11 Conscious Fashion Brands to Complete Your Timeless, Versatile Capsule Wardrobe
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Building a capsule wardrobe is a great way to inspire more intentional and thoughtful purchases, as it requires us to slow down and really think about our needs, wants, and personal style. We're encouraged to mix and match different capsule pieces in multiple ways so that we can make the most of what we have based on the season or occasion.
With that, here is a curated list of conscious fashion brands that can help you build and complete your capsule wardrobe. Some of these brands have entire collections curated for you, complete with their own styling inspirations, while others allow you to pick and choose based on what you specifically need. Happy intentional browsing!
Note: Remember to make the most of everything you already own first, swap or borrow clothes from friends, browse through some of our favorite secondhand or consignment shops or thrift stores near you, then prioritize quality and durability over quantity with everything new you purchase!
This is a reference only. Conscious Fashion Collective is not responsible for the brands we feature based off of publicly provided information. For specific information on products and pricing, please refer to each brand's website and reach out to its brand reps to ensure its products fit the values, ethics, and criteria you're looking for.
Eileen Fisher
Eileen Fisher is the ultimate sustainable capsule wardrobe brand. The designer creates simple, timeless garments in classic colors from earth-minded fabrics like organic linen, organic cotton, hemp, and regenerative wool. Taking it full circle, Eileen Fisher also has a buy-back program and resale site.
Investment: $$$
MATE
MATE offers a variety of casual essentials made from clean fabrics like organic cotton and linen that you can wear through any season for many years. In addition to versatile tees, tanks, and button-downs, the brand also offers organic undergarments, pajamas, and cozy lounge sets.
Investment: $$
Organic Basics
Organic Basics is a great resource for foundational basics like undergarments, tees, shirts, and easy-to-wear layering pieces. The brand sources only organic, recycled, or eco-minded fabrics such as organic cotton, recycled cashmere, and TENCEL. They also publish their supplier list with details about factory certifications, benefits and working hours, number of employees, and more.
Investment: $$
OhSevenDays
OhSevenDays has quality, minimal collections made from natural reclaimed and deadstock fabrics. Committed to circularity, the brand allows you to donate your pieces back to them for recycling.
Investment: $$
The Tiny Closet
Just as the name of this brand suggests, The Tiny Closet is dedicated to creating ultra-versatile and durable pieces so that you can have a minimalist wardrobe that you love. Check out the brand's foundational pieces here and latest seasonal highlights here
Investment: $$
VETTA Capsule
Vetta Capsule's incredibly versatile pieces are made in responsible factories from sustainable fabrics like deadstock and Tencel in New York City and Los Angeles.
Investment: $$
GRAMMAR NYC
In pretty much every capsule wardrobe guide, they talk about finding a perfect classic button-down shirt. And GRAMMAR NYC is dedicated to creating just that — but in dozens of unique ways with shirtdresses, tunics, crop tops and more! The brand uses GOTS-certified organic cotton for their timeless pieces.
Investment: $$$
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Two Fold Clothing
Made to order and created in house in North Carolina out of organic cotton, Tencel, and raw silk; partners with The 410 Bridge to help empower communities.
Investment: $$$
Hackwith Design House
Made by hand in Minnesota out of natural materials like cotton. Long-lasting and versatile clothing that is as unique as its wearer.
Investment: $$$
COSSAC
Made transparently in small factories using eco-conscious fabrics such as deadstock, organic cotton, Tencel, and modal.
Timeless, yet trendy garments perfect for building your capsule wardrobe
Investment: $$$
Tradlands
Made in responsible factories throughout the globe from natural materials like linen, Tradlands offers high-quality essentials for women, inspired by classic menswear.
Investment: $$
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