Solutions
Looking for inspiration and solutions for living more sustainably? Check out these daily highlights of innovative brands and products in apparel, home, food, travel, beauty, spirits, mobility and more!
Spotlight: Neem London
Based in the UK, Neem London is a climate conscious menswear brand with a sharp focus on circularity, climate responsibility and elegant essentials. On a mission to “design and make stunning menswear from recycled materials,” the brand offers progressive ecological style in modern tailored shirts, knitwear, trousers, outerwear and more.
Spotlight: Vinted
Vinted is an online marketplace that enables individuals to buy and sell secondhand items – starting with apparel and expanding to home, electronics, sports, pet care and more. Founded in 2008 in Lithuania, the platform is on a mission to make second-hand the first choice worldwide. Today, Vinted has grown into one of the largest peer-to-peer resale communities, serving millions of users across more than 20 countries.
Spotlight: Toad&Co
Toad&Co is a California-based apparel company that blends casual, outdoor-inspired style with a longstanding commitment to responsible business. A brand “in the business of change,” Toad&Co designs clothing for everyday wear that’s versatile, durable and rooted in comfort and sustainability.
Spotlight: UpChoose
UpChoose is rethinking how parents shop for baby clothes by offering a sustainable rental alternative to the overstuffed dresser drawer. Designed for newborns through toddlerhood, the platform provides curated, high-quality organic cotton wardrobes on a subscription basis.
Spotlight: Girlfriend Collective
Girlfriend Collective is a U.S.-based activewear brand known for its commitment to ethical production, inclusivity and sustainable materials. The company offers a wide range of sustainable apparel, including leggings, sports bras, tops and outerwear.
Spotlight: Carhartt Reworked and Repair
Carhartt, the iconic American workwear brand founded in 1889, is known for its rugged durability and connection to hardworking communities. Known for rugged workwear built to last, Carhartt has doubled down on its sustainability efforts with two standout programs: Reworked by Carhartt and Carhartt Repair.
Spotlight: PANGAIA
PANGAIA is a materials science company turned lifestyle brand redefining what it means to be fashion-forward and planet-aligned. PANGAIA develops the materials of the future to then create wardrobe essentials across loungewear, outerwear, basics, and accessories, blending cutting-edge innovation with everyday comfort.
Spotlight: Worn Wear by Patagonia
Worn Wear is Patagonia’s recommerce and repair program designed to keep gear in play and out of landfills and change the way we consume. Through Worn Wear, customers can trade in used Patagonia clothing and gear in exchange for store credit, which is then cleaned, repaired, and resold at a discounted price on the brand’s dedicated resale platform.
Spotlight: ASKET
ASKET is an independent clothing brand committed to redefining the fashion industry’s norms through “The Pursuit of Less.” The company challenges the traditional fast consumption model by offering a single, permanent collection of timeless wardrobe essentials designed for longevity.
Spotlight: ReBIRD by Arc’teryx
ReBIRD by Arc’teryx is a bold initiative aimed at transforming how we think about outdoor gear and sustainability. Through ReBIRD, the brand enables consumers to extend the lifecycle of their gear, ensuring it stays out of landfills while maintaining high standards of performance and quality.
Spotlight: Earthletica
Earthletica is a sustainable activewear brand committed to creating high-performance apparel that blends style, functionality, and environmental responsibility. Designed for athletes and everyday adventurers alike, Earthletica collections are crafted using innovative, eco-friendly materials that prioritize comfort and durability without compromising on aesthetics.
Spotlight: Taylor Stitch
Taylor Stitch is a California-based menswear brand known for its timeless, durable clothing designed with quality craftsmanship and functionality in mind. From fiber to fabric to factory to end functionality, Taylor Stitch has built its brand on a commitment to sustainability and ethical production practices.
Spotlight: Grailed
Grailed is a leading online resale marketplace specializing in men’s fashion, streetwear and luxury clothing. Founded in 2013, the platform has grown into a global hub where style enthusiasts can buy and sell pre-owned designer pieces, rare sneakers and sought-after streetwear.
Spotlight: Nudie Jeans
Nudie Jeans is a Swedish denim brand founded in 2001, known for its commitment to high-quality, organic denim and a transparent, ethical supply chain. Nudie Jeans embraces a circular fashion model, encouraging customers to repair and reuse their products instead of discarding them.
Spotlight: Nuuly
Nuuly is a subscription-based fashion rental and resale platform launched by URBN. Designed to cater to the growing demand for sustainable and flexible fashion solutions, Nuuly offers customers a wide variety of contemporary, vintage and designer apparel and accessories for rent (Nuuly Rent) or purchase (Nuuly Thrift).
Spotlight: Circle Sportswear
Circle Sportswear is a French-based athletic apparel brand that designs premium activewear with a focus on sustainability and performance. Founded with the mission to revolutionize the sportswear industry, the company is committed to offering an alternative to traditional fast fashion, emphasizing quality, longevity and ethical production practices.
Spotlight: Outerknown
Outerknown is a California-based apparel brand founded in 2015 by professional surfer Kelly Slater and designer John Moore. Offering a range of clothing for men and women, including casualwear, outerwear, and accessories, Outerknown’s clothing is created with high-quality, long-lasting materials and is made in a way that protects our planet’s natural resources while providing fair wages to factory workers.
The Solutionists Weekly Digest
Your biweekly roundup of the latest news and progress in sustainable living. From eco-friendly homes and sustainable mobility solutions to mindful travel, food, fashion, sport and entertainment, we bring you the news highlights of the week from The Solutionists – the brands and organizations empowering consumers to live more sustainably.
Spotlight: Vestiaire Collective
Vestiaire Collective, a global online marketplace for buying and selling desirable pre-owned fashion, is on a mission io transform the fashion industry for a more sustainable future by empowering their community to promote circular fashion. Founded in 2009, the platform has grown into one of the largest resale destinations for high-end fashion, with an inventory of 5 million items and users from around the world.
Spotlight: Nobody’s Child
Nobody’s Child is a UK-based fashion brand known for its affordable, on-trend clothing that combines style with sustainability. On a mission to bring stylish fashion to every woman, everywhere without costing the Earth, Nobody’s Child caters to a wide range of customers by offering dresses, loungewear and knitwear.
