5 Ethical Fashion Bloggers to Follow

Want to shop more responsibly but don’t know how and where to start? Meet five fashion warriors who are inspiring us to make the switch, one sustainable outfit at a time. —Isabel Ong

 

 

 

 

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Today on the blog I’m sharing three different ways to style a classic striped silk shirt and I had so much fun working on this post! This piece had been on my wish list for the Fall and it’s already given my closet a boost of excitement and possibilities. I’m sharing lots of styling tips like up sizing for a roomier fit and leaving your cuffs loose and unbuttoned for added drama ✨ | This look is in action in my stories along with a link to the post! | Now tell me, what do you have on for the weekend? | #stylebeeblog

A post shared by Lee (the Bee) Vosburgh (@leevosburgh) on Aug 24, 2018 at 7:55am PDT

lee vosburgh. The Ontario-based designer runs Style Bee, which is full of helpful information on where to buy responsibly made underwear and her eco-friendly skin-care faves. She’s also the brains behind the 10×10 challenge—an exercise that encourages people to create a “micro capsule closet” of 10 items to wear over 10 days.

 

 

 

 

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Time to get cozy ☺️. #fall #sweatertime . . . Sweater: Gaby by @lenvers_fashion. Use GARMENTCOMMUNITY to change the face of fashion and contribute to the #10000garmentgoal. #partner

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morgan hamel. With more than 25,000 Instagram followers, it’s clear that Calgary-based Morgan Hamel has her finger on the pulse when it comes to shopping sustainably. Her website, The Garment Life, aims to connect women with responsible brands, and it also offers a membership program that enables likeminded ladies to get secret discounts and preview pop-ups early.

 

 

 

 

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In the sustainable world, we don’t often talk about the chemical dyes in our clothing. Even some clothing marked as eco uses toxic dyes to get away from ‘crunchy’ colours, keeping our closets aesthetically on par with that of the ‘unwoke’ world. ⁣ ⁣ Though it’s hard to find conclusive evidence that links toxins in clothing directly to our health problems, studies have found that some of the chemicals in garments we wear daily have been found to cause cancer in rats, and conclusively cause cancer for the workers who work with the chemicals in higher concentrations. ⁣ ⁣ These chemical dyes end up in the waterways poisoning the land, fresh water, wildlife and humans where our clothing is manufactured. Even "low impact| dyes are derived from petroleum and 30% of low impact dyes end up in wastewater run-off anyway, contributing to the problem. ⁣ ⁣ A brand I recently partnered with for the year with, @sustainbykat , has created a line from all natural fibres which is dyed with leaves, seeds and fruit; removing carbon from the air instead of adding to it. Any ‘waste’ water created can be used in land irrigation closing out the circularity of the brand’s story. Their undyed apparel, like the top I’m wearing, is free from any of the industry-standard optical whiteners and brighteners and industrial fabric softeners that are found in both conventional and sustainable brands. ⁣ ⁣ @sustainbykat is a well thought out collection, even offering ayurvedic clothing for those who want to wear gear that is potentially healing. Plus its female owned and every piece is ethically made which is an expected but appreciated bonus.⁣ ⁣ You’ll find Kat’s whole collection via the link in @sustainbykat’s profile, I recommend you keep an eye on her, she’s one of few brands operating within reach of utter purity, and it is brands like hers which will trailblaze, though trial and error, to a better future for our closets and more importantly, our planet.⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #sustainablefashionblogger #consciouscommunity #slowfashion #slowlivingforlife #greenliving #ethicalliving #ayurvedic #ayurvediclifestyle #plantdye #sustainablefashion #ecofashion

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holly rose. Originally from Manitoba and now living in Paris, the blogger behind Leotie Lovely, dishes out tips on conscious alternatives to popular clothing brands, as well as links to accessory, bag and shoe brands that she supports. Besides fashion, she covers other topics like green beauty and sustainable travel, too.

 

 

 

 

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As promised, my full review of this ethically and beautifully made THREE piece romper set (yep, three) is on the blog! (Oh, and there are some sneak peeks into the new apartment that @highproofpreacher and I just moved into!)✨ Link is right where it belongs… in the bio.

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ellie hughes. Based in Oregon, Hughes’ blog Selflessly Styled is a treasure trove of resources for folks who want to understand more about the sustainable fashion movement and the philosophy behind it. She’s also created an ethical brand directory covering women’s fashion, formal wear, shoes, fitness gear, swimwear, jewelry, bags and more, making it so much easier to shop mindfully.

 

 

 

 

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I’ve partnered with @hempt_arraei & @boutiqueminicycle to show you how Mama & Baby can dress sustainably together Arraei Collective is using natural fibers to create effortless sustainable clothing fit for a minimalist closet & Mini-Cycle allows you to purchase from conscious, quality baby & kid brands {from newborn to 8 years}, and then sell it back after they can no longer fit into it! Use code SCHIC20 for 20% off all brands (except Faire Child). Read more in my latest blog post Link in bio! OR check out my stories for more info . . . #wardrobeessentials #wardrobestaple #capsulewardrobe #minimalistwardrobe #outfitoftheday #capsulecollection #ohheymama #our_everyday_moments #ig_motherhood #stopdropandmom #mymamahood #simplymamahood

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natalie kay smith. Mamas will enjoy this Florida-based blogger’s content on her site Sustainably Chic—she’s penned articles on sustainable garments that are perfect for breastfeeding, and regularly features eco-friendly baby products on her Instagram feed.