Even if you are a secondhand puritan (oh, how puritanical we all are when asked about our fashion habits) you will be affected by Shein buying Everlane.
Appreciate this take! Completely agree that there is no perfectly ethical/sustainable brand and yet Everlane is still a loss. I have been turning to Jungmaven and Mate the Label for basics lately, but also just discovered everybody.world in LA. I snagged a long sleeve trash tee from them and it’s thick and luxe!
I can’t currently purchase from them thanks to tariffs, but if you’re in Canada, Free Label is AMAZING for bras, undies, and versatile, size-inclusive capsule pieces. I have four bras from them and not only is the quality *superb* at a price I’d pay for crappy and uncomfy bras elsewhere, but the comfort is top-tier.
www.asket.com is my go-to for basics – great quality, long lasting (also in terms of aesthetics) and very transparent on how they do things. Currently they have more male pieces, but their women's collection is growing.
With the caveat that I haven't done a deep dive into their manufacturing cycle--I occasionally get organic cotton basics and under garments from bluecanoe.com
I really like my Buck Mason tops - I can’t find info about their product chemistry, but they use almost exclusively natural fibers, everything is super classic and good quality
Not sure how it works in terms of customs & shipment to America, but in Europe, I really like:
https://glein.wien/ -> organic cotton, modal & cotton t-shirts, men's underwear, socks, tank tops & denim. Bonus points for super affordable beg tanned leather goods
https://colorfulstandard.com/ -> this is the brand of a portuguese factory,they started doing t-shirts & hoodies and now have expanded to other categories. The quality is great & price pretty decent
I actually get a fair amount of my good quality basics in natural fibers from garnet hill. It’s definitely “upper middle class prices” but they have a good selection of stuff. I’m pretty chemically sensitive and as long as I wash things before I wear them or send things back if they smell strong I haven’t had any problems. I’ve often wondered if you have looked into them?
Also blue canoe, Maggie’s Organics for affordable cottons, and Mate the Label for a little more expensive stuff. And regenerative cotton line from Outerknown is pricey but classic for good button down shirts etc.
Not natural except for fiber, but gosh I love American Giant for long lasting wear and high quality manufacturing. They’re also relatively easy to find second hand on Ebay, etc
I’m so disappointed in the sale of Everlane. I am very sensitive to how clothing is manufactured and this brand worked for me. My other go to for basics is Mate.
I really like Dilling
Second that. And b/c they are merino I can wear them lots of times w/o washing.
Yes!!!!!! Me too!
Appreciate this take! Completely agree that there is no perfectly ethical/sustainable brand and yet Everlane is still a loss. I have been turning to Jungmaven and Mate the Label for basics lately, but also just discovered everybody.world in LA. I snagged a long sleeve trash tee from them and it’s thick and luxe!
I can’t currently purchase from them thanks to tariffs, but if you’re in Canada, Free Label is AMAZING for bras, undies, and versatile, size-inclusive capsule pieces. I have four bras from them and not only is the quality *superb* at a price I’d pay for crappy and uncomfy bras elsewhere, but the comfort is top-tier.
www.asket.com is my go-to for basics – great quality, long lasting (also in terms of aesthetics) and very transparent on how they do things. Currently they have more male pieces, but their women's collection is growing.
With the caveat that I haven't done a deep dive into their manufacturing cycle--I occasionally get organic cotton basics and under garments from bluecanoe.com
Me too!
This is such a fantastic and honest take on this whole thing- the only one I have read and liked. Thanks for this!
Faherty has good cotton and linen pieces that hold up well. They also have warranty on their products
I live in Le Bon Shoppe, I feel like the comfort and style fits well in Vermont.
I really like my Buck Mason tops - I can’t find info about their product chemistry, but they use almost exclusively natural fibers, everything is super classic and good quality
Not sure how it works in terms of customs & shipment to America, but in Europe, I really like:
https://glein.wien/ -> organic cotton, modal & cotton t-shirts, men's underwear, socks, tank tops & denim. Bonus points for super affordable beg tanned leather goods
https://colorfulstandard.com/ -> this is the brand of a portuguese factory,they started doing t-shirts & hoodies and now have expanded to other categories. The quality is great & price pretty decent
I actually get a fair amount of my good quality basics in natural fibers from garnet hill. It’s definitely “upper middle class prices” but they have a good selection of stuff. I’m pretty chemically sensitive and as long as I wash things before I wear them or send things back if they smell strong I haven’t had any problems. I’ve often wondered if you have looked into them?
Also blue canoe, Maggie’s Organics for affordable cottons, and Mate the Label for a little more expensive stuff. And regenerative cotton line from Outerknown is pricey but classic for good button down shirts etc.
In Canada, Cedar and Vine does a really great line in linen. https://cedarandvine.net/
Not natural except for fiber, but gosh I love American Giant for long lasting wear and high quality manufacturing. They’re also relatively easy to find second hand on Ebay, etc
I love my American Giant sweatshirt. I think I got it in 2017? Still going strong!
I’m so disappointed in the sale of Everlane. I am very sensitive to how clothing is manufactured and this brand worked for me. My other go to for basics is Mate.
Yank.nz for merino.
MonsRoyale.com for merino
Leteactive.com
Aran Sweater Market - Aran.com
Sleep Frog for organic linen
What about Muji for organic cotton staples?