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11 Eco-Friendly Spring Fashion Essentials to Add to Your Wardrobe
Spring connotes fresh starts and new beginnings, which is why we itch to ditch our dusty winter gear and shop for a whole new wardrobe when the weather warms up. While chasing the latest trends can be fun, shopping for pieces that’ll end up in the back of the closet in a couple of months feels wasteful. These carefully chosen, eco-friendly spring fashion pieces will inject some newness to make your closet feel up to date, while being classic and high-quality enough to last for years. Plus, they’re all made in thoughtful, eco-conscious ways. It’s the best of all worlds.
The statement T-shirt
Give your white T-shirt a break during the week and switch up your uniform with a statement print like this graphic poppy tee made of recycled cotton and viscose. It’s part of Simons’s newest capsule collection, Circulose, which features pieces made from recycled material, giving old clothing a new life.
The silver sandals
A metallic sandal is the perfect statement to offset your spring uniform, especially if you gravitate toward a neutral colour palette. Here, Montreal-based footwear brand Maguire decided to repurpose the deadstock leather from the factories it shares with other brands to construct its Extra collection. The latest grouping includes beloved styles such as these sought-after chunky sandals featuring scalloped-edge straps.
The linen pants
Linen goes hand in hand with the warmer season, and if your legs aren’t ready for the shorts, dresses and mini skirts, a pair of breezy linen (blend) pants is the way to go. Crafted with a mix of Tencel fibres and linen, these Frank & Oak pinstripe pants are ready for anything, twirling spaghetti al fresco in Southern Italy to sipping an Aperol Spritz on your fave patio spot in the city.
The cat-eye sunglasses
Sunglasses are year-round essentials, but they take centre stage in the warmer seasons. Top off your spring outfits with a pair of modern yet timeless cat-eye sunglasses from Canadian brand Jenny Bird. The D-frame style is hand-crafted out of biodegradable acetate, which means they are light. Read: easy to wear all day, all season long.
The knit top
When the day calls for a low-lift, casual look, throw on a collared knit top like this one from Kotn over a pair of your go-to bottoms (think: blue jeans, neutral wide leg trousers, denim skirt). Made from 100 per cent cotton, 70 per cent of it organic, this relaxed polo-style cardigan features a wavy intarsia pattern and looks just as good buttoned up or layered over a tank top. Get the eco-friendly matching shorts to make a set for a one-and-done summer outfit.
The slouchy denim
The straight-leg jean goes more relaxed but equally polished this spring. These slouchy Reformation jeans are made of organically grown cotton and plant-derived Tencel fibres, and are so comfortable, they’ll feel like dream whether you’re running errands or sitting and typing away at your desk. Plus, the high-rise silhouette and studded design will effortlessly take you from work to happy hour.
The chunky-chain shoulder bag
A black shoulder bag is a wardrobe classic, but the half-moon silhouette and chunky aluminum chain give an edgier take on the expected rectangle shape, and it can be worn crossbody, too. It’s made of mycelium, the root-like structure of fungi (read: mushroom leather), which makes it a soft and supple vegan alternative to leather or vinyl.
The hoop earrings
Hoop earrings can make even the most casual outfits look glamorous, especially when pavé diamonds are involved. In this pair, you’ll find diamonds set on the outside and inside of the hoop for extra glitz and sparkle. They’re made of lab-grown diamonds and recycled 14k gold by Proud Diamond, a Montreal-founded jewellery brand specializing in conscientious sourcing.
The white dress
Whether you’re headed to the office, a weekend brunch or just the corner coffee shop, a linen shirtdress is one of those items you’ll reach for time after time. Made in a textile factory that joined the Greenpeace Detox Project, which is committed to eliminating substances that are harmful for the environment and human health, this one features traditional dress-shirt finishing and gives an effortless, breezy look for the warmer months.
The layering hero
With the temperamental Canadian spring weather, versatile lightweight outerwear is a must, like this clever piece from tech-led Montreal fashion brand &Or Collective. This gender-neutral, boxy bomber jacket is constructed from ethically sourced merino wool and features zip-off sleeves, so it can be worn as a jacket or a vest–a layering dream.
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