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How to Have a Sustainable Winter

Welcome to winter, everyone! Whether you’re ready or not, the cool weather is rolling in, and it is time to break out all of your winter clothes. If you enjoy adding a new sweater to your collection for the season, this article is for you. From wind, to rain, and every other type of weather imaginable, this guide has something that will suit your needs, and you’ll look great while remaining sustainable.


Patagonia

Patagonia is based in California and is known for their ethical and sustainable winter weather clothing. This brand is perfect for our campers and hikers, or for the person wanting to stay extra warm. Their ethics include being ethically made, with some items being Fair Trade certified, using responsibly sourced and recycled materials, having eco-friendly production, and they give back to the community. The best secret about Patagonia is their secondhand shop, where you can purchase gently used items for a lower cost. On the flip side, you can also trade in your used Patagonia for credit on your next purchase.


Boden

Boden is based in London, so you know these items will prepare you for even the coldest nights. This company dedicates themselves to sustainability by using responsibly sourced and recycled fabrics, having an ethical supply chain, and giving back to their community. These timeless items range from coats to jackets to blazers and beyond. A unique aspect about Boden is that they complete trials and garment assessments to ensure their clothing will stay in your closet for years to come.


Outerknown

Outerknown is an American-made company, based in Culver City, California. They are best known for their plaid jackets and puffers, making for the perfect casual winter outfit. This company uses Fair Trade and ethical production, is eco-friendly, and uses organic and recycled materials. Specifically, Outerknown uses recycled fishing nets and organic cottons to truly dedicate themselves to sustainability. Although this brand may be on the higher end cost wise, you can’t beat the feel good feelings of supporting a sustainable brand. Not to mention how cute and cozy their jackets are!


Sezane

If you’re looking for a classic and high end jacket that will last forever, Sezane is for you. Sezane is hand-embroidered, uses high end silk, and quality leather in their clothing. They offer pieces ranging from jackets, coats, and trenches. For their ethical background, they focus on natural and sustainable materials, ethical production, giving back to the community, and using renewable energy in their processes. This might just be the perfect company to add to your wishlist.


Nau

Here in Florida, we are no strangers to rain. With the surprise thunderstorms and torrential downpours, everyone needs Nau in their life. This company focuses on weatherproof outerwear with products, such as jackets, trenches, vests, and down coats. This company is based in Portland, Oregon and was founded about 10 years ago. This company is sustainable because they use sustainable and recycled materials, have eco-friendly production, and give back to the community. A unique aspect of Nau is that they use high quality materials, such as 100% organic cotton, recycled down, hemp, and responsibly sourced wool. Along with all of these perks, the company makes gorgeous coats that will last for seasons to come.



Written by Brittney Pieper,

DWF Writer and Contributor

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