Solutions
Looking for inspiration and solutions for living more sustainably? Check out these daily highlights of innovative brands and products in apparel, home, food, travel, beauty, spirits, mobility and more!
Houdini Sportswear
Houdini Sportswear is a Stockholm-based brand on a mission to reconnect people with nature and rethink how clothing is made, used and reused. Their guiding idea is simple but powerful: when people spend more time outdoors, they care more about safeguarding the planet.
Podcast: Greening My… Closet
In this new episode of our Greening My… series — where we unpack our homes and everyday habits to explore practical ways to live a bit lighter — we’re stepping into the closet. We break down the opportunities across resale, rental, repair, and return, suggest realistic shifts you can make today, and spotlight some of our favorite brands already proving that fashion can be both stylish and sustainable.
Spotlight: Nothing New
Nothing New is a footwear brand built on the bold idea that there should be nothing new in the materials that make your shoes. With a passion at the intersection of beautiful product design and sustainably developed materials, the brand doesn’t just want to make products that look good, they want to make products that do good.
Spotlight: ThredUP
When it comes to sustainable fashion, ThredUP is one of the original pioneers. Founded in 2009 and on a mission to inspire the world to think secondhand first, this online resale platform helped transform secondhand shopping from a niche habit into a mainstream movement.
Spotlight: Katla
Katla is a direct-to-consumer fashion brand blending timeless Nordic-inspired design with sustainable comfort. Founded in 2020, Katla is on a mission “to develop a blueprint for a new and different way of creating fashion” and offers women’s wear as well as lines for men, kids and babies.
Spotlight: Beni
Beni is a recommerce technology innovator founded to reimagine shopping. On a mission to make resale a part of the shopping story from day one, Beni unifies resale listings from 40+ marketplaces to offer more than 300 million deals all searchable in one place for its more than 200,000 users.
Spotlight: MATE
MATE is a L.A.-based clean fashion company committed to cleaning up the fashion industry one garment at a time. On a mission “to provide people everywhere with essentials that are clean from seed to skin,” MATE offers a collection of elevated essentials — loungewear, activewear and everyday basics — made from non-toxic, natural and organic materials.
Spotlight: Neem London
Based in the UK, Neem London is a climate conscious menswear brand with a sharp focus on circularity, climate responsibility and elegant essentials. On a mission to “design and make stunning menswear from recycled materials,” the brand offers progressive ecological style in modern tailored shirts, knitwear, trousers, outerwear and more.
Spotlight: Vinted
Vinted is an online marketplace that enables individuals to buy and sell secondhand items – starting with apparel and expanding to home, electronics, sports, pet care and more. Founded in 2008 in Lithuania, the platform is on a mission to make second-hand the first choice worldwide. Today, Vinted has grown into one of the largest peer-to-peer resale communities, serving millions of users across more than 20 countries.
Spotlight: Toad&Co
Toad&Co is a California-based apparel company that blends casual, outdoor-inspired style with a longstanding commitment to responsible business. A brand “in the business of change,” Toad&Co designs clothing for everyday wear that’s versatile, durable and rooted in comfort and sustainability.
Spotlight: UpChoose
UpChoose is rethinking how parents shop for baby clothes by offering a sustainable rental alternative to the overstuffed dresser drawer. Designed for newborns through toddlerhood, the platform provides curated, high-quality organic cotton wardrobes on a subscription basis.
Spotlight: Girlfriend Collective
Girlfriend Collective is a U.S.-based activewear brand known for its commitment to ethical production, inclusivity and sustainable materials. The company offers a wide range of sustainable apparel, including leggings, sports bras, tops and outerwear.
Spotlight: Carhartt Reworked and Repair
Carhartt, the iconic American workwear brand founded in 1889, is known for its rugged durability and connection to hardworking communities. Known for rugged workwear built to last, Carhartt has doubled down on its sustainability efforts with two standout programs: Reworked by Carhartt and Carhartt Repair.
Spotlight: PANGAIA
PANGAIA is a materials science company turned lifestyle brand redefining what it means to be fashion-forward and planet-aligned. PANGAIA develops the materials of the future to then create wardrobe essentials across loungewear, outerwear, basics, and accessories, blending cutting-edge innovation with everyday comfort.
Spotlight: Worn Wear by Patagonia
Worn Wear is Patagonia’s recommerce and repair program designed to keep gear in play and out of landfills and change the way we consume. Through Worn Wear, customers can trade in used Patagonia clothing and gear in exchange for store credit, which is then cleaned, repaired, and resold at a discounted price on the brand’s dedicated resale platform.
Spotlight: ASKET
ASKET is an independent clothing brand committed to redefining the fashion industry’s norms through “The Pursuit of Less.” The company challenges the traditional fast consumption model by offering a single, permanent collection of timeless wardrobe essentials designed for longevity.
Spotlight: ReBIRD by Arc’teryx
ReBIRD by Arc’teryx is a bold initiative aimed at transforming how we think about outdoor gear and sustainability. Through ReBIRD, the brand enables consumers to extend the lifecycle of their gear, ensuring it stays out of landfills while maintaining high standards of performance and quality.
Spotlight: Earthletica
Earthletica is a sustainable activewear brand committed to creating high-performance apparel that blends style, functionality, and environmental responsibility. Designed for athletes and everyday adventurers alike, Earthletica collections are crafted using innovative, eco-friendly materials that prioritize comfort and durability without compromising on aesthetics.
Spotlight: Taylor Stitch
Taylor Stitch is a California-based menswear brand known for its timeless, durable clothing designed with quality craftsmanship and functionality in mind. From fiber to fabric to factory to end functionality, Taylor Stitch has built its brand on a commitment to sustainability and ethical production practices.
Spotlight: Grailed
Grailed is a leading online resale marketplace specializing in men’s fashion, streetwear and luxury clothing. Founded in 2013, the platform has grown into a global hub where style enthusiasts can buy and sell pre-owned designer pieces, rare sneakers and sought-after streetwear.
