18 Sustainable Staples We’re Layering For Our Fall 2021 Capsule Wardrobe
What We’re Wearing This Fall
We’re ready for autumn—bring on long neighborhood walks and wilderness hikes, followed by cozying up with spice-infused herbal teas. Our style this season merges our existing loungewear wardrobe with a few elevated pieces, so we can add a touch of elegance whenever we decide to leave the house. We’re also drawn towards warm fall tones, embracing any little glimmer of summer colors before we head into winter.
Before investing in any pieces though, we’re shopping our own closets first and foremost—and shopping secondhand when we can. And when we do hit “buy,” it’s because these are the pieces we imagine ourselves wearing for many autumns to come! We’re using the below sustainable fashion moodboard for inspiration, and reaching for variations of these 18 high-quality, ethically made staples for fall.
If you’re embarking on a capsule wardrobe for the first time or want to get inspired by the variety of wardrobes people practice, check out our dive into what capsule wardrobes are here.
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1. Unisex Crew by Harvest And Mill, $46 | XS–XL, organic cotton, grown and sewn in the US, nontoxic dyes, entirely US domestic supply chain
2. Airplane Tunic by Pact, $60 | XS–XXL, Fair Trade Certified, GOTS certified organic cotton, certified B Corp
3. The Cotton Pintuck Blouse by Summersalt, $85 | XS–XXL, 100% cotton, recycled packaging
4. Rea Mohair Cardigan by Lora GENE, £145 | 8–28, made-to-order, fabrics sourced from stock materials in Bulgaria, certified B Corp
5. Léo Coat by Sézane, $355 | 2–14, made in the EU, some recycled fabrics, fair labor standards with independent audits
6. Saatchi Sweater by SHAINA MOTE, $298 | XS–XL, 100% Peruvian cotton, made in Peru, recycling and repair programs
7. Cassis Linen Dress by Pyne & Smith, $192 | XS–3XL, 100% pre-shrunk European flax linen, ethically made in California, REACH-certified dyers
8. JMK Twist Ring (1.25mm–1.5mm) by B Yellowtail, $25 | size 4–9, handmade, Native American owned brand, options include: sterling silver, gold (10k & 14k), rose gold
9. “Huda” Dress by Loud Bodies, $135 | XXS–10XL, OEKO-TEX 100 certified natural and sustainable fiber, ethically made, nontoxic dyes, recycled packaging
10. Ribbed Lounge Pant by Kotn, $65 | XS–XXL, certified OEKO-TEX® nontoxic dyes, certified B Corp, gives back, fair labor standards
11. Navy James Work Pant by Loup, $172 | XXS–3XL, made in New York City, repair program
12. Trousers by Big Bud Press, $90 | XXS–6XL, 100% cotton twill, made in Los Angeles, shipped in recycled poly bags
13. Florencia Shoulder Bag by ABLE, $200 | Certified B Corp, made by artisan women, fair labor practices & wages, responsibly sourced materials
14. Terra Crew Sock by Girlfriend, $14 | One size, 13 colors, made from 90% recycled plastic bottles, fair labor & wages, gives back, take-back program
15. The Keyhole Bralette by Knickey, $48 | XXS–3XL, GOTS- & OEKO-TEX certified, recycling program
16. ZX Cut-Out Mule by ZOU XOU, $249 | 36–42, handcrafted in Argentina, undyed veg-tanned sheepskin lining and leather outsole
17. Lennon Rolo Pearl Necklace by Above Average Studio, $97 | Handmade, small batch production, recycled packaging, committed to using 100% recycled gold by the end of 2021
18. Heeled Chelsea Boot by Nisolo, $230 | 5–11, Certified B Corp, artisan-made, fair labor & wages, vegetable-tanned leather
Featured image from Big Bud Press
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