Skip to content
Now Accepting Private Shopping Appointments • FREE US Shipping For Online Orders Over $150
Ecodessa Ecodessa

Currency

  • AUD $
  • CAD $
  • EUR €
  • GBP £
  • USD $
Account
Search
Loading...
Cart
  • Sip & Shop
    • February Collection

      February Collection
    • April Collection

      April Collection
  • Clothing

    Clothing
    • Tops

      Tops
    • Bottoms

      Bottoms
    • Dresses

      Dresses
    • Rompers & Jumpsuits

      Rompers & Jumpsuits
    • Jackets & Coats

      Jackets & Coats
    • Activewear

      Activewear
    • Intimates

      Intimates
    • Plus Size

      Plus Size
  • Accessories

    Accessories
    • Jewelry

      Jewelry
    • Shoes

      Shoes
    • Handbags

      Handbags
    • Hair Accessories

      Hair Accessories
    • Masks

      Masks
    • Scarves

      Scarves
  • Home

    Home
    • Glass & Pottery

      Glass & Pottery
    • Candles

      Candles
    • Stationary

      Stationary
    • Journals

      Journals
  • Body

    Body
    • Shower & Bath

      Shower & Bath
    • Lotion & Oil

      Lotion & Oil
    • Hand Sanitizers

      Hand Sanitizers
  • Final Sale

    Final Sale
  • Final Few

    Final Few
  • About
    • Our Journal
    • Shopping Appointments
    • Meet The Owner
    • Visit Us
  • Brands
    • Brands A-F
      • A Mente

        A Mente
      • Able

        Able
      • Astars

        Astars
      • Binky & Lulu

        Binky & Lulu
      • Bohemian Reves

        Bohemian Reves
      • Boyish

        Boyish
      • Daze

        Daze
      • Ellor

        Ellor
      • Etica

        Etica
      • Fate

        Fate
    • Brands G-K
      • Groceries Apparel

        Groceries Apparel
      • Gypsy Freedom

        Gypsy Freedom
      • Gypsy Freedom by Cute Carnival

        Gypsy Freedom by Cute Carnival
      • Gypsy Freedom by Wormwood & Pottery

        Gypsy Freedom by Wormwood & Pottery
      • Half United

        Half United
      • Hope and Harvest

        Hope and Harvest
      • In My Heels

        In My Heels
      • KINdom

        KINdom
      • Known Supply

        Known Supply
      • Krochet Kids

        Krochet Kids
    • Brands L-N
      • LA MADE

        LA MADE
      • LACAUSA

        LACAUSA
      • Level 99

        Level 99
      • Made by Mini

        Made by Mini
      • Mata Traders

        Mata Traders
      • Matisse

        Matisse
      • Melie Bianco

        Melie Bianco
      • Mittoshop

        Mittoshop
    • Brands N-S
      • Nalho

        Nalho
      • Natural Life

        Natural Life
      • Neu Nomads

        Neu Nomads
      • Noize

        Noize
      • Not Soap Radio

        Not Soap Radio
      • Only Hearts

        Only Hearts
      • Project Social T

        Project Social T
      • Rabbits Pantry

        Rabbits Pantry
      • Rosemarine Textiles

        Rosemarine Textiles
      • Rubberband

        Rubberband
      • Sarah Liler

        Sarah Liler
      • Soaring Suds

        Soaring Suds
      • Sobremesa

        Sobremesa
      • Spiritual Gangster

        Spiritual Gangster
      • Starfish Project

        Starfish Project
      • Symbology

        Symbology
      • Synergy

        Synergy
    • Brands T-Z
      • Teddy Locks

        Teddy Locks
      • Tonle

        Tonle
      • Various

        Various
      • Velvet Heart

        Velvet Heart
      • Verve Culture

        Verve Culture
      • World Finds

        World Finds
      • YALA

        YALA
      • Zoet Bathlatier

        Zoet Bathlatier
  • Account
  • Currency

    • AUD $
    • CAD $
    • EUR €
    • GBP £
    • USD $
  • Home
  • / Journal
  • / Vegan Fashion Brands to Love

Vegan Fashion Brands to Love

Arianna Masse · July 18, 2021
Vegan Fashion Brands to Love

On our mission to save the Earth, it is easy to forget that animals are an important part of it. Sustainability encompasses the fair treatment of ALL living things, non-human animals included. This is why we are making efforts to be more conscious of our impact on animals, from the food we eat to the clothes we wear. 

 

So what is vegan fashion? Put simply, vegan fashion is clothing and accessories that do not use animal derived materials.

 

We often hear about the negative effects that fast fashion has on people and the planet. The extremely low prices that fast fashion brands offer come at the cost of underpaid employees and a polluted Earth. However, luxury fashion brands are not excluded from unethical practices. The use of traditional high-end materials like fur, wool, down, suede, leather, and other skins is extremely harmful to animal welfare. Millions of animals are raised in factory farms, where they suffer from poor treatment until they are slaughtered for the production of clothing and accessories. Recently, big name brands have been taking steps to eliminate animal cruelty in their operations, however many still have a long way to go. We as consumers have some responsibility here as well.

By choosing to support vegan fashion brands, we send the message that the exploitation of animals has no place in the fashion industry.

 

Here are some of our favorite vegan fashion brands! Click the photos to shop!

.
.
MATT & NAT
MATT & NAT, aka MAT(T)ERIAL and NATURE, makes timeless products using innovative materials that do not harm animals or the planet. The makers of MATT & NAT use biodegradable materials like polyurethane, and have even begun testing the use of fruit skin fibers. The brand also utilizes recycled materials in the creation of their products. They recently released a collection made almost entirely out of recycled windshield glass resin(polyvinyl butyral) and the lining in every MATT & NAT bag is made of recycled plastic bottles. These vegan alternatives to animal derived materials are sustainable and ethical without compromising quality or style. MATT & NAT pieces are thoughtfully constructed and made to last for many years. 
.
.
ASTARS
ASTARS has a great selection of vegan leather and vegan suede pieces. The brand is also committing to lowering their carbon footprint even more, starting with eliminating all plastic from their packaging(we love progress like this)! The West Coast inspired style comes through with neutral colors, simple designs, and interesting textures. ASTARS pieces are such amazing quality and feel oh so soft. We highly recommend stopping into the showroom to see(and feel) for yourself. 
.
.
.
Matisse
    
Matisse is a footwear brand committed to consciously crafting shoes for all occasions. The brand strives to make sustainable and ethical choices throughout the entirety of the production process. Recycled textiles are used whenever possible, reducing the use of unsustainable materials. Matisse utilizes technological advances to lessen their water waste and source more sustainable materials. All Matisse shoes carried at Ecodessa are 100% vegan!
.
.
.
Melie Bianco
Melie Bianco has the most adorable vegan leather purses. As an affordable luxury brand, Melie Bianco bags are meant to make a statement. All purses are made with Polyurethane, a naturally crafted material meant to look and feel like leather, but with out the harmful side effects. Melie Bianco refuses to use sweatshops and are invested in their suppliers, factory, and the well-being of their factory workers. With features in high profile magazines like Vogue UK, the brand has been revered for their innovative designs and ethical practices. Melie Bianco has even received the PETA UK Vegan Fashion Award for "Best Animal-Friendly Accessories".  
.
 
.
Honorable Mentions
San Succi
     
Noize
     
Known Supply
     

 

 

Want to learn more about vegan fashion and animal welfare? Check out these sources:

https://goodonyou.eco/animal-welfare-fashion/

https://www.farmsanctuary.org/issue/wool-leather-down/ 

Share
  • Share on Facebook
  • Share on Twitter
  • Pin it

0 comments

Leave a comment

Please note: comments must be approved before they are published.

Previous

Fashion Trends to Look for this Summer
June 21, 2021

Fashion Trends to Look for this Summer

Next

It's Our 1 Year Showroom Anniversary!
August 31, 2021

It's Our 1 Year Showroom Anniversary!

Shop by Collection

Handbags for All

Jewelry

Scarves

Glass & Pottery

Press

Syracuse Woman Magazine: December 2020
Caeresa Richardson · December 01, 2020

Syracuse Woman Magazine: De...

Read more
The Daily Orange: SU alumna to open sustainable fashion boutique
Caeresa Richardson · August 25, 2020

The Daily Orange: SU alumna...

Young-Bin Lee | Contributing Photographer After Syracuse University alumna Caeresa Richardson left her job as an engineer in December, she...

Read more

Stay on trend

  • About
  • Contact Us
  • Gift Cards
  • Shipping
  • Returns
  • Search
  • Journal
  • Gifts
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Press
Copyright © 2022 Ecodessa. Powered by Shopify

Sign up and save

Join our email list to stay on trend with style advice and insider promotions!