As a screen printing & embroidery company, we've noticed an increase in requests for ethical, organic and vegan garments, as businesses and brands shift to a more sustainable approach to their merch ranges. As conscious consumerism continues to shape the industry, more and more individuals are seeking environmentally friendly and ethically produced garments.
One crucial aspect of sustainable merch ranges lies in the sourcing of materials and the suppliers that are used to produce products. There are, thankfully, a number of garment suppliers today who offer ethically-made options, allowing customers to make the conscious choice when it comes to branding.
From organic cotton to recycled fabrics, these suppliers have embraced sustainable practices in their manufacturing processes. Whether you're a small business owner looking to build a sustainable clothing brand or a conscious consumer eager to make informed purchasing decisions, let this be your guide to the leading suppliers we have partnered with, their offerings, and how they contribute to the larger movement of sustainable fashion.
Stanley/Stella
Stanley/Stella is a popular choice for wholesale garment supply, offering on-trend items made sustainably and of very high quality. Their clothing range is entirely customisable, making it a go-to choice for screen printing, embroidery and DTG printing. All their items are made from 100% GOTS -certified organic cotton and recycled materials, and their entire production chain is certified by various organizations, meeting industry standards for ethical production.
By working with nine partner factories in Bangladesh, they're able to ensure their visions and values are met when it comes to ensuring fair working conditions. They're a FairWear Foundation member and are PETA-approved vegan.
Why we love them: Diverse range of premium garments and on-trend colour palettes, allowing for creative freedom when it comes to rebranding.
One down-side: They can be a little pricey, but the quality is worth it.
☑ Certified organic cotton
☑ Certified vegan
☑ Ethical supply chain
☑ Tear-out labels
Continental Clothing Co.
Continental Clothing Co. has been manufacturing wholesale apparel since 1998, with a focus on creating high quality, expertly styled and responsibly manufactured garments, ideal for rebranding. Like Stanley/Stella, they are also a FairWear Foundation member, and their facilities are regular audited for social compliance.
They have four ranges within their brand: Continental (Core), EarthPositive, Salvage, and Fair Share. From sourcing the materials to the end product, the company ensures full traceability and transparency. Their EarthPositive range uses 100% certified organic cotton, while the Salvage range uses recycled materials.
Why we love them: Wide range of products and colourways; we especially love their oversized/unisex cuts. They are also a little more cost-effective than Stanley/Stella
One down-side: Some of the more unique colours & cuts often have low stock.
☑ Certified organic cotton
☑ Certified vegan
☑ Ethical supply chain
☑ Tear-out labels
No Sweat Clothing
No Sweat Clothing is a garment manufacturing company that is committed to fair labor practices and creating high-quality clothing that is both ethically and environmentally responsible. The company has become a leading voice in the fight against sweatshops, and has inspired a growing movement of consumers who are demanding more transparency and accountability from the fashion industry.
By working with trade union federations and workers' organizations, they're able to source organic t-shirts and other garments from factories where workers' rights are respected and held to standard. Every item sold also helps fund their Garment Workers Solidarity Fund.
Why we love them: They are strong advocates for garment workers' rights and use their platform to build solidarity and raise awareness.
One down-side: Limited product range.
☑ Certified organic cotton
☑ Certified vegan
☑ Ethical supply chain
Anthem
Anthem Clothing is another ethical wholesale clothing brand, selling t-shirts and hoodies made for print and embroidery. The company offers high-end apparel that is ethically-made and uses certified organic cotton.
Why we love them: High quality products with on-trend colour options.
One down-side: Product range isn't very diverse and certain products can be quite pricey.
☑ Certified organic cotton
☑ Certified vegan
☑ Ethical supply chain
☑ Tag-free
Ecologie by AWDis
Ecologie is a sustainable brand that falls under the AWDis company. Their Ecologie range uses certified organic cotton and recycled materials, offering a more affordable environmentally-friendly option. Their garments are also PETA-approved vegan.
Why we love them: A bigger variety in styles & fits than some other brands, including kids ranges and more fitted women's tops.
One down-side: Other brands that fall under the AWDis name, such as Just Hoods and Just T's, are not fully sustainable.
☑ Certified organic cotton
☑ Certified vegan
☑ Recycled materials
Looking to make some merch with these sustainable options?
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