a-z of vegan brands
After doing so much research into vegan fashion brands over the past few years, I realised how much time you can spend trying to find the perfect style that doesn't compromise on ethics. You start with a simple Google search but often it can seem overwhelming and too much work.
I've put together this A-Z list of brands I've researched that are 100% vegan, ethically made and produced with sustainable materials! This list will only contain brands where I've actually read into their story or even met with the team behind the label. In some cases I may have bought an item from them so I’ll let you know what I thought about it.
(Brands marked * contain affiliate links - you won’t be charged for using these links but I may receive a small commission if you choose to buy anything via that link)
If you know any vegan fashion brands that should be featured, get in touch via the contact page to let me know!
last updated: February 2022
[All images are credited to the brands]
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All Glamour No Guts
All Glamour No Guts was founded in 2014, starting small with just necklaces, but have developed their brand and their range now includes t-shirts, bags, accessories, stationary and mugs. The tattoo themed illustrations are so creative and edgy, they've really made their own signature style when it comes to spreading the vegan message!
Angela Roi
Angela Roi believes “personal style should not come at the expense of personal values”. Dedicated to using vegan leather and artisanal craftsmanship to create designer-level quality bags, they have established themselves as top players in the vegan accessories market. Their website shows how the bags are made in their factory in Korea, which is good to see as it shows the brand is transparent about their supply chain.
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Back Beat Co
Ultimate Cali energy here folks – Back Beat Co (formerly Back Beat Rags) is the most gorgeous lifestyle brand founded by Isadora Alvarez. They sell a range of tops, dresses, jumpsuits, trousers and jackets that have that classic LA vibe to them, and they’re made with the best materials; hemp, organic cotton and TENCEL.
beyond skin
I have a problem. A shoe problem. Can you relate? If so, you're in luck! Beyond Skin have a beyond amazing collection of vegan leather shoes, from flats to heels to boots. They make all their shoes using vegan leather or other vegan materials and are PETA approved - so you can strut your stuff safe in the knowledge that no animals were harmed in the making of your shoes.
Bhava Studio
I first spotted Bhava Studio at a Bare Fashion event and had seen them being promoted by other vegan fashion bloggers. Bhava believes that leather is not needed for premium footwear, and prioritises being eco-friendly and ensuring fair working conditions.
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charlie feist
I love the designs of the Charlie Feist backpacks, perfect for everyday use and so versatile. They recycle 10 plastic bottles to make the material for the backpacks and only use vegan leather. Check out their Instagram too; it’s a great page to follow for news surrounding vegan fashion and sustainability.
ColieCo Lingerie
Ethically made, sustainable lingerie brand ColieCo, are based in Sagres, Portugal, and create handmade to order, 100% vegan lingerie that offers sexy, fun and bold designs. They use a combination of organic, natural materials and reclaimed fabric from other factories – a fantastic way to save textiles from landfill! I would highly recommend ColieCo for lingerie that makes you feel powerful and sexy and does good for the planet too!
Collection & Co
One of the highest quality vegan footwear brands on the market, Collection & Co are designer-level in their aesthetics. Only producing small runs of each line means there’s no wasted products at the end of each season, and they make all their footwear in a family-owned factory in Greece. Using quality leather alternatives and recycled materials they create beautiful sandals, heels, boots, trainers, as well as a range of bags, accessories and sustainable products. My all-time favourite brand!
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Dedicated
Committed to putting the planet first when it comes to fashion, Dedicated use GOTS certified organic cotton, recycled polyester and TENCEL to create their beautiful t-shirts, dresses and blouses. They collaborate with photographers, illustrators and artists from all over the world to create their unique, fun and diverse collections.
Delicious California
This brand is perfect for anyone seeking the laid-back SolCal vibe, especially if you care about our planet! Delicious California makes t-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts and fitness wear with really cool illustrations and easy-to-wear designs. I think of those really cool skater and roller girls when I see these pieces!
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Ethcs
Sustainable, vegan clothing, ethically made using renewable energy – pretty much ticks all the boxes right?! Streetwear inspired t-shirts, hoodies and sweats, for women, men, and kids. These guys are based in the UK and I bought one of their sweatshirts at a VegFest a couple years ago and I love it!
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Fanm Mon
Fanm Mon are dedicated to women empowerment and being environmentally conscious, two things that should be at the top of all our agendas! These garments are incredible well designed and beautifully created, with embroidery and detailing throughout the collections. The dresses, skirts and jumpsuits would make great outfits for a special vacation as they’re all made with linen so really breathable - plus, imagine the photo-ops you’d have with a dress like this!
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Girlfriend collective *
Ethically made activewear using recycled polyester, ECONYL® and cupro, a delicate fibre made from waste the cotton industry leaves behind. Girlfriend are really size inclusive with a size range from XXS to 6XL - we love to see it. They have a very transparent sustainability section of their website with information on how they source their materials, where they produce their clothes and their certifications.
Groceries Apparel
Groceries Apparel are aiming to redefine transparency and human responsibility by “supporting family farms, localized manufacturing, living wages, and Monsanto-free post-consumer ingredients”. They use organic cotton, eucalyptus, recycled plastic, hemp and recycled cotton in their collections, and create gorgeous, easy-to-wear outfits.
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heartcure
HeartCure Clothing donates all of their proceeds to Brook Farm Animal Sanctuary so they can continue to be a haven for rescued animals that would have otherwise been killed. Mainly stocking t-shirts and other loungewear, HeartCure is a great go-to for those wardrobe staples with a twist!
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Immaculate vegan *
For a one-stop-shop for vegan fashion, you have to check out Immaculate Vegan! This website has everything from clothes and shoes to beauty and homeware, and you can shop safely knowing everything they sell is 100% vegan. It’s a great place to shop for gifts for other people too, with filters to help you find what you’re looking for. Immaculate Vegan have a carefully curated range of amazing vegan brands, and have ensured that they all meet ethical and sustainable standards.
In The Soulshine
Manufactured in a small production house in Bali, In The Soulshine’s clothes are designed to spread the vegan message and let you align your ethics with your personal style. They sell t-shirts, tanks, sweaters and crop tops, and at around £26 for a t-shirt, they’re fairly competitively priced for organic cotton.
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Jakelle Studios
I met Jade at a Bare Fashion event and I just love what this girl is about, I even did an interview with her, check it out here! Jakelle Studios create these bodysuits that combine that gorgeous, minimalist aesthetic, with the consciousness of ethical fashion. All her pieces are made with bamboo or organic cotton, and each item is made to order to avoid deadstock waste. A fabulous brand to support!
Jakke
Founded by East London Designer Nina Hopkins, jakke is one of the most creative faux fur brands I’ve ever come across. One scroll through the website and you’ll see what I mean. I’m obsessed with the cow print jacket, it’s on my ‘fashion bucket list’! While synthetic faux fur does have its problems, it is still considered the ethical choice over real fur, and it actually takes more energy to produce real fur than faux. You can even send back your jakke jacket at the end of its lifetime so it can be repurposed, and you get a 25% off voucher!
Jan ‘N June
One of the top vegan fashion brands around, Jan ‘N June elevate people’s perception of what cruelty-free fashion can look like. Their beautiful, minimalist designs paired with bold silhouettes and the most gorgeous colour palettes you’ll find, make these pieces so uniquely special.
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Kings of Indigo
Such a cool brand and really good quality clothing! Kings of Indigo focuses on what they say are the 5 pillars of sustainability; planet friendly materials, water use, social responsibility, transport and waste conscious.
*disclaimer: while they are PETA certified as of 2020, Kings of Indigo do still sell some pieces with recycled wool, so you’d have to decide for yourself if this is okay with you
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LaBante London
LaBante’s brand philosophy is “Fashion With Respect” and they believe strongly that you don’t need animal materials to create high end luxury bags. The vegan leather bags are made with a vegetable oil/Polyurethane mix and are lined with a recycled PET material. I bought a laptop bag from them at a Vegan Life Live event and it’s perfect for carrying round all my essentials and looking professional (when I need to) – the rucksack look isn’t always the one guys!
Lemlem
Founded by supermodel, Liya Kebede, after visiting her native country of Ethiopia and meeting a group of traditional weavers who no longer had a market for their craft. Lemlem partners with local artisan studios that use traditional African motifs and cotton handweaving techniques to create beautiful clothing and accessories. They also have some of the most beautiful swimwear I’ve seen – might have to put in an order before my next vacation!
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matt & nat
Well known vegan brand Matt & Nat specialise in making bags that are 100% vegan and 100% freakin beautiful. Based in Montreal, Canada, M&N strives to produce bags that not only have a low-impact on the planet, but will also last a lifetime. The linings of the bags are made from recycled plastic bottles (21 bottles are used in each bag!)
Ministry of Tomorrow
Ministry of Tomorrow produce their bags in Nairobi, Kenya just outside of Kibera, one of Africa’s largest slums. MOT built this facility to sponsor skilled tailors who are recruited from within Kibera to make designer women’s and men’s bags, creating sustainable livelihoods for its employees. They use eco-synthetic leather, lined with 100% certified organic fair-trade cotton from India, and use low impact dies. These are beautiful bags, made to last, and supports the highly skilled tailors in Kibera.
Mud jeans
Finally - a jean company that doesn’t slap a leather patch on the back FOR NO REASON!! MUD Jeans are committed to true sustainability, from the organic (+ recycled) cotton used to make the jeans, to the laser, E-flow and water filtration techniques they use to cut down on water, chemicals and energy use. I have a pair of their Skinny Hazen jeans, and the quality is beyond compare, highly recommend!
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Nae Vegan Shoes
NAE (No Animal Exploitation) Vegan Shoes are made in Portugal using materials like cork, Piñatex (pineapple leather), and organic cotton. All their sandals, heels, sneakers and boots are made with comfort in mind and are perfect for hotter climates.
Nu-in
One of the more affordable sustainable brands, nu-in offers a high level of design and sustainable materials, creating very desirable pieces that you’ll rewear over and over again! From bamboo wrapover skirts to Tencel asymmetric tops, nu-in has the aesthetic of Zara, but with ethics and sustainability at their core.
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Oliver Co london
Sustainably made vegan unisex accessories including card holders, wallets and passport holders. With a focus on transparency, Oliver Co tells you everything about the factory they work with and the materials they use. You can also get products personalised with embossed initials, perfect for a thoughtful gift for someone!
one choice apparel
Recycled, organic, sustainably sourced, socially responsible and biodegradable – just some of the words to describe One Choice Apparel. Like what you hear? T-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, bags and hats with beautiful printed designs, some with slogans some with powerful illustrations. Great for spreading the message of compassion, consciousness and climate action!
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Pangaia
Describing themselves as a “materials science company on a mission to save our environment”, Pangaia are a truly unique company in the fashion industry. The have combined cutting edge science with the power of mother nature to create functional, stylish basics and loungewear. They sell out so quickly though, so if you hear of a new drop, act fast!
Plant Faced Clothing
Plant Faced combine streetwear and vegan messaging to create on-trend, easy to wear clothes that will get people thinking twice about what compassionate clothing looks like. Using water-based inks (vegan and contains no toxic chemicals), organic cotton and recycled polyester, Plant Faced have reimagined streetwear and given it a vegan twist too.
Prene bags
These bags are actually so cool, perfect for that office to gym life or weekends away. Made of Neoprene and polyester, I wouldn’t say they’re very eco-friendly, but Neoprene is recyclable so you could always take the bag apart and recycle it after it’s end of life. But these bags look like they’re built to last; very sturdy and durable.
Proclaim
Ethically made, inclusive lingerie that’s actually affordable (a set would cost around £66 – cheaper than a lot of other brands). The bralettes and briefs are made with TENCEL, produced from wood pulp from sustainably managed sources. Proclaim also really size inclusive too, with sizes ranging from Small to 3X.
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rapanui
Rapanui are a perfect example of the type of independent brands we should be supporting. Sustainable materials, clothes made to order in the UK, circular designed and sent in eco-friendly packaging. Ticking all the green boxes! Great basics and really good quality sweaters, hoodies and jackets. My boyfriend has recently ordered some t-shirts and a hoody from them too, and I’ve featured them as my brand of the month before - check it out here!
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Samara Bags
Although they do use PU faux leather, Samara is aiming to eventually be 100% plant based and have already started incorporating apple leather into their collections. ‘Designed for the minimalist’, their bags are simple, beautifully designed and functional.
save the duck
B Corp certified, Save The Duck are one of the top names in vegan outerwear, proving you don’t need to harm animals to create beautiful, protective jackets and coats. You can download their values on their website with information for how they care for the animals, people and planet.
Selva negra
Founded by Kristen Gonzalez and Sam Romero, Selva Negra brings us bold, feminine energy yet uses masculine silhouettes and minimalist designs. Their collections are nearly all vegan (only one piece of deadstock silk used once) but they don’t describe themselves as a vegan company.
sisterhood
Sisterhood are committed to using sustainable and deadstock materials to minimise the amount of waste going to landfill. Similar style to Reformation but a lot more affordable, with gorgeous blouses, shirts, skirts and dresses.
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thamon london
Eco-design company Thamon London uses real leaves to create unique, cruelty-free bags, purses and accessories. The natural tones and intricate details of the leaves create truly beautiful designs, something you’ll be sure no one else has!
together california
Together California is all about reducing waste. From saving fabric off-cuts to create accessories, to cutting their pattern pieces in a way that reduces the amount of fabric wasted (hard to do – trust me!) Their designs are out of this world; pure psychedelic and kaleidoscope-inspired patterns.
tonle design
Tonle has a genuine focus on the wellbeing of the garment workers who make their clothes, everyone involved each step of the way are looked after. They use scrap materials from larger factories and create beautiful dresses, tops and bottoms from them, helping to reduce the textile waste problem the fashion industry is causing.
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Veganized World
These guys know their stuff about t-shirts. Seriously, if you're looking for a vegan t-shirt you absolutely have to buy it from here! They print funny vegan-themed slogans, puns and altered logos onto t-shirts that are 100% sweat shop free. The company only uses W.R.A.P Gold certified factories, have solar-powered sewing floors and are eco-conscious with their use of materials. I bought the classic Lentil's design and love it!
viva la vegan
Committed to the vegan clothing revolution, Viva La Vegan have been at the forefront of this movement for quite some time, winning numerous awards and are well known for their powerful messages delivered via super cute tee's and sweaters. I had the pleasure of meeting the founder, Jay Charlton, at the Bristol Veg Fest while buying one of their vintage shirts with a printed slogan on the back saying "until every cage is empty" and she was so lovely!
votch
UK-based company Votch have really set the bar for quality vegan watches. Their timeless (haha) designs combine functionality with elegance, and use great alternatives to cow’s leather, including Pinatex! I really love their rose gold and grey pieces – hopefully one day I can invest in one so I can actually be on time for once…
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Watson & Wolfe
Watson & Wolfe make vegan luxury accessories for men, including wallets, credit card cases and travel accessories. All their pieces are made with vegan leather, which is a polymer made in part with plant Bio-Polyols, elements derived from non-food grade plant material such as rapeseed and corn. Currently, their vegan leather is made with at least 50% bio plant material, although they hope one day this can be 100%.
wawwa
Wawwa are a perfect example of an all-round bloody brilliant brand. They not only tick all the usual boxes I look for (sustainable materials, vegan, ethically made) but they also support people in need by donating clothes for every item you purchase! Their pieces range from good basics to high-spec jackets that will last you a lifetime.
wholesome culture
With a mission to inspire people to live sustainably and mindfully, Wholesome Culture use their designs to spread messages of veganism, compassion and environmentalism. They use eco-friendly water-based inks, sustainable materials like organic cotton and bamboo, and they produce small runs of pieces to reduce waste.
Will’s vegan store
One of the original vegan shoe companies, Will’s Vegan Store offers a range on women’s and men’s sandals, trainers, heels, and boots. They also sell clothes and accessories too. It’s a great website to scroll through, especially their food delivery section!
wuxly movement
Animal-friendly, eco-conscious outerwear that protects you against the coldest weather and toughest elements. Wuxly is a Canadian brand that uses highly advanced technical materials to create women’s and men’s jackets, parkas and coats that will keep you warm and looking good.
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Yes And
Dedicated to organic cotton, non-toxic dyes and fair labour, Yes And provide you with a range of women’s clothing from t-shirts to dresses. Everything has this easy-to-wear, relaxed quality to it, stuff you know would just feel great to have on. I really like their slogan pieces!
you swim
Based in England, You Swim create sustainable, size-inclusive swimwear that adapts to your ever-changing body. I love that they don’t retouch their images, celebrating real women and real bodies. Their one pieces and bikinis come in 6 different styles and boast neon green, purple and red colourways.