genes are proudly made out of certified organic cotton, which is not only eco- friendly, but also provides an economic boost for the farmers.
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30 Ginger Jeans Closet Case Files
Birkin Flares Baste + Gather
Starboard Jeans Papercut Patterns
Moss Skirt Grainline Studio
Wyome Boyfriend Jeans Named Clothing
MORGAN Jeans Closet Case Files
Jamie Jeans Named Clothing
31 Refo r mation
32 dre ss e s pa r t y
This section leans heavily on Canadian fashion lines. What can I say? I share what I know!
If you’re from some other corner of Earth, I’m sure you have wonderful independent fashion labels there too!
I’ve found these mostly through boutiques that focus on Canadian clothing and if you live in a big enough city (or a totally rad small town) I’m sure it’s not too hard to find your own local makers.
Fewer “Big Ethical Brands” make formalwear, so this is really a wonderful opportunity to check out your local fashion scene.
33 Amanda Moss Made in Montreal, Amanda launched her own line after becoming disenchanted with fast fashion.
Act Three Apparel Brand new to the Canadian fashion scene this season, these dresses are made with short ladies in mind.
Apricity Oh so pretty dresses that are surprisingly inexpensive, given that they are made stateside.
34 Copious Fashions mix and matches bold patterns and textures – and the Toronto-based designer Carissa McCaig makes everything herself!
Tony Chestnut Handmade in Winnipeg from almost entirely ethically sourced fabrics!
Jennifer Glasgow is made in Montreal’s Mile End district. This line has an emphasis on using organic and natural fabrics.
35 Birds of North America Tailored dresses designed in Toronto and manufactured in Montreal. Want a space-print dress? Find it here!
Samantha Pleet Helloooo New York City! Or rather, Brooklyn. The clothing is made in NYC using organic materials whenever possible. Hipster fashionista approved.
3rd Floor Studio Every glamorous garment is handmade locally and ethically in Toronto.
36 Reformation Breathtaking dresses made from sustainable fabrics in a Los Angeles factory with a heat-reflecting roof, sent to you in recycled packaging.
Monsoon is a founding member of the Ethical Trading Initiative. They only use materials from animals as a by-product of the food industry.
Bead and Reel Their mission is to offer eco-friendly, cruelty-free, sweatshop-free styles for the conscientious woman.
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38 Elisalex By Hand London
Leotie Midi Dress Named Clothing
Yoyo Dress Papercut Patterns
Ava Victory Patterns
Arum Dress Deer and Doe
Vanamo Two-Piece Cocktail Dress Named Clothing
Joan Dress Sew Over It
Emery Dress Christine Haynes
Kim By Hand London
39 Fortnight Lingerie
40 und i e s
Undies, underwear, gitch, knickers, drawers, or if you are in Victorian times, unmentionables. It goes by many names.
Everyone and their grandmother, it seems, is handmaking beautiful skivvies, but it was a little harder to find practical (read: underwire) bras in the slow fashion world.
Luckily for you, I found a range of undergarments. There’s everything from super sexy (one line has been featured in Playboy) to super comfy (a few lines are vying for that title), and even some underwire bras.
41 Naja is passionate about improving the lives of the women they employ: single mothers and female heads of households who are paid above market wages and given health benefits, flexible work policies, and school supplies for their kids. y und ies y da e v r
42 Araks Produced in NYC out THINX You can wear THINX of fine Italian fabrics. Their period panties instead of pads underthings range from soft and tampons! That prevents neutrals to bright colourblocking mountains of waste AND the and soft bras to underwire. A company supports programs that favourite of celebs like Sarah educate and employ women and Jessica Parker and Michelle girls in Uganda. Williams, Araks also has a swim line.
43 Fortnight Lingerie Made by a team of craftswomen in Toronto, they source most of their fabrics from across Europe.
DEAR KATE More period panties! Made in the USA, Dear Kates are entirely fabric – no plastic or latex! – and hold about as much liquid as a tampon, for light days or backup.
PACT Organic cotton and fair trade underpants. At around $10 a pair, you can hardly get child- labour-and-toxins-undies for less!
44 Harlow & Fox Made in Great Britain with European fabrics. Bras come in 30-38 DD-G. Busty ladies rejoice!
Hanky Panky Made in the USA, and they also do plus sizes and maternity!
Cosabella A family-owned company that began by making bodysuits in the ’80s, Cosabella is now in its second generation and the manufacturing is still done in Italy.
45 Brighton Lace Brighton Lace bralettes and knickers are
oung i ng made by a small team of women in Brighton, England – and even the lace is made in England! li ng e r ie for l
46 Mary Young Canadian-made With Love Lingerie lingerie and loungewear. Though Sexy, sheer lingerie handmade her pieces are gorgeous, the in Toronto, Canada. Maker emphasis is comfort. Carrie Russell is also dedicated to supporting seamstresses and designers in war-torn regions through micro loans.
47 Ohhh Lulu Have you ever fancied a velvet bralette? Or gold sequin knickers? Perfectly pretty loungewear handmade in Ontario.
Me undies Their #1 selling feature is comfort (or maybe fun), but their manufacturing involves “CO2 neutral processes in which up to 95% of production materials are recovered.”
Colie Co These super sexy undies are handmade in Leeds, England, mostly using reclaimed fabrics.
48 Kayleigh Peddie Made-to- order in Montreal, Canada. Lots of sheer, garters, and lace-ups, but also a few pieces that would be perfect for a comfy day at home.
Hopeless Lingerie has been featured in Playboy, which means you can indulge in the most ethical of sexytimes. Handmade in Melbourne, Australia.
Married and Bright For the Itty Bitty Titty Club! M & B undies are “minimalist” and handmade-to-order in LA.
49 Toru and Naoko Inspired by vintage lingerie, this line is made-to-order (with special trimmings by request!) in Santiago, Chile.
Brook There Designed, cut, and sewn in the USA out of organic and sustainable fabrics. They even have a silk line!
Woron Made in Europe out of Lenzing Modal – an incredibly soft and durable fabric made from wood pulp sourced sustainably.
50 Anek is a rare upcycled undie brand. No, that doesn’t mean second hand gotch. It means they use production leftovers and vintage trimmings. Handcrafted in Berlin.
Daisy & Elizabeth An Americana-filled lingerie line for modern cowgirls. Made in the USA.
Sophie Hines Geometric soft bras and undies made-to-order by Sophie herself in Portland, Maine.
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52 Florence bra Seamwork
Lili Bra & Rose Panties Ohhh Lulu Sews
Nutmeg lounge set Colette Patterns
Watson Bra Cloth Habit
Geneva undies Seamwork
Marlborough Bra Orange Lingerie (photo by lladybird)
Women’s Shapewear Jalie
Classic Bra Pin-Up Girls
Underwear for Men, Women & Children Jalie
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54 f it ne ss
I’m not the world’s biggest athlete. I am very un-outdoorsy and have few requirements of my workout clothes; namely, I don’t like it when my pants are too loose and fall down. That makes exercise way more annoying than it has to be.
Most of the ethical fitness gear I found is for the lighter exercises: your average gym going, yoga doing, bi-cycling. If you’re into more rugged pursuits, start by checking out Patagonia then let Google be your guide (and let me know what you find!).
55 Onzie Yoga clothes made in California: knitting, dyeing, cutting, sewing, all of it is done in Los Angeles. Plus you can wear them for swimming! at i n th is w e at s
56 Patagonia I’m pretty sure Michi Not your standard these guys have accounted for workout gear. Michi has killer every single way to be ethical, design (mesh! cutouts!) and does “from crop to fabric to finished all its manufacturing in Canada. garment,” and they donate The fabrics are made in Italy and 1% of their sales to grassroots Switzerland. environmental groups. They even have harder-to-find stuff like wetsuits and waders. For people who sportz more than I do.
57 Daub + Design Hand- dyed yogawear designed and manufactured in Canada.
Green Apple Active Organic, biodegradable clothes made out of bamboo and cotton.
Inner Fire Their leggings are made out of recycled water bottles and everything is made in Vancouver, Canada.
58 Zen Nomad Clothes for yoga (and more) made in Toronto out of sustainably sourced fabrics. prAna Eco-friendly, fair trade, sustainable…they do it all! And they have a huge range of activewear, so you can feel good about ALL of the exercise clothes.
LVR Yoga gear made in Los Angeles out of organic cotton. They also partner with a wildlife rescue centre in Guatemala and donate clothing to the Downtown Women’s Center in LA.
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60 Dunbar Top Sewaholic Patterns
Pneuma Tank Papercut Patterns
Pacific Leggings Sewaholic Patterns
Kerri Sports Bra Pin-Up Girls
Lane Raglan Tee Hey June Handmade
Jillian Tank Greenstyle Creations
Duathlon Shorts Fehr Trade
Cora Shorts Jalie
Ooh La Leggings Papercut Patterns
61 POPPY BARLEY POPPY
62 SH OE S
Oh shoes! The beloved splurge-able. The “I’ll eat noodles everyday, but I need those boots.”
I’m going to be honest with you: most leather is chrome tanned, which is notoriously toxic. That includes many of the brands I’m about to share. But since there’s such a wide range of ways to be conscientious about clothing manufacturing, I’m leaving the leather debate up to you.
There are still ways to be eco-friendly with leather, like vegetable tanning, reclaiming scrap leather, or using leather that is a by- product of the food industry.
And then there’s vegan leather, but more on that later.
63 Fortress of Inca shoes are made in Peru at safe factories where the workers are paid fair wages. They only use leather that is a by-product of the food industry. our r e nt f i s t) y (Pa
64 Poppy Barley Designed Dear Frances puts the by a pair of sisters in Edmonton, “lux” in luxury! Their shoes are Alberta, the shoes are made-to- made with impeccable care at a order at an artisan-run factory in family-owned factory in northern Mexico. This company is devoted Italy and are simultaneously high to breaking the fast fashion cycle quality and high fashion – and the by putting the energy (and time coolest shoes you’ve ever owned. and money) into making their shoes so that you can keep them and love them for many years to come.
65 SSeko employs a team of 50 women in Uganda, whom they help go to university or leave sex work. Materials are sourced locally from East Africa.
Nisolo Skilled shoemakers in Peru are paid above fair trade wages and have access to additional skills training.
Ahimsa Vegan shoes made from sustainable materials in Ahimsa’s own factory in Brazil.
66 Matt & Nat Vegan shoes made in Chinese factories with – or working towards – SA8000 accreditation (international workplace standards).
Everlane Made in Italy using partially vegetable-tanned leather. Some of the shoemakers have worked there for 30 years!
Sydney Brown shoes are inspired by Japan and handmade in Los Angeles. They are free of animal products and use eco- friendly materials.
67 Bryr Handmade by a small team in San Francisco, Bryr clogs are made with American leathers and European solid wood bases.
Sven Clogs Handcrafted in the USA. They have a special line for professionals who spend all day on their feet.
Oka-B Recyclable shoes made from 25% recycled materials in the USA. They are perfect rain shoes, and you can even send them through the washing machine!
68 Bourgeois Boheme was started by an ex-podiatrist who wanted luxury vegan footwear. The shoes are made in ethical conditions in Portugal.
Root Collective Woven flats made in parts of Guatemala where jobs are scarce, providing an alternative to being in a gang.
Eileen Fisher is dedicated to improving the way leather is prepared and to being socially and environmentally responsible throughout the supply chain.
69 Kigo Lightweight, flexible shoes made from materials that are vegan and recycled – and recyclable!
Veja Fair trade, eco-friendly sneakers made in Brazil. They only produce what is ordered in advance and sometimes have to reduce quantities to reflect the harvest.
Ethletic Ethical Chucks! They are fair trade, vegan, and organic, and they use natural rubber from sustainable plantations.
70 Emu Australia From ugg boots to leather sandals, all made in Australia from local leather and sheepskin. They also support WaterAid projects.
Oliberté The world’s first fair trade certified shoe company. Manufacturing is done at their own factory in Ethiopia.
La Botte Gardiane makes everything from strappy sandals to traditional French workboots – and 100% of the production happens in France.
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72 bags
Of all the clothings, I think that bags have the best ability to last through the generations. (That is, unless I’m the owner; I make bags work for their keep.)
I’ve collected a bunch of great bag options that are good to people and the planet. I’ve even included some vegan brands for you!
I’m actually kind of skeptical of vegan leather and faux fur (surely biodegradable natural materials are better than petroleum byproducts?), but it turns out that there are some pretty cool ways to recycle things like old tires and get a beautiful purse out of it.
73 Wilby Vegan leather bags that are made in the UK. They use organic and eco-friendly materials “when possible.”
Puc Handmade in the Netherlands out of scrap and surplus leather to avoid unnecessary waste. Gone vegan? They have a few cork bags too.
Erin Templeton makes her bags by hand in Vancouver out of recycled leather, imported cowhides, and locally tanned elk and bison.
74 Cru Made by artisans in Portugal out of leather that will last and last and last.
Brave Leather Made-to- order in Toronto. They exclusively use leather that is a by-product of the food industry.
Cuyana Their motto is “fewer, better” and, as well as making most of their bags in the US and Italy, they facilitate clothing donations to women who need fresh starts.
75 H. & Clark A 150-year-old family business handmaking leather bags in Kentucky.
Barbara and Cecile bags are handmade in Winnipeg, Canada. The lining is created with watercolours and digital collage.
O My Bag won the Sustainable Leather Award for their eco- leather, which is made into bags at fair trade certified organizations in Kolkata, India.
76 Beekeeper Backpacks and iPad/tablet cases made from discarded fabric scraps.
Everlane makes backpacks, weekenders, and leather totes. Their website gives in depth information about the factories they work with so you know exactly where your bag came from.
Rok Cork Eco-friendly, vegan bags made from sustainable Portuguese cork. Also fair trade!
77 Eleven Thirty Handmade leather goods from two self-taught friends in Toronto, Canada.
Beaumont Organic Vegetable-tanned leather bags made in factories in the EU, where workers are paid a fair wage.
Sseko employs a team of 50 women in Uganda. Their goal is to provide the means to go to university or stable employment for women who have left the commercial sex industry.
78 Cambridge Satchel Co. You’ve probably heard of these guys! Made in Leicester, UK out of real live (okay, dead) leather.
Tribe Alive Made in developing countries by marginalized women who receive fair wages, a safe workplace, and independence.
Brit-Stitch Classic leather satchels made in Britain, available in a rainbow of colours.
79 Matt & Nat makes their vegan bags from recycled nylons, cardboard, rubber and cork—and even old bike tires! And their linings are made out of recycled plastic bottles.
The Catrinka Project employs women (fairly) and educates girls across the world.
Uppdoo Leather bags handmade in a studio in Toronto, Canada.
80 Wild Tussah works out of Vietnam, finding local weaving villages where it is becoming increasingly difficult to sustain the weaving biz and provide a market for their work.
Habitation Co. Handmade & fair trade. Their mission is to make ethical, earth-friendly products.
Le Souque sources independent designers from all over the world. Some vegan products, some leather.
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82 Cooper Colette Patterns
Desmond Roll Top Backpack Taylor Tailor
Madrid Seamwork
Valencia Seamwork
Leather Bucket Bag Ada Spragg
Portside Travel Set Grainline Studio
Leather Tote Bag Scared Stitchless
83 the master list
bags tribe alive denim barbara and cecile uppdoo Adriano Goldschmied Beaumont Organic Veja Baldwin Co. Beekeeper wilby Bead and Reel brave leather wild tussah Blackhorse Lane Brit Stitch Wilder WpG Bluer denim cambridge satchel co. eileen fisher catrinka project button downs fidelity denim cru Baldwin Co. imogene + Willie Curator california tailor iou project Cuyana eileen fisher Iris denim Eleven Thirty everlane JC Denim erin templeton Impression purple Kuyichi Everlane iou project monjeloco jeans h. & Clark kirrin & Finch Monkee Genes habitation co. Komodo monsoon hatton henry nanushka mud jeans le souque Reformation Naked & Famous Denim matt & nat Taylor Stitch Paige O my Bag tentree Patagonia Poppy Barley tradlands raleigh denim wkshp. PUC zady Re/Done rok cork yoga jeans sseko
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