DIVE INTO SUSTAINABILITY BY SOPHIA TOOMB
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he weather is heating up, and whether or not we’re still stuck at home, summer is just around the corner. Swimwear will soon become our new closet staple—so let’s make it sustainable! Below are some of our favorite brands that don’t sacrifice ethics or eco-friendly practices for the sake of a summer swim.
REFORMATION
Location: Los Angeles Price: Separates starting at $58; one-pieces starting at $98 www.thereformation.com Reformation is a Los Angeles-based brand that focuses on limiting their carbon footprint. Their claim? If being naked is the #1 sustainable option, they are #2. Just in time for summer, they have a new line of Ref Swim. They use ECONYL®, a regenerated nylon that is made up of old waste, such as fishing nets. They understand that nylon is still a synthetic fiber, which is why they also sell “GuppyFriend” machine-washable bags to help reduce the shed of microplastics. They don’t sacrifice the environment for the sake of fashion, they embrace the two.
GALAMAAR
Location: Los Angeles Price: Separates starting at $123; one-pieces starting at $248 www.galamaar.com Galamaar stands against fast fashion and designs swimwear for the conscious consumer. They use a “techno-fabric” made out of nylon from old fishing nets. They also don’t shy away from the details; they use recycled tags and eco-friendly packaging to help reduce their environmental impact.
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greenliving | May 2020
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