It’s Earth Month and everyone is trying to find sustainable habits to incorporate into their lifestyle. What better way to help our planet and our society than to buy from sustainable and black-owned fashion brands. Below, you will find a list of ten diverse, black-owned, and sustainably sourced fashion brands that you can add to your collection.
- Autumn Adeigbo
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Autmn Adeigbo created a label of vibrant and unique styles inspired by her Nigerian mother who designed her clothes and worked for Betsy Johnson. This unique brand sells sustainable clothing items that are made to order and include Indian fabrics and African beading.
- KINTU New York
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KINTU New York , established in 2015, is an African-inspired luxury handbag founded by Sarah Nakintu who named the brand after her father and grandfather. The brand uses 100% vegetable-tanned leather in all of its high-quality designed handbags.
- Arrow + Phoenix
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Need some swimwear for your hot girl summer? Arrow + Phoenix got you! The 90’s inspired swimwear line focuses on diversity and body inclusivity. The swimsuits are made out of ECONYL which is an Italian fiber made from regenerated nylon.
- LemLem
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Founded by an Ethiopian model, Liya Kebede, Lemlem carries a stylish variety of sundresses, caftans, and tunics almost all made of natural cotton. Five percent of the brand’s sales advance the mission of the lemlem foundation which supports women artisans in Africa with healthcare, education, and career opportunities.
- Brother Vellies
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Can’t forget the shoes! Founded in 2013 by Aurora James, Brother Vellies has a goal of keeping traditional African designs alive while creating their pieces. The brand is originally focused on South African vellies and is now produced across the globe.
Everyone should let Earth Month inspire them to create a lifestyle of sustainability even if that starts with the way they express themselves through fashion. I hope this article gave you some inspiration to do exactly that and to treat yourself to a new outfit!