5 Totally Sustainable Outfits For Earth Day
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If you’re thinking about what to wear for Earth Day, think beyond a green t-shirt or your oldest pair of jeans. Although those are both great options—especially wearing what you already own to reduce the cost per wear—consider sustainable outfits that you can put together from eco-friendly brands. Though Earth Day isn’t about encouraging consumption, it can be an opportunity to rethink where you shop and make intentional decisions that support the Earth.
If you like to shop for brand new items, look for brands with shops in your area to reduce carbon emissions through shipping and delivery. Think about clothing made from recycled materials that also fit your aesthetic, especially if it leads to supporting small businesses or shops on Etsy. Earth Day fashion is just as much about avoiding fast fashion as it’s about supporting fair trade and sustainable fashion brands!
5 Sustainable Outfits for Earth Day
Sometimes being sustainable can feel performative. We know that it benefits the earth to shop, dress, and consume from only sustainable fashion brands instead of fast fashion. But it isn’t always attainable due to cost, shipping delays, and small batch fashion runs that sell out quickly. Thrifting, clothing swaps, and upcycling clothing are friendly ways to celebrate Earth Day every day that don’t also require you to shell out hard earned cash for a single item. We put together five outfits that celebrate this Earth Day with total and complete eco-friendly style.
For a Day of Volunteering
Our first Earth Day outfit centers all around everyday style. You can wear it for errands, action, or to a volunteering event, like picking up litter or a recycling drive. At the core of the outfit is a pair of mineral underwear from Huha that are breathable and use “pharma graded zinc oxide” to discourage bacterial growth. The outfit also features an Earth Day t-shirt from Parks Project (that benefits our national parks), as well as a pair of joggers from Pact that are made in fair trade factories from organic cotton. The rest of the outfit is an ode to sustainably made accessories: a Patagonia sling bag for all of your belongings, socks that benefit ecosystems by planting four trees for every pair sold, a wildlife bandana that supports the US Forest Service, and iconic Veja sneakers for a fully eco-friendly Earth Day fashion statement.
For a Sweaty Studio Sesh
Shop:
Sports Bra |
Run Shorts |
Tank |
Sandals |
Water Bottle |
Yoga Mat
If you are a big fan of activewear, you’ll be happy to know that there are many sustainable fashion brands that you can shop from that stock everything from sports bras to leggings to scrunchies made from textile scraps. This outfit is for the yoga/pilates/boxing/tai chi lover who wants to be comfortable during a workout, but also wants to avoid fast fashion. On top, pair a bright Spacedye sports bra from Bluesign-Certified Beyond Yoga alongside a ribbed tank made with cotton and EcoCosy Viscose that is antibacterial and comfortable (no matter how you move). Wear your tops in bright, summery colors or neutrals and pair them with a run short made from recycled water bottles. Complete the look with Reef sandals—made from recycled hardware, renewable sugarcane EVA, and recycled rubber. And if you are also in need of eco-friendly workout accessories, try the Flow Freely foam yoga mat from Athleta and a water bottle from a Certified B Corporation.
For a Day at the Office
Shop:
Shirt |
Wide Leg Pant |
Cardigan |
Underwear |
Cleobella |
Sandals |
Crossbody Bag
Workwear isn’t always easy to find, especially clothing that fits well, feels good, and matches your personal style. If you’re searching for office-appropriate items, you’re sure to find button-up shirts, trousers, and blazers at almost any thrift store. You may need to reattach a button or have pants tailored to your body, but it’s a great way to achieve a professional look for less.
But, if you’re building a sustainable office outfit brand new, shop from brands like Nisolo, Quince, Cleobella, and Kotn for upscale pieces. Our pick for an Earth Day outfit starts with TENCEL underwear, a wide-leg pant made from 86% Recycled Polyester, and two-toned Huarache sandals. The short-sleeve button-down adds texture, and the open cardigan provides warmth for cool spring days or rooms that fluctuate between humidity and air conditioning. Chic accessories—like the gold Bali word bracelet and an Italian leather crossbody wallet—make this sustainable fashion look both curated and chic.
For a Cafe Meet Cute
What’s more casual than an unexpected meet cute while out on a chai latte run? Or, bonding with a stranger over a library book while reading in a coffee shop? If you want to look good while wearing sustainable fashion on the go, these everyday staples make it achievable. Opt for organic cotton underwear that is kind to your privates and the Earth. Wear sustainable denim, like the Way-High Sailor Jean from Everlane, which is made from GOTS-Certified organic cotton in factories that meet rigid health, safety, and employee care standards. Wear a tee shirt that adds softness with its color and structure with its shoulder pads, no-show socks made from RecKnit (a recycled fabric), and trusty sustainable sneaks, like a fresh and clean pair of white Allbirds. Don’t forget your sunscreen (coral reef safe, of course!) and a pair of sustainable sunnies for bright days.
For Those Who Are Sustainable Even When No One is Watching
Shop:
Robe |
Underwear |
Sleep Shorts |
Slippers |
Scrunchies |
Glasses
Putting together a 100% sustainable outfit for a day or night out is a fun challenge, but consider trying it for days spent at home, too. Think about your comfiest items and how much time you spend in them—do you have eco-friendly pajamas that you wear every night? How well do your intimates hold up during each laundry cycle? Investing in a few high-quality items from sustainable brands—even for comfortable chill days—is worth it. We recommend a warm and comfy robe, like the Together Textiles Turkish Cotton robe which is woven in small batches in Turkey and made with GOTS-Certified organic textiles.
Since intimates are worn close to the most sensitive parts of the body, shopping sustainable brands means that you know exactly what fabrics and chemicals your skin is in contact with. We like Adore Me’s lingerie because it’s a B Corporation that offsets carbon emissions and also ships in sustainable packaging. A satin sleep short from UpWest also sounds like a perfect layer for a self-care day at home, along with Turkish Cotton slippers and a hair tie made from scrap materials. Round out the look with blue light glasses from DL Eyewear (yes, as in Dan Levy).