Sustainable Father’s Day Gift Guide
Show dad that you care about him (and the environment!) with these sustainable Father’s Day gifts ~
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Clothing and Men’s Health
By now we are well-aware of the sustainability craze in the fashion industry. But even with the abundance of new brands popping up daily with ‘sustainability’ claims, the one market that seems to be lacking is that for half of our population — men.
However, guys are not immune to all of the health implications of fast fashion (think: BPA in synthetics linked to decreased testosterone levels and erectile dysfunction, PFAS associated with increased risk of prostate and testicular cancers, and overall dermal exposure to toxins absorbing into the body from head to toe, to name a few). See more about toxins and men’s health here.
Luckily, there are select brands designing slow fashion pieces for men. Read on for brands to shop to support dad’s health (and the environment!).
Brands
Brands to shop:
ASKET designs capsule wardrobe pieces in Earth-conscious fabrics. Their minimalistic approach to daily dressing is meant to decrease overconsumption by developing what they call a “permanent collection” — pieces that can easily be paired countless ways and will last a lifetime.
Shop: Business casual, daily wear
Price point: $$
The LESTRANGE philosophy page says it best, “LESTRANGE was born from a desire to design the very best version of a garment. The ultimate. A garment that is more refined, more timeless and more wearable than anything before.” Their modular pieces are a collection of essentials, to take you through everything your day may bring. They push the boundaries beyond sustainability, pioneering the use of regenerative agriculture — this is a brand you do not want to miss!
Shop: Business casual, daily wear, underwear, outerwear
Price point: $$$
Outerknown is “committed to protecting the environment and supporting fair labor”. They work with B Corp certified suppliers and promote labor standards in alignment with the Fair Labor Association. They also prioritize circularity to keep products out of landfills.
Shop: Daily wear, bags
Price point: $$
MATE is all about keeping chemicals out of our wardrobes. Their certified-organic and Tencel pieces are super soft for all-day (or night) wear, while still looking put together.
Shop: Daily wear, loungewear
Price point: $$
Use code 15LYDIAD for 15% off your MATE order
LUNYA is on a mission to elevate lounge and sleepwear (goodbye, college t-shirts!). Their washable silk is super luxe and cooling (and does not need dry cleaning) and is treated with clean chemistry, bluesign-approved dyes.
Shop: Loungewear, underwear
Price point: $$
Use code LYDIADUPREE for 15% off your first order ($100 minimum)
Pact partners with Fair Trade USA (ensuring garment workers are treated fairly), GOTS (certification to ensure all pieces are truly organic), and SimpliZero (monitors carbon usage) to ensure their products and processes support both people and planet.
Shop: Loungewear, underwear
Price point: $
NADS is on a mission to revolutionize the way men dress, starting with the most essential piece of them all — underwear. Their pieces are made from Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton, a much healthier alternative to the synthetic underwear currently on the market! See a spotlight on NADS here.
Shop: Underwear
Price point: $$
Use code LYDIA15 for 15% off your order
PAKA is an all-natural brand innovating alpaca fiber into all-purpose clothing, promoting outdoor adventures, conscious consumption, and creator support.
Shop: Active and underwear
Price point: $$
Pangaia is a materials company leveraging a science-backed approach to designing clothing in harmony with our health and the health of our Earth. They have some of the most innovative pieces I have ever seen — from treating fibers with peppermint to a flower and plant alternative to down feathers, you can be sure no one will match your style.
Shop: Workout/activewear
Price point: $$
Iron Roots is Dutch sportswear brand combining design, functionality and sustainability to create optimal sportswear. Bonus! They are completely plastic-free (Not sure why that matters? Find out here).
Shop: Workout wear
Price point: $
Patagonia is the OG sustainable brand. The use lower-impact materials, as well as have good policies to monitor their suppliers and ensure garment workers are treated well.
Shop: Activewear, outerwear, backpacks
Price point: $$
Ponto designs dress shoes from biobased materials, making them sleek enough for business yet comfortable enough to wear all day long.
Shop: Footwear for business and daily wear
Price point: $$
Allbirds is all about sustainable material usage — from FSC-certified Tencel lyocell to Merino wool, their products are made from consciously sourced, renewable fibers. Their current sustainability mission is focused on transitioning to regenerative agriculture and offsetting carbon usage (and they have the sustainability reports to prove it!).
Shop: Footwear for daily or activewear
Price point: $
SANS MATIN translates to “Without Morning”, personifying the ‘Work Hard, Play Hard’ concept. It challenges the traditional work-place norms, providing a casual, sturdy yet stylish alternative for day-to-night dressing. All of their products are ethically handmade using locally sourced, premium leathers. And (bonus!) 2% of your purchase goes to their charities to protect the Amazon Rainforest (amongst other charities).
Shop: Footwear for daily wear
Price point: $$
Use code LYDIA15 for 15% off
The Zen Running Club is pioneering the world of biobased materials, developing running shoes out of eucalyptus, sugarcane, and castor beans (so you know you have a low environmental footprint!). Their mission, “Made from good decisions™” is at the core of everything they do.
Shop: Footwear for workout wear
Price point: $$
Mejuri is the top sustainable jewelry brand. They use recycled materials and are upping their traceability measures. They also offer recycling programs for worn out pieces. Check out their rings to add an edge to your look (and get something for your girl while you’re at it ;).
Shop: Jewelry
Price point: $-$$$
Parker Clay crafts premium leather bags designed by hand to last a lifetime. They use sustainable tanning practices without harmful artificial chemicals and work directly with local Ethiopian providers that treat their animals well to source their leather. They also offer prime fair-trade prices to local farmers.
Shop: Bags
Price point: $$
Stubble & Co prioritizes the use of recycled materials, and ensuring durability for long-term usage. They are a B Corporation, Climate Neutral certified, and members of 1% For The Planet.
Shop: Bags
Price point: $$
Allegorie is combatting food waste by upcycling discarded fruits from grocery stores and juice factories. Their pieces are made from materials from apple skins to cactus fibers.
Shop: Bags
Price point: $$
