Sustainable Fashion Has Never Looked So Stylish—Here’s Proof
Sustainable Fashion Has Never Looked So Stylish—Here’s Proof
Welcome to The Must-Haves, where Men's Health Fashion Director Ted Stafford lays down his wisdom and stamp of approval on the coolest items worthy of your attention and hard-earned dollars. From advice on how to dress for different occasions, to what you need to pack for your upcoming adventures, his style picks are guaranteed to be the best of the best.
Monday is Earth Day and Stafford knows there is no better time to make smart shopping choices that will reduce your carbon footprint, without having to sacrifice style. Now more than ever before, the best fashion and gear brands have made major commitments to sustainability with recycled, eco-friendly fabrics that not only look great, but feel great, too. To look good while doing good for the planet, here’s his top picks for any guy to build out a stylish, environmentally-friendly wardrobe this season.
United by Blue Chambray Shirt
unitedbyblue.com
$78.00
“Every guy should have a chambray shirt in their closet,” says Stafford. “This one has a great fit, an attractive look, and best of all, it’s made from hemp. Hemp is one of the most environmentally-friendly fabrics that’s incredibly durable and soft. Plus, for every purchase from United by Blue, the brand cleans up one pound of waste from oceans around the world.”
J.Crew 7” Tech Shorts
J.Crew
jcrew.com
$52.00
“The must-have short of the season is made of 65% of recycled material,” he says. “It has stretch, UPF+50 protection, it’s water-resistant, and has the right length to be your go-to shorts this summer.”
Madewell Eco Edition Slim Jeans
Madewell
madewell.com
$128.00
“A good faded jean is one of the denim essentials every guy should have this summer and Madewell makes a great option for stellar eco-friendly style,” says Stafford.
UnTUCKit 8-Inch Recycled Board Short
untuckit.com
$68.00
“UnTUCKit’s collaborated with Fair Harbor to make the perfect board short of the season and it’s made from 11 plastic bottles,” he says. “These shorts are colorful, bold, graphic, and a great way to feel good on the beach.”
Bleusalt Classic Sweatpant
bleusalt.com
$120.00
“Bleusalt is a really cool brand based in Malibu that uses sustainable beechwood fabric to make clothes that feel like they’re made of cashmere,” says Stafford. “The brand is all about comfort and relaxed style that feels extremely luxe.”
Patagonia Men's Micro D Snap-T Fleece Pullover
patagonia.com
$89.00
“Patagonia was one of first big brands to really pioneer sustainable clothing,” he says. “Their fleeces are perfect for cool guys to wear year-round, even in the summer when it gets chilly on the beach.”
The North Face Berkeley DuffLE Bag
The North Face
thenorthface.com
$79.00
“This lightweight duffle bag is perfect for the eco-conscious traveller to haul their gear with tons of pockets and compartments to stay organized.”
Timberland Men’s Brooklyn Canvas Sneakers
Timberland
timberland.com
$100.00
“Timberland’s new Creative Director Christopher Raeburn continues to encourage the brand to be environmentally conscious with next-level stylish offerings that guys won’t be able to resist,” says Stafford.
SilkCut Classic Boxer Brief
taniusa.com
$45.00
"This moisture-wicking boxer brief is made of breathable biodegradable materials that’ll keep you cool this summer, with the perfect length and fit that won't bunch up.”
Alternative Apparel Eco-Jersey Crew T-Shirt
alternativeapparel.com
$38.00
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“If you’re looking for a great everyday T-shirt, Alternative apparel is the answer,” says Stafford. “The eco-jersey fabric is comfortable and good for the environment.”
Nike Court AdvantageMen's Tennis Polo
Nike
nike.com
$54.97
“This Nike polo shirt is really awesome.” he says. “Not just for the stylish look, but also because it’s made of Nike recycled product. You can drop off your old Nike gear at store locations and the brand will turn them into NIKE GRIND materials that are used in 71% of their new products.”
Men's Health Fashion Director Ted Stafford shares his top picks for eco-friendly style.