Last Updated: 13 Sept 2023
Why is sustainable clothing on Blue Oceans Green Earth, a plastic reduction site? Because synthetic fabrics such as Polyester are a form of plastic.
The brands below offer variety of Made in USA sustainable clothing options and we were able to confirm USA manufacturing facilities. It’s important to research and verify each brand’s specific practices to ensure they align with your own values. For example, plastic recycled into clothing may fall under the sustainable umbrella but it doesn’t break the cycle of making plastic in the first place; it simply delays the day when it ends up in the environment.
The links below go to the brands’ home page. We also have a page devoted to sustainable women’s clothing brands that have a significant Amazon presence for easy shopping.
Industry Standard is a denim brand that focuses on creating sustainable jeans. They manufacture their jeans in Los Angeles using premium organic cotton, and prioritize transparency and fair labor practices. (Women founders too.)
Pact focuses on creating organic cotton clothing. They are committed to ethical and sustainable practices and manufacture their clothing in Fair Trade Certified factories in the USA.
Alabama Chanin is a sustainable fashion brand that specializes in hand-sewn garments. They create their clothing in their own workshops located in Florence, Alabama, emphasizing craftsmanship, fair wages, and reducing waste.
Groceries Apparel “Vegetable-dyed Activewear”, how cool is that? They make organic and sustainable basics for men and women. They manufacture their clothing in their own California-based factory, using eco-friendly materials like organic cotton, recycled polyester, and hemp.
Christy Dawn They make garments in Los Angeles and India, utilizing deadstock and sustainable fabrics.
Re/Done is known for their upcycled denim, transforming vintage jeans into modern styles. They have a commitment to sustainability and produce their jeans in the USA, using local resources.
Hackwith Design House offers sustainably made women’s clothing made in their Minnesota studio.
Supporting USA-made sustainable clothing brands has several benefits.
- Support for Your Local Economy: By purchasing clothing from brands that manufacture in the United States, you help support a local economy and promote a stronger domestic manufacturing base.
- Reduced Carbon Footprint: Choosing sustainable clothing brands helps reduce the carbon footprint associated with ocean shipping.
- Quality and Durability: Made in USA clothing brands often prioritize quality and craftsmanship. The emphasis on producing long-lasting garments means that the clothing is designed to withstand wear and tear, reducing the need for frequent replacements. This leads to less waste and a more sustainable approach to fashion consumption.
- Access to Local Expertise: By supporting made in USA brands, you contribute to the preservation and utilization of local expertise and craftsmanship–something we need to re-establish in the U.S.!
- Ethical Manufacturing: Made in USA products must abide by U.S. labor regulations. By supporting these brands, you contribute to the well-being of workers. Companies that use ethical labor standards usually tout this on their website quite visibly.