SISTAIN Approved Brands To Shop This Season
By Malia Noll
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Finishing up your holiday hustle to find great gifts? We sure are! As December continues to fly by, we’re putting extra effort into making sure our power as consumers is placed in the hands of brands that care about sustainability, ethical labor and the future of our planet. We want to take the heavy lifting of research off of your plate so you can rest assured knowing that we’re selecting only brands that meet our rigorous standards.
Below, we’ve compiled a list of SISTAIN-approved brands we’re shopping this season from clothes for the whole family to beauty, skincare and home goods.
The Wardrobe Edit
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WHIMSY + ROW
Locally sourced LA style
Whimsy & Row is an LA based brand that believes in locally sourced, low waste materials. With their factory just a few miles away from the office, fair wages and lasting materials are a key part of their commitment to sustainability. Check out their Lex Tee for International Women’s Day – 15% of sales go to Global Fund for Women.
Sustainability Efforts:
Uses eco-friendly and recycled materials
Manufactured in small batches in Los Angeles using locally-sourced materials
Limits the amount of chemicals, water, and wastewater used in production
Price: $$
Our Picks
Frankie Dress $186
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FOR DAYS
Start small by replacing your wardrobe basics with sustainable options. Pact has a great line of durable, comfortable basics for men, women and kids at affordable price points, so you can begin to replace old items of clothes with better options over time.
Sustainability:
Fair trade factory certified
Organic cotton GOTS certified
Ships product in recycled and compostable packaging
Uses non-toxic dyes
Accepts old and used clothes through its own clothing donation program
Price: $$
Our Picks:
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GIRLFRIEND COLLECTIVE
You likely know of Girlfriend Collective for their activewear sets in bold, modern colors made from recycled plastics. But did you know they also make outwear? We’re eyeing their outerwear collection as temperatures drop but our evening walk remains a steady recurrence. Don’t fret, you can still spend ample time outdoors in cozy pieces that’ll have you looking forward to your time outside and away from your WFH setup.
Sustainability:
Uses 100% recycled and recyclable packaging
Clothing is made from a combination of recycled polyester, spandex, post-consumer bottles and fishing nets and other waste
Tees and tanks are 100% cupro and the yarn is made in a zero-waste, zero-emission facility in Japan
Uses eco-friendly dyes
Price: $$
Our Picks:
Long Recycled Puffer $298
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MATE THE LABEL
We love Mate for their clean, effortless styles that pay homage to their LA roots. The brand’s simple designs come in a variety of muted colors and fulfill all of our neutral dreams. We love that most of their options come in matching sets for a put-together look in no time!
Sustainability:
Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified cotton
Manufactures locally to reduce carbon footprint
Uses low impact non-toxic dyes only
Uses eco-friendly materials
Limits amount of water and wastewater used in production
Price: $$$
Our Picks:
Organic Thermal Classic Henley $108
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The Home & Accessory Edit
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PARACHUTE HOME
Parachute values quality craftsmanship and high performing materials without sacrificing style or breaking the bank. With the goal to not “just be a bedding and sheets company,” Parachute has built a community of like-minded people that value durable, stylish and sustainable goods that will withstand the test of time. In addition to their luxurious bedding, we’ve loved to watch as the company expands into home goods and select apparel designed to induce relaxation and ease at home.
Sustainability:
Plastic shipping mailers are made from 80% recycled content and are recyclable after opening
Oeko-Tex certified, which surpasses all other standards in safety and environmental protection
Down manufacturer is Responsible Down Standard certified
Partners with United Nation’s Nothing But Nets campaign to send life-saving malaria-prevention bed nets to those in need
Price: $$$
Our Picks:
Suede Slippers $79
Linen Sheet Set $149 - $189
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TENTREE
Tentree has coined the phrase “earth-first apparel” as they work to use their company for the good of our planet—particularly through planting trees. For every item you purchase, the company plants ten trees. Their mission is to plant 1 billion trees by 2030, a lofty goal that just might be within their reach (they’ve already planted 50,888,167 and counting!). Since their inception, they’ve branched out (pardon our pun) into select items for the home and accessories.
Sustainability:
Uses eco-friendly materials including organic cotton and limits the amount of chemicals, water and wastewater used in production
Utilizes renewable energy in its supply chain to reduce its climate impact
Plants 10 trees for every item purchased
Price: $$
Our Picks:
Juniper Beanie $27
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CARAWAY
Modern meets function in Caraway's swoon-worthy designs. Caraway Home’s ceramic non-stick cookware comes in four colors that allow you to mix and match or choose a color that best suits your taste. Plus, your purchase of a full cookware set comes with a storage solution system, so you’ll never have to clang around to find pot lids and pans deep in your cabinets.
Sustainability:
Up to 60% less CO2 is emitted during the production of these pans as compared to the emissions during production of traditional non-stick coatings
Free of PFAS, lead, cadmium and other toxic materials that can make their way into food or the air
Uses recycled and biodegradable packaging materials without the use of any plastic.
Price: $$$
Our Picks:
Cookware Set $395
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The product selections on this page are curated by the SISTAIN team. If you purchase through our links, we may earn an affiliate commission, at no cost to you. We only recommend products that align with our mission.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Malia Noll is a former public accountant turned self-employed copywriter who works with small businesses to build genuine connections to customers through strategic writing. Malia is based in Columbus, Ohio and specializes in promotional writing, email marketing and editing.
