01 Mar

5 Sustainable Spring Outfits for the Warming Weather

The sun is brighter, birds are singing louder, the sky is blue, the trees are in leaf… Yep, you guessed it: it’s beginning to look like spring for our northern hemisphere friends! The weather is getting warmer, so it’s time to put away our heavier coats, beanies, and scarves and get ready for some lighter and more colourful clothing. Read on and get inspired for the upcoming season with our selection of sustainable outfits and trends for spring.

Flower power

Christy Dawn

Rated: Great
woman of colour wearing white and blue floral dress by Christy Dawn

The Lottie Dress – Ships internationally from the US

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two women laying in sustainable floral Christy Dawn dresses on a picnic blanket

Christy Dawn – Dresses

Timeless, versatile dresses you'll reach for day after day. Each piece is made using upcycled fabric and sewn in Los Angeles. $20 off your first order of dresses over $100 with code WELCOME. (Ends: 17 MAR)

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The Lottie is suitable for every day but also transitions to any special occasion you’re headed to! We love the lightweight cream, black, and purple-blue floral deadstock fabric it’s made from. Christy Dawn is a minimalist showroom for vintage-inspired women’s clothing and footwear, locally made with surplus fabric. The US brand rates ‘Great’, making it a fabulous boho option for your wardrobe. Find the clothes in standard sizes XS-XL, or shop the Extended and Petite collections.

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TAMGA Designs

Rated: Great
woman of colour wearing floral pink blouse by TAMGA Designs

Alba Blouse – Ships internationally from Canada

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someone reclining on a seat in a bright pink mid length eco dress by TAMGA Designs.

TAMGA Designs – Basics

Soft and sustainable basic tees, dresses, and skirts in colourful hues. Exclusive 10% off basics with code GOODFOR10. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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Someone sitting by the ocean wearing a long floral dress ethically made by TAMGA Designs.

TAMGA Designs – Bottoms

Statement skirts and pants to complete your sustainable summer wardrobe. Exclusive 10% off bottoms with code GOODFOR10. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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Someone standing in a cobbled lane wearing a green loose floral print eco top by TAMGA Designs.

TAMGA Designs – Tops

Flattering tops with thoughtful details, available in sizes XS-2XL. Exclusive 10% off tops with code GOODFOR10. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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Someone standing in the water wearing a long floral eco-friendly dress by TAMGA Designs.

TAMGA Designs – Dresses

Twirl-worthy floral dresses crafted from botanic fibres and eco dyes. Exclusive 10% off dresses with code GOODFOR10. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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TAMGA Designs’ Alba Blouse is a wardrobe staple top with a bohemian twist. Featuring ruffled cuffs and a V-neckline, the Alba is a modern take on the classic babydoll silhouette, perfect for spring! TAMGA Designs is out to prove how colourful and exciting sustainable fashion can be, serving up gorgeous, flowy designs that will glide you into warmer weather with poise and grace. You can find the full range of this Canadian brand in sizes XS-2XL.

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Gucci (Pre-Owned)

Rated: It's A Start
pre-owned floral jackets by Gucci via Vestiaire Collective

Pre-Owned Floral Jackets by Gucci – Ships internationally

We spotted several second-hand jackets with floral embroidery from Gucci on Vestiaire Collective. Founded in 1921, Gucci is an Italian luxury fashion house that produces menswear, womenswear, as well as shoes, bags, and other accessories. The brand has good policies to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, but still uses exotic animal skin.

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Colours that spark joy

CARIUMA

Rated: Good
pink and white sustainable sneakers by Cariuma

Roses Canvas – Ships internationally from Brazil

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Green eco-friendly sneakers by Cariuma.

CARIUMA – Site-wide

CARIUMA is a Brazilian sneaker brand that wants you to feel cool and comfortable while providing effortless style in organic canvas, leather, and suede styles. Exclusive 20% off with code GOODONYOU20. (Ends: 28 JUL)

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On Wednesdays we wear pink! Cariuma’s much-loved OCA signature sneaker is crafted from high-end materials and will add a nice little pop of colour to any outfit. CARIUMA is a sustainable Brazilian sneaker brand that wants you to feel crazy comfortable while providing effortless style in organic canvas, leather, and suede styles. Find CARIUMA’s shoes in US sizes 5-13.

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MUD Jeans

Rated: Great
black woman wearing sand coloured skinny jeans ethically made by MUD Jeans

Relax Rose Jeans – Ships internationally from the Netherlands

Rumour has it that skinny jeans are dead, and that loose-fit jeans are all the rage right now! This pair is perfect to ease into this new denim era! Inspired by that perfect vintage pair of denim, the Relax Rose’s colour is unique, dyed with natural dyes inspired by minerals, and made in a lab in order not to damage the natural habitat. Dutch denim brand MUD Jeans is all about sustainability. It uses a combination of GOTS certified organic cotton and post-consumer recycled cotton. MUD Jeans are available in a range of sizes, usually from W25 L30-W33 L32 for women and W28 L34-W36 L34 for men.

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Mashu

Rated: Good
eco-friendly pea green purse by Mashu

Sophia Mint – Ships internationally from the UK

Sophia is small but fits all your essentials. Made with gathered straps, like a scrunchy, we love her joyful pastel green color. Mashu is a British sustainable and vegan accessories label specialising in handbags. Mashu’s environmental rating is ‘Good,’ crafting its exterior with vegan leather and recycled polyester, while its interiors feature vegan suede made from recycled polyester, ensuring you never have to sacrifice your morals for style again!

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CARPASUS

Rated: Great
man wearing linen shirt by CARPASUS

Linen Shirt Stripes Light Blue –  Ships internationally from Switzerland

This long sleeve stripy shirt is made from linen, making it perfect as we start to enter warmer weather. We love the baby blue colour, which will suit anyone. CARPASUS is a Swiss menswear brand that makes fine shirts, ties, socks, and pocket squares. CARPASUS uses GOTS certified cotton and manufactures locally to reduce its carbon footprint. It also traces its supply chain and ensures workers are paid a living wage. Find most products in EU sizes 36 to 46.

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A hole new world

Reformation

Rated: Good
woman wearing cut out lavender dress by Reformation

Belmond Dress – Ships internationally from the US

LA-based Reformation creates killer clothes that don’t kill the environment. The brand also ensures that a large proportion of its suppliers pay a living wage. The Belmond Dress provides an edgy yet sophisticated look, perfect for spring.

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Shop Reformation Pre-Owned @ Vestiaire Collective.

Shop Reformation @ Farfetch.

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Araks

Rated: Good
plus size woman wearing light sustainable lingerie by Araks

Tamara Bralette – Ships internationally from the US

Araks is a lingerie, swimwear, and sleepwear brand that offers delicate pieces made from luxurious Italian fabrics. The Tamara Bralette can be worm under your cutout top or dress. It’s a classic cup bra cut in soft French stretch lace for a chic and modern look. Find this bralette in sizes S to L.

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Underprotection

Rated: Good
black woman wearing sustainably lacy gstring by Underprotection

Luna String Black – Ships internationally from Denmark

Believe it or not, visible G-strings are back in style! Underprotection’s Luna String is made in soft recycled nylon lace with delicate scalloped edges paired with a thin waist elastic. The semi high rise fit will be great underneath a cutout dress. Underprotection is a Danish brand combining ethics and aesthetics, creating underwear, loungewear, and swimwear from sustainable materials like recycled polyester and organic cotton. You can find the full range in XS-XL.

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Go big or go home

Whimsy + Row

Rated: Good
women wearing eco wide leg jeans by Whimsy + Row

Flora Pant in Boy Blue – Ships internationally from the US

Made from organic cotton, the Flora is a cropped wide-leg pant with a high rise and chunky button. Yes please! Whimsy + Row is an eco-conscious lifestyle brand born out of a love for quality goods and sustainable practices. Since 2014, its mission has been to provide ease and elegance for the modern, sustainable woman. By limiting each garment to short runs, Whimsy + Row utilises deadstock fabric, reduces packaging waste, and takes care of precious water resources. Find most products in XS-XL.

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Mara Hoffman

Rated: Good
plus size black woman wearing bright dress sustainable dress by Mara Hoffman

Agnella Maxi Dress – Ships internationally from the US

Whether you like them minimalistic or bright and bold, maxi dresses are a spring wardrobe staple. 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. Items come in sizes XS to 3XL. 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!

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Triarchy

Rated: Great
women wearing sustainable denim by Triarchy brand

Gaucho Wide Leg Pants – Ships internationally from the US

Triarchy took a vintage silhouette and updated it with a longer hem and a looser leg, then combined it with its 100% organic cotton fabric, making this pair its most comfortable fit yet. Swoon! Triarchy creates eco-friendly jeans, skirts, jumpsuits, and jackets using a Tencel cotton blend. The brand’s production system uses 85% recycled water by consistently reusing the ‘thick indigo laden sludge’ that unmonitored factories dump into water systems.

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Afends

Rated: Good
woman wearing white eco blouse by Afends

Oversized Long Sleeve Shirt – Ships internationally from the UK

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A black bucket hat and black small bag by eco brand Afends.

Afends – Accessories

Bring your wardrobe into the new season with easy upgrades and responsible accessories. Exclusive 20% off accessories with code TAKEA20. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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Two people wearing THC essentials crafted by Afends.

Afends – THC Essentials

The basics you’ve been looking for—good for you and the planet. Made from hemp. Exclusive 20% off THC essentials with code TAKEA20. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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Two people sporting recycled goods ethically made by Afends.

Afends – Recycled

Explore Afend's recycled collection, created with recycled and organic cotton. From pants to tees and sweats, featuring a slew of new prints. Exclusive 20% off recycled collection with code TAKEA20. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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Two people wearing eco-friendly Afends Denim.

Afends – Afends Denim

Afends Denim: the foundation of Afends. Whether you like ‘em loose, straight, or super baggy, we’ve got your next all-day, everyday jeans. Exclusive 20% off Afends denim with code TAKEA20. (Ends: 31 JUL)

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What’s not to love in this work-to-weekend style? Crafted from Afends’ organic blend of hemp and Tencel, this shirt offers a lightweight and breathable design with a soft-hand feel. Afends is a Byron Bay based fashion brand leading the way in organic hemp fashion, using renewable energy in its supply chain to reduce its climate impact. You can find the full range in sizes XS-XL.

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Mother of Pearl

Rated: Good
woman wearing ethical black coat by Mother of Pearl

Morgan Jacket – Ships internationally from the UK

The double-breasted Morgan jacket is cut from a soft tencel and its slightly oversized fit makes it the perfect boyfriend blazer. Mother of Pearl is a sustainable and ethical luxury womenswear and accessories designer brand from the UK that celebrates individuality and authenticity. The brand uses a high proportion of eco-friendly materials including organic cotton and ensures the payment of a living wage across some of its supply chain. Find most products in UK sizes 6 to 16.

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Shop Mother of Pearl @ Rêve en Vert.

Shop Mother of Pearl Pre-Owned @ Vestiaire Collective.

AERA

Rated: Good
vegan snakeskin high boots by AERA

Gisele Boots – Ships internationally from the US

AERA’s knee high vegan Gisele boots are made in Italy and will look great paired with a maxi dress. AERA is a US vegan luxury shoe brand, making footwear without the footprint. Its shoes are certified Vegan. The brand went to great lengths to ensure that all components are made from non-animal ingredients, yet still maintain the quality and style expected from a luxury shoe.

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Staying warm

Burberry (Pre-Owned)

Rated: It's A Start
flat lay of classic Burberry trench coats second hand

Burberry Trenches – Ships internationally

What’s spring without the quintessential British coat, THE global fashion icon? Created by Burberry founder Thomas Burberry over 100 years ago, Burberry’s trench coats are designed in five silhouettes, each named after a London location. The good news is that you can find them second hand on Vestiaire Collective!

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Kowtow

Rated: Great
woman wearing ethical bomber jacket by Kowtow brand

Charlie Bomber – Ships internationally from New Zealand

A bomber jacket made from a luxurious blend of merino wool and recycled nylon, fully lined in cotton cupro. Kowtow uses organic, fair trade cotton and non-toxic dyes to produce its clothes. The New Zealand-based brand designs elegant, timeless womenswear, and also has a range of ceramics. Find the clothes in sizes XS-L.

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Organic Basics

Rated: Great
3 people wearing organic basics dark blue denim jacket

Circular Denim Jacket – Ships internationally from Denmark

Organic Basics offers high-quality sustainable fashion basics for men and women in organic materials. It also recently launched its first sustainable denim collection, like this chic jacket! The Denmark-based brand puts sustainable thinking at the centre of everything—it only chooses fabrics that care for our environment, and only ever partners with factories that care about their impact. Organic Basics clothes are available in sizes XS-XL.

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Shop Organic Basics @ Rêve en Vert.

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Mila.Vert

Rated: Great
woman wearing knitted strap drop with deep V in white by Mila.Vert

Knitted Strap Top – Ships internationally from Slovenia

Knitwear is not just for winter! We love this eye-catching strap top, perfect for layering over a t-shirt or (oversized) crisp white shirt. Mila.Vert offers timeless, minimal, and chic clothing, adding sophisticated details that give the garments a modern feel. The Slovenia-based brand wants to make desirable clothing, avoiding the ethical and environmental issues that the fashion industry represents. Find the garments in sizes XS-XL, or make a custom fit order free of charge!

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Editor's note

Feature image via Whimsy + Row, all other images via brands mentioned. Good On You publishes the world’s most comprehensive ratings of fashion brands’ impact on people, the planet and animals. We love to recommend some of the best sustainable brands, rated ‘Good’ or ‘Great’. We also encourage shopping pre-owned as another great way to reduce the impact of our fashion choices. Use Good On You to search more than 3,000 brands. We may earn a commission on sales with top-rated partners made using our offer codes or affiliate links.

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