As defined by Vogue, sustainable fashion refers to producing garments that are beneficial for the environment and the people who make these clothes. It includes eco-friendly practices that achieve goals such as limiting CO2 emissions, as well as compensating workers fairly for their labor, and maintaining a safe work environment.

Many designers have shown through various looks made using eco-friendly techniques how sustainability can generate fashion that is both stylish and beneficial for the planet.

Stella McCartney, for example, is a groundbreaking designer who has remained committed to sustainability since she started her fashion house over 20 years ago. The brand now has 46 independent stores and is available in 77 nations.

1. Maki oh

Maki Oh: Known for its use of traditional African textiles and techniques, Maki Oh is a luxury brand committed to ethical production.

2.Maggie Marilyn Hewitt of Maggie Marilyn

Maggie, whose fashion house is called Maggie Marilyn, uses quality products with fabrics that are favorable for people and the Earth. Her fashion label works with deadstock fabrics, post-consumer waste recycled polyester, and regenerated nylon, among other resources, to make wearable, high-end attire.

3.Kenneth Ize

 Ize is renowned for his innovative use of textiles, often incorporating traditional Nigerian fabrics like aso oke.

4.stella McCartney

Stella started her luxury brand in 2001 and, per her bio, “has never used leather, feathers, skin or fur in any of her designs since day one…” The company utilizes animal alternatives that are less harmful to the environment, including recycled cashmere, organic cotton, and MIRUM, a plastic-free vegan leather. In a 2021 Vogue chat, Stella discussed her outlook on sustainability. 

“As an industry, we have to measure our environmental footprint, and at Stella, our goal is to reduce that footprint, not to replace it,” Stella said. “In order to be truly sustainable in any business, your model has to have self-imposed limitations. We aren’t perfect by any means and we are always looking to improve our means of sourcing. Right now, for example, we are running regenerative farming pilot tests.”

5.Tongoro

Tongoro: A brand that produces sustainable, affordable clothing using locally sourced materials and ethical production methods.

6.eileen fisher

Eileen started her clothing brand in 1984 and is a pioneer of sustainable fashion. She uses sustainable practices like incorporating regenerative wool into the items of her collections. As stated on the company’s site, using this wool helps tackle climate change; the farmers who benefit from it are dedicated to improving the well-being of sheep and the quality of the earth.

7.imane ayissi

Imane Ayissi: A luxury fashion brand that uses organic and recycled materials, incorporating traditional Cameroonian craftsmanship while adhering to sustainable principles

8.Katie Jones

The colorful clothing designed by Katie Jones is crafted through the environmentally-friendly processes of knitting and crocheting. This was initiated by Katie’s interest in knitwear which dates back to her teen years. The designer upcycles and uses leftover fabric, and she received the Selfridges Bright New Things Award in 2016 to recognize her devotion to sustainability.

9.Gabriela hearst

10.Lisa folawiyo

Lisa Folawiyo: A brand that fuses traditional African fabrics with modern tailoring and beaded embellishments, using ethically sourced materials.