We’ve seen a host of brands recently racing to innovate and update their product offerings to satisfy a growing demand from consumers to be more sensitive to sustainability. From totes made of cactus leather and upcycled fabrics to the new Bioceramic collection by Swatch, here are 11 new pieces to purchase in the name of mindful consumption. But, as sustainability advocate Aditi Mayer points out, buying nothing actually makes the biggest statement of all.
Whether running errands or running a track, these shoes have comfort in mind thanks to insoles made from recycled materials like mattresses and cushions.
Cactus leather is a very buzzy “ingredient” being explored by brands right now thanks to the low-impact production involved. For that reason, this roomy shoulder bag deserves a thumbs up.
With its new Responsible line, this Canadian plus-focused brand is highlighting pieces made from a variety of eco-minded materials, like this sporty tank fabricated from a material composed of recycled PET bottles.
Given its success since launching last year, Goodee’s take-anywhere tote — fabricated from organic cotton or recycled PET — now comes in a new mid-sized style.