Sustainably Sourced: The Australian Edit
eco and ethical Choices from the land down under
Today we’re virtually travelling to Australia and bringing back postcards of our favourite brands that are doing better for people and the planet. Australia is home to many conscious labels that rarely see the same spotlight as their American and European counterparts—often a matter of complicated shipping logistics and customs—so this edit is designed with our Australian friends in mind, who are looking to source items more locally and reduce their delivery carbon footprint. International shipping is also available for many of them (although at that rate we’d suggest waiting until you can visit Australia itself, and explore a beautiful country while you’re at it!). We’ll continue to update this post as we find more great Australian brands to introduce you to.
Day
Kowtow
Offering
Style
Price range
Size Range
Delivers to
Sustainable practices
Womenswear, Ceramics
Simple, timeless silhouettes
$$ - $$$
XXS (UK 6/US 0/EU 34) - XL (UK 16/US 12/EU 44)
Australia
SA8000-certified workplaces
Fair trade cotton
Slow production chain
Ethical treatment of animals
Non-toxic dyes
Night
Bamboo Lyocell Cami and Shortie in Pepper
Ettitude
Offering
Style
Price range
Size Range
delivers to
Sustainable practices
Women’s Sleepwear, Men’s Sleepwear, Bedding & Bath Accessories, Travel Accessories
Classic, luxurious, comfort
$$ - $$$
S (UK 6-8) - L (UK 14-16)
Australia, US, Canada and internationally*
Biodegradable bamboo lyocell fabric (a.k.a. “vegan silk”)
Reusable packaging
Upcycled water bottles used for eye masks
Textile recycling program
Kat The Label
Offering
Style
Price range
Size Range
delivers to
Sustainable practices
Lingerie, Sleepwear
Feminine, delicate, lace
$$
XS (UK 6/US 2/EU 34) - XL (UK 14/US 12/EU 44)
Australia and internationally*
Use of deadstock fabric
Committed to sourcing eco packaging (currently using reusable mesh bags)
Regular factory visits
Plus-size
Hope & Harvest
Offering
Style
Price range
Size Range
delivers to
Sustainable practices
Womenswear
Feminine, casual, colourful prints
$$ - $$$
XS (UK 10/US 8/EU 38) - XL (US 22/UK 24/EU 52)
Australia and internationally*
Local manufacture or SA8000-certified off-shore manufacturers
Vegan materials, cruelty free
Fair trade agreements
Organic cotton
Activewear
dk active
Offering
Style
Price range
Size Range
delivers to
Sustainable practices
Activewear, including plus-size and maternity options
Basics and clean lines
$$
XXS (UK 4/US 0/EU 32) - 6XL (UK 24/US 20/EU 52)
Australia, New Zealand and internationally
Use of fabric offcuts
Solar-powered HQ
Manufactured in Australia
Sustainable fabrics including ECONYL®, organic cotton, bamboo and modal
Carbon-neutral shipping
Biodegradable packaging
Shoes
Nelson Made
Offering
Style
Price range
Size Range
delivers to
Sustainable practices
Women’s Footwear
Luxury sandals in minimal silhouettes
$$$
EU 35 - 42
Australia and internationally*
Small batch production
80% production in Melbourne, looking to be 100% Melbourne-based by 2021
Compostable packaging
Carbon-neutral shipping for Australian orders
Carbon offset applied for express and international orders
Solar-powered studio in Melbourne
Home
Planet Furniture
Offering
Style
Price range
delivers to
Sustainable practices
Furniture, Homeware, Ceramics, Art
Natural, contemporary, functional, built to last
$$ - $$$$
Australia and some items internationally*
Natural materials, including sustainably grown Australian hardwoods
Pieces created by local artisans, including Aboriginal artists
Full retail margin from art purchases donated to local charities
*increased delivery fees apply, and local taxes/duties may be applied
More sustainable ideas…
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