Five summer brands that care about the planet
It’s Fashion Revolution and Earth Week. Nowadays it’s so important to ask ourselves where the pieces we purchased come from and if they were made in fair conditions and in a sustainable way. Today, quality must be a priority for all of us, but that doesn’t mean we need to sacrifice our style, so we wanted to share with you some of the brands we love because of their unique design and ethical and sustainable values… Perfect to elevate your summer style!
Red Polka Dot Summer Dress, Cat Turner London
Cat Turner London
If you’re looking for summer dresses for ladies, Cat Turner London is an absolute must-have brand. Whether it’s cotton dresses, strapless dresses, or kaftans, all their pieces are incredibly versatile and can be worn for multiple occasions, at home or on holiday.
Beautifully made in London, the brand is passionate about natural fabrics, ethical women’s clothing, and creating special pieces for your capsule wardrobe that you’ll love to wear time and time again.
This minimalist style will make you feel effortlessly chic, whatever the occasion…as well as a playful touch when you step out in the head-turning polka dot summer dresses. The perfect addition to your summer outfits 2021!
SEEKD
Seekd is a curated online boutique of ethical, chic, and eco-friendly jewellery, accessories, and lifestyle brands.
Founded by Fay Cannings in 2018, Seekd was born from the desire to bring together a like-minded community of talented designers and planet-conscious customers. The collections are handpicked and showcase some of the most exciting and eclectic designs and independent brands in the UK.
Seekd encourages you to seek out something unique and sustainable that you’ll cherish, lovingly handmade, and positive for the planet. From every day interesting classic pieces to more statement finds, you’ll enjoy a diverse selection and founder stories behind them.
Discover another of the Seekd brands, Olivia Taylor, also showcased in this blog, and keep your eyes peeled for more Seekd pop-up shops coming soon.
Tatum Diamond London
Tatum Diamond London is a sustainable, luxury handbag & accessories brand with the ocean at its core.
In the hunt for finding new ways to do more to reduce plastic waste, Tatum Diamond, the founder, is currently working on new bags to add to her range, which champions sustainable slow fashion. These will be made by combining pre-loved sailcloth and natural leather. The aim is to do more with what already exists so that we can all waste less.
Creating timeless, versatile accessories using durable materials means that your Tatum Diamond London bags will last for years to come!
Recycled Sari Necklaces
Jewelled Buddha
Jewelled Buddha is the home of artisan-made, ethical fashion and lifestyle. Harjit Sohotey-Khan, the founder, discovered her love of artisan clothing, whilst backpacking for a year around Asia. She returned with a deep appreciation of Indian textiles, to create a sustainable fashion brand that works with NGOs and social brands.
Offering stylish, ethical clothing that re-imagines the crafts of the past into modern wardrobe staples, expect to find colourful, slow fashion collections that are often one-of-a-kind or limited edition. From luxury silk scarves and upcycled silk kimonos to wardrobe must-haves like their handwoven wool capes.
Their hand loomed range of throws and cushion covers is perfect for adding a style accent to any home. By empowering people to consume ethically made fashion that aligns with their personal values, this ethical brand ensures sustainable livelihoods for their artisan makers.
Olivia Taylor
Olivia Taylor is a sustainable jewellery brand based in Scotland. Designer and maker - Olivia - aims to create a brand of stylish, contemporary jewellery that lasts forever.
Her latest collection, the Ondulée, is inspired by Japanese architecture and design philosophy. It consists of delicate necklaces, statement bracelets, elegant earrings, and eye-catching rings, all with the signature Ondulée design. This elegant yet structural design is unique and catches the light beautifully in every piece. The minimalist Ondulée design allows each piece to be versatile for any occasion in addition to some pieces having multiple ways to style, allowing for an easy day-to-night look to be achieved. Each piece is handmade by Olivia herself using ethically sourced precious metals.
Find the bestsellers on Seekd.co.uk or browse the full collection on her website.