Just when we thought things couldn’t get any worse.
Last week, Missguided decided to release a £1 bikini set. No, you’re not reading that wrong. £1. 1 POUND! *major facepalm*
We already knew Missguided was bad, but this is taking it to another level. A classic example of fast fashion, this £1 bikini sets us up to value clothing at unsustainably low prices.
New-wave fast fashion retailer Missguided fails to provide sufficient information on its impact on people, planet and animals.
We all know that we’re now in a state of climate emergency, with just a few years to turn things around and save our planet. Yet some brands seem to be unaware of (or want to ignore) the crisis.
This is a prime example of fast fashion, which can be defined as cheap, trendy clothing that samples ideas from the catwalk or celebrity culture, and turns them into garments in high street stores at breakneck speed.
Fast fashion is harmful. Garment makers feel the effects, facing unfair and dangerous working conditions. The environment and animals are also suffering from the unethical and unsustainable production of fast fashion, choking on tonnes of discarded clothing, microfibres, and toxic chemicals.
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Thankfully we have so many Good and Great rated brands to choose from that are committed to making thoughtful, sustainable, and ethical garments that last a lifetime. We’ve listed 5 of our favourite swimwear brands that are making ethical and sustainable bikini sets that are WAY better than Missguided!
Carla Bikini Top – Ships internationally
With a focus on mindful and conscious practices, Mara Hoffman uses eco-friendly materials including GOTS certified cotton, recycled nylon and recycled polyester, and even has a range of Oeko-Tex STeP certified products. They also have a gorgeous extended sizes collection, so you can be sure to find a new wardrobe addition no matter the bod you rock!
Shop Mara Hoffman @ Reve en Vert.
Trapezoid Top – Ships internationally
Barcelona based allSisters is a sexy, sustainable swimwear brand that cares about Earth. The brand uses the highest quality recycled fabrics to create high-end swimsuits and raises money for biodiversity protection non-profit Surfers Against Sewage, tackling plastic pollution. Rock these thoughtful, innovative, ethical beachwear designs with pride and prepare to ride the wave of compliments headed your way!
Eco Swim Twist Top – Ships internationally
Vege Threads is ECA certified and makes all of its clothing in Australia. Its range is sustainable and eco-friendly, and includes men’s and women’s basics, as well as women’s activewear and swimwear.
Noir Keep It Brief Bikini Bottom – Ships internationally from China
Loop Swim is a Chinese brand that transforms post-consumer use plastic bottles into phenomenal REPREVE UP50+ sun protective swimwear for men, women, and kids. Find most items in sizes XS to XL.
If you’re looking for more swimwear inspo, why not have a look at our 9 favourite swimwear brands that are fighting ocean plastic?
feature image via Mara Hoffman, all other images via brands mentioned. Good On You has big plans for ethical fashion in 2019! To support our work, we may earn a commission on sales made using our offers code or affiliate links.
