3Tree Apparel Inc. (British Columbia)
Made entirely in North America, this company has 100 percent organic cotton briefs. Contact 604-839-3873.
Alchemy Goods
Makes bags made out of recycled materials such as inner tubes and car straps. Check out their waterproof Haversack model. For more info: alchemygoods.com
American Apparel
Sweatshop free, these basics stay in vogue with a ‘Sustainable Edition’ of environmentally friendly fabrics which include thongs, tanks and tees. For more info: americanapparel.net
Bueno Style! (Vancouver)
They make organic cotton boy-cut panties silk-screened with fruity designs and catchy phrases. For more info: buenodesign.ca
Chacos
This sandal company gives customers discounts for trading in old pairs, which are then “recycled” and sent to the indigenous of India and Nepal. For more info: chacousa.com
Cotton Ginny
Provides sustainable style in the form of naturally anti-bacterial bamboo tees as well as garments made of soy, corn and milk. For more info: cottonginny.ca
Edun
Nude spelt backwards, this line started by U2’s Bono and his wife Ali, is aimed at the socially conscious. It is made in Africa and other developing countries, and is incorporating organic farming and organic fibres into its fashionable lines. Available at Holt Renfrew. For more info: edun.ie
Ecoganik
Using only organic or eco-friendly fabrics, they create beautiful flowing dresses and skirts so you don’t have to sacrifice style for your morals. For more info: ecoganik.com
Ecoist
Handmade brightly coloured bags made out of recycled materials such as candy wrappers, recycled movie billboards, and confetti will make sure you stand out in a crowd. For more info: ecoist.com
Ecosandals
This non-profit organization currently employs Kenyans to make sandals out of recycled tires providing fair job opportunities and waste reduction locally. For more info: ecosandals.com
