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This post contains some affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, EcoCult receives a small percentage of the sale price. We only recommend brands that we truly believe in. Support our editorial work by supporting them! This article would normally be behind our paywall for EcoCult Health members, but icebreaker, a PFAS-free natural fiber outdoor brand, has generously sponsored this post so that anyone can access it. Enjoy! In the past, EcoCult has created a list of all of the sustainable holiday deals we could find. But that’s old news. This year, we’re expressly focusing on brands t ..read more

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AIZOME has sponsored this article, supporting conversation around textile greenwashing and alternatives. Fondly referred to as “an artistic statement of possibilism” in the midst of what can be a toxic industry, AIZOME is uncompromisingly committed to proving that textile creation doesn’t have to be harmful. In fact, it can even be healthy. A family-run, natural-dye textile company, AIZOME crafts healthy, plant-made, consciously produced bedding without synthetic chemicals, for your health, their workers, and the planet. Naturally antibacterial, microbio ..read more

Image by Levi’s This post contains some affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, EcoCult receives a small percentage of the sale price. We know that starting the switch to non-toxic clothing isn’t always easy. Without a trained eye, you can fall into greenwashing traps, and might even spend extra money on pieces that aren’t any better for you or your health. Plus, you probably have your favorite, go-to fashion brands that (you think) aren’t easy to replace. That’s why we’re here with easy toxin-free fashion brand swaps. We used publicly available data from Fashion Revolution’s 2023 ..read more

Image by Nisolo This post contains some affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, EcoCult receives a small percentage of the sale price. Whether you wear them to work, on hikes, or out on the town, a sleek pair of boots is a closet staple. Luckily, you don’t have to worry about them falling apart on you after just a few seasons. There are accessible (and affordable!) brands that work with skilled artisans to create beautiful and durable pairs.  These ethically made fall and winter boots will keep you warm and comfortable for years. But before you shop, make sure you know what t ..read more

Image by EcoEnclose This post contains some affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, EcoCult receives a small percentage of the sale price. Some brands may have paid a small fee to be featured. We only recommend brands that we truly believe in. Support our editorial work by supporting them! As the E-commerce sector skyrocketed, the fashion industry has adapted to meet the demands of online shoppers, who expect fast delivery, presentable packaging, and items that arrive unscathed on their doorstep. However, this convenience has an environmental cost.  Polybags or plastic mailer ..read more

Image credit: Toad & Co This post contains some affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, EcoCult receives a small percentage of the sale price. Some brands may have paid a small fee to be featured. We only recommend brands that we truly believe in. Support our editorial work by supporting them! Sweater season is—finally—almost upon us. If your cold-weather closet is lacking long-lasting pullovers and cardigans that fit your current style, it’s time to revamp your wardrobe with timeless and long-lasting pieces.  The brands on this list are bursting with versatile and gorgeo ..read more

Image by Toast This post contains some affiliate links, which means if you make a purchase, EcoCult receives a small percentage of the sale price. We only recommend brands that we truly believe in. Support our editorial work by supporting them! If you’ve managed to hold on to your phone for more than a few years, we applaud you. Tech waste is a huge problem, especially with the constant releases of the latest and greatest model encouraging an ongoing cycle of out with the old, in with the new. The pervasiveness of planned obsolescence makes it harder for even conscious consumers to keep their ..read more

I had a reader recently ask me to explain what’s going on with down, the feather filler that goes inside puffy coats and bedding. Is it ethical? Is it eco-friendly? If not, what are the alternatives? Traditional down is made up of the fluffy small feathers that are underneath the large, stiffer adult feathers on waterfowl like geese and ducks. These fluffy feathers have been used by indigenous and European people for hundreds of years as lightweight insulation. Now this luxurious, soft, packable, lightweight effective natural material is used in puffy coats, gloves, sleeping bags, comforters ..read more