Ethical Clothing Brands for Bohemian Style
Spell
Formally Spell and the Gypsy Collective, Spell is a bohemian women’s brand founded in Byron Bay Australia that prides itself on its commitment to people and the planet. The Spell team hold their manufacturers and suppliers to a strict code of conduct, ensuring their makers are treated fairly. They furthermore commit to utilising sustainable fibres and have developed a preferred fibres matrix. They package their products consciously, using mainly recycled and biodegradable packaging. They are also a member of 1% for the planet, offering donations for several charities including Take Three For The Sea, Bravehearts and Days For Girls.
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Christy Dawn
Christy Dawn are committed to the use of conscious materials. They repurpose deadstock fabric, use organic cotton and have a farm to closet initiative, meaning they source straight from a regenerative farm and a supply chain of local craftsmen. Use this link for $48 off your next purchase of $240+. http://christydawn.refr.cc/theaurelialabel
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Auguste the Label
Auguste the Label is a member of 1% for the Planet, donating towards environmental issues, including One Tree Planted, Koala Adoption and Orangutan Outreach. They also utilise mainly sustainable fibres including regenerated and fibres. Auguste is transparent, highlighting their areas in need of improvement and how they will proceed, such as their current search for a suitable organic cotton provider.
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Tamga Designs
Tamga Designs utilise eco-friendly materials, water-saving dyes and plastic-free packaging in an effort to reduce the environmental footprint of their products. They are also a member of 1% for the planet and are committed to the protection of the Indonesian rainforests.
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Arnhem
Arnhem’s transparency is really impressive and something all brands should work towards. They have an agreed code of conduct with their suppliers and manufacturers that outlines expectations towards law compliance, child labour, discrimination, freedom of association, humane treatment, wages and benefits, working hours and working conditions. They also make an effort to visit each individual supplier to ensure set standards are being met and facilitate healthy and transparent communication. They work with certified fibres, provide annual impact reports, utilise circular packaging and have give back programs dedicated to environmentalism.
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