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These Conscious Sweaters Will Keep You Cozy All Year Long

December 10, 2020
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Whether sweater-weather has already arrived or you’re getting a bit of fall fever, this guide to sustainable sweaters has you covered with plenty of resources and style inspiration.

From chunky knits to classy cardigans, I’ve handpicked my favorite brands with high-quality, responsibly-made eco and ethical sweaters.

These brands have knitwear made from consciously-sourced materials including upcycled cotton, recycled cashmere, and hemp that will keep you cozy throughout the chilly days of this season — and for many years to come.

Not sure when it’s the right time to make an investment in a conscious piece? Download my free Closet Inventory and Budget Template where you can track what you have, what you need/want, how much you’re spending, and determine when it’s the right time to invest.

Note that this guide features partners and affiliates — as always all brands meet high standards for sustainability and ethics and are brands I truly believe in!

1. Outerknown

Dedicated to eco-friendly and ethical production through and through, Outerknown uses 90% recycled, organic, or regenerated fabrics and is completely transparent about where they source their products. They’re also a Remake Approved Brand, which is not an easy credential to earn!

Conscious Qualities: Eco Fabrics, Transparent and Ethical Production

Price Range: $$$

Size Range: XS – XL

Explore Outerknown’s Sweaters

Ethical and Sustainable Sweaters from Outerknown

2. Organic Basics

Eco-minded essentials brand Organic Basics has recently launched knitwear in men’s and women’s sizes. Their sustainable sweaters are made from an ultra-warm 100% recycled merino wool fabric ensuring they’ll be go-to cozy pieces in your closet winter after winter.

Conscious Qualities: Recycled Fabrics, Transparent and Ethical Production

Price Range: $$

Size Range: XS – XL

Explore Organic Basics’ Sweaters

Sustainable Sweaters from Organic Basics

3. Christy Dawn

Los Angeles-based brand Christy Dawn makes their feminine boho clothing locally from deadstock fabrics. Christy Dawn is also currently investing into regenerative farming to source climate beneficial fabrics.

Conscious Qualities: Uses Deadstock Fabrics, Produces Locally

Price Range: $$$

Size Range: XS – XL

Explore Christy Dawn’s Sweaters

Eco-friendly recycled sweaters and cardigans from Christy Dawn

4. Patagonia

Sustainable fashion pioneer and outdoor brand Patagonia has cardigans, turtlenecks, and other cozy sweaters made from fibers like recycled cashmere and organic cotton.

Conscious Qualities: Eco Fabrics, Transparent Production

Price Range: $$

Size Range: XXS – XXL

Explore Patagonia’s Sweaters

Patagonia's sustainable sweaters made from recycled and natural fiber

5. Tradlands

Tradlands is a slow fashion label with season-less garments made with high attention to quality. Many of their garments are made with mindful fabrics too, like Tencel and recycled polyester.

Conscious Qualities: Slow-Made, Uses Many Eco Fibers

Price Range: $$$

Size Range: XXS – XXL

Explore Tradlands’ Sweaters

Conscious sweaters from slow fashion brand Tradlands
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6. People Tree (UK)

People Tree is a fair fashion brand with organic and eco-friendly clothing in nearly every category. Their knitwear is consciously knit from fabrics like recycled cashmere and organic cotton.

Conscious Qualities: Fair Trade, Eco Fabrics

Price Range: £ – ££

Size Range: S – L

Explore People Tree’s Sweaters

Sustainable and organic sweaters from People Tree

7. Eileen Fisher

Eileen Fisher is on the forefront of sustainable, slow design. The brand’s sweaters, like the other pieces in their collections, are timeless, ethically made, and made from eco-friendly materials including recycled and organic fabrics.

Conscious Qualities: Exceptional Quality, Eco Fabrics, Local Production

Price Range: $$$

Size Range: XXS – 3XL (plus Petites)

Explore Eileen Fisher’s Sweaters

Minimalist classic sustainable sweaters from Eileen Fisher

8. Toad&Co

Recycled wool, organic cotton, and hemp are among the earth-friendly fibers that Toad&Co sources for their sustainable sweaters. The environmentally responsible brand also has a reusable shipping package option and a renewal program for clothing repairs.

Conscious Qualities: Eco Fabrics, Sustainable Packaging, Purchases Renewable Energy Credits

Price Range: $

Size Range: XS – XL

Explore Toad&Co’s Sweaters

Eco-friendly sweaters from Toad&Co

9. Made Trade

Made Trade is a curated online store for conscious goods, from home decor to clothing (including ethical sweaters!) Their sweater and jacket collection includes pieces with a diverse set of materials, designs, and colors to choose from.

Conscious Qualities: Ethical Production, Eco Fabrics, Carbon-Offset Shipping

Price Range: $ – $$

Size Range: XS – 3XL

Explore Made Trade’s Sweaters

Eco and ethical sweaters from Made Trade

10. The RealReal (Secondhand)

The RealReal is an online luxury consignment shop with a beautifully curated selection of designer knitwear. By shopping pre-loved, you’re extending the life of an existing garment and reducing the demand for new resource extraction.

Conscious Qualities: Secondhand

Price Range: $ – $$$

Size Range: XXS – XXL

Explore The RealReal’s Pre-Loved Sweaters

Secondhand sweaters from The RealReal

11. Peruvian Connection

Peruvian Connection has conscious sweaters made by skilled artisans in Peru primarily handcrafted from alpaca wool responsibly sourced from Peruvian farmers. Alpaca wool is not only soft and durable, but an important part of Peruvian culture as well.

Conscious Qualities: Supports Traditional Artisan Crafts

Price Range: $$ – $$$

Size Range: XS – XXL

Explore Peruvian Connection’s Sweaters

Artisan-made sweaters made with natural fabrics from Peruvian Connection

12. Thought (UK)

Thought is an earth-minded fashion brand with soft knitwear crafted from fibers like organic cotton, hemp, and recycled wool. The brand is also a founding partner of the Ethical Fashion Forum.

Conscious Qualities: Eco Fabrics

Price Range: £ – ££

Size Range: 6 – 18 (UK Sizes)

Explore Thought’s Sweaters

Sustainable sweaters from UK fashion brand Thought

13. BEWUSST Hempwear (EU)

Based in Bradenburg, Germany, BEWUSST Hempwear creates 100% hemp products like underwear, basics, and of course — sweaters. Since its an Etsy shop, there is international shipping available!

Conscious Qualities: Eco Fabrics

Price Range: $$ / €€

Size Range: XS – XL

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14. United by Blue

Providing affordable eco fashion, United by Blue has soft sweaters made with organic cotton, recycled cotton, and merino wool for under $100.

Conscious Qualities: Eco Fabrics

Price Range: $

Size Range: XS – XL

Explore United by Blue’s Sweaters

15. Bare Knitwear

Made by artisans in small, intentional batches, Bare Knitwear embraces the slow fashion philosophy through and through. Each piece from the brand takes 5-13 hours to produce.

Conscious Qualities: Slow-Made, Ethical Production

Price Range: $$$

Size Range: XS – XL

Explore Bare Knitwear’s Sweaters

Artisan-made ethical sweaters from Bare Knitwear

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