Everlane disrupted the fashion industry with its radically transparent approach to pricing and production. It initially launched with a line of high-quality, affordable basics and now offers a wide range of wardrobe stables.
Love timeless wardrobe staples and sustainable style? These brands offer Everlane's minimalist aesthetic with their own unique twist
Quince is a direct-to-consumer brand that was founded to make premium materials accessible to everyone. By cutting out retail markups, similar to Everlane, Quince has been able to offer high-end materials like cashmere, silk, and Italian leather to customers at more affordable prices.
Universal Standard is a size-inclusive brand founded by Polina Veksler and Alexandra Waldman to make style the only filter for how people shop — offering every piece in its collection from 00 to 40, and treating all sizes with equal attention to fit and design.
What began as founder Yael Aflalo’s passion project has evolved into the ultimate "cool girl" brand, known for turning eco-friendly materials into seriously covetable pieces that merge vintage silhouettes with modern appeal.
Pact is a leader in affordable sustainable fashion, making everything from t-shirts to bedding using organic cotton and low-impact dyes in Fair Trade Certified factories. The Boulder, Colorado-based brand was founded in 2009 and continues to rethink sustainability through initiatives like its "Good To Wear" clothing donation program, designed to extend product lifecycles and reduce textile waste.
Founded in 2014 by Maggie Winter, Jac Cameron, and Max Bonbrest in New York City, AYR (All Year Round) takes a minimalist approach to luxury. It offers a range of perfectly-cut essentials designed for season-less style and crafted for consumers that prioritize quality over quantity in their wardrobes.
Founded in 2012 by Kalen Emsley and David Luba in Canada, tentree began with an ambitious promise: plant ten trees for every item sold. This simple yet powerful commitment has shaped every aspect of the brand's development, leading to their bold mission of becoming the most environmentally progressive brand on the planet and planting one billion trees by 2030.
KOTN has mastered the art of everyday luxury through Egyptian cotton.This Canadian brand started with the mission of creating the perfect t-shirt and has expanded to offer a wide range of stylish basics. If you're tired of fast fashion basics but don't want to spend a fortune on designer pieces, KOTN delivers that sweet spot of quality, consciousness, and timeless style.
Karla Gallardo and Shilpa Shah founded Cuyana on the idea of "fewer, better things", starting a quiet revolution against overconsumption in an age of fast fashion excess. Each piece in its collections demonstrates the brand’s commitment to sustainability, using materials like recycled fabrics and ethically sourced leather to create items that are crafted to get better with time.
Originally founded in 1937 and reimagined in 2006 under J.Crew's ownership, Madewell carries a rich heritage of American workwear into modern fashion. The brand's revival brought its original emphasis on quality denim and durability to a contemporary audience, maintaining the craftsmanship of its workwear roots while embracing modern style sensibilities.
Founded with an inspiring mission to create sustainable economic opportunities for women, ABLE makes stylish based by providing ethical employment to women in Ethiopia. From its Nashville, Tennessee base, the brand has established itself as a leader in transparency in fashion, becoming one of the first companies to publicly publish worker wages.
