5 Sustainable, Stylish Alternatives to Zara

No fast fashion is truly affordable. The real cost is borne by people and the planet. But you can still enjoy fashion without the guilt. There are sustainable brands that offer stylish clothing without compromising ecological or social standards.

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Here are 5 sustainable alternatives to Zara that offer reliable wardrobe staples while respecting the planet, animals, and garment workers:

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CHNGE

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CHNGE is a mental-health-themed apparel brand dedicated to environmental and social justice. Their GOTS-certified products use at least 95% organic fibers and other ethically sourced materials. They are Climate Neutral certified and use 100% recyclable packaging to support a sustainable future.

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WILDFANG

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WILDFANG offers unique, gender-free apparel and accessories that challenge traditional gender norms. Their clothing embraces a range of styles from masculine to feminine and everything in between. Since achieving Climate Neutral Certification in August 2022, WILDFANG has been committed to sustainability.

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Sozy

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Sozy, a Los Angeles-based brand, crafts trendy women's apparel and accessories with handmade precision. Each piece, from bottoms and tops to one-pieces, is uniquely patterned and cut in LA. They champion sustainability, letting customers trade-in and buy pre-loved thrift items. Beyond fashion, Sozy donates 10% of profits to support sexual violence survivors and other charitable and environmental causes. They are also a 1% for the Planet member, a certified B Corp, and Climate Neutral certified.

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Afends

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Afends specializes in organic hemp fashion and streetwear for men and women. Hemp grows quickly, needs less water, and replenishes the soil, making it central to their production. The brand focuses on other sustainable fabrics, uses solar power for manufacturing and at their headquarters, and offsets their emissions. They’ve also partnered with Retraced which allows customers to track each garment from fiber to finished product.

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Reformation

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Reformation offers sustainable and premium women's apparel and accessories and is committed to being climate-positive by 2025. With Climate Neutral Certification, 21% of their materials being non-virgin, and 28% of their products being textile-to-textile recyclable, they aim to bring eco-friendly fashion to every outfit. Their Ref Recycling program promotes reusing, reselling, and recycling, reinforcing their dedication to a circular fashion economy.

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