Six Sustainable Brands for Summer Dresses

I wear dresses in the summer season more than any other time of the year.  Below are five of my favorite sustainable brands that I would recommend for your perfect summer dress.


1. Aeloo



Best For | Uniquely Handmade Dresses

Ethics | 100% sustainable fabrics, made to order, designed, and made in the USA

Size Range | 0-12

Starting At | $195 - $585

Aeloo's garments are timeless, high-quality, and inventive.  I personally own the Emipre Waist dress and I feel so special in this dress.  I can attest to the perfect fit and quality craftsmanship.  Every garment at Aeloo is a work of art.  One of the features I love about the Empire Waist dress is that the full skirt is lined with another layer of cotton, not polyester. All of Aeloo's garments are made with 100% sustainable fabrics and are ethically and locally made in New York, USA.



2. Gracemade



Best For | Modest dresses

Ethics | Made with sustainable materials, recycled packaging, handmade in small batches in the USA

Size Range | XS-XXL

Starting At | $60 - $180

Gracemade is an apparel brand founded by a woman as a means for women to express their personal style while honoring their values.  Gracemade infuses effortless, demure style with bold, creative confidence in hopes to empower women to celebrate their self-worth and embrace their beauty within.  Each Gracemade piece is designed and manufactured in Los Angeles using ethical standards and with every purchase made Gracemade donates a portion to charity.  I personally own two dresses from Gracemade - ThirtyOne Dress and Rachel Organic Cotton Dress.  

Use my code NICOLCUNNINGHAM for 15% off your purchase.



3. LA Relaxed



Best For | Simple, casual dresses

Ethics | Natural fibers, local sourcing, people first, limited runs

Size Range | XS-XL

Starting At | $98 - $148

LA Relaxed's dress collection includes simple silhouetts and neutral colors with the every now and then pop of color.  The dresses are made with a variety of fabrics such as, cupro, organic cotton, and tencel.  All of LA Relaxed's garments are made locally in LA using LA-based fabric mills, no outsourced fabric or production.  

Use code LIFEOFGRAY20 for 20% off your order



4. Son de Flor



Best For | Midi length dresses

Ethics | Partners with One Tree Planted, women-owned, ethical production, 100% linen

Size Range | 3XS - 4XL

Starting At | $177 - $301

Son de Flor is a brand founded by women with a focus on timeless, slow, sustainable fashion. Their dresses are made to be worn in a variety of settings focusing on elegant simplicity.  Son de Flor wants you to feel like you can express your personal style with their dresses becoming a reflection of your individuality.  Every dress is made of linen, a timless fabric that is safe, healthy, and reducecs our carbon footprint.  Son de Flor dresses are perfect for any season making them a practical and sustainble choice.


5. Blue Urbane



Best For | Sustainable, boutique dresses

Ethics | Supporting female designers, handmade artisans, woman owned, solar energy supporter

Size Range | XS - L

Starting At | $25 - $158

Blue Urbane is committed to being a trusted and sustainable online boutique where eco-minded people can shop clothing, jewelry, and more.  All items are personally handpicked by the founder, Emily.  Blue Urbane chooses designers and artisans by doing extensive research to ensure they agree with their core values.  I personally own the Woodstock dress and couldn't stop wearing it over the winter because it had so many styling options.

15% Off Blue Urbane, Use Code, NICOL15



6. Pana Mina



Best For | Timeless, versatile dresses

Ethics | 100% eco-friendly materials, ethical manufacturing, enforced living wage, size inclusive

Size Range | XXS - 4X or free custom sizing

Starting At | $130 - $175

Pana Mina is named after one of Jaipur's hidden gems, an ancient step well near the Old City.  It is founded by a beautiful couple Ellie and Jay.  Pana Mina is committed to sustainable, ethical, and inclusvie practices.  All dresses are made with low-impact, plant-based materials with deadstock fabrics.  Each dress is designed to withstand trends and seasons.  At Pana Mina you won't be charged extra for custom sizing, if your measurements do not fall within their size chart they will make a custom sized piece for you for free.  I personally own the Cotton Flax dress and the Iralia dress they both are beautiful dresses and comfortable to wear.  I wore my Iralia dress a lot last winter!
 
Use code, NICOL10, for 10% off your purchase on Pana Mina


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