Mindful consumership is on the rise. Eco-conscious shoppers are taking a stand by turning towards brands which engage in more ethical, responsible and sustainable practices. Recycled garments aren’t the only key to sustainability – plant-based materials, like Tencel, crafted from eucalyptus tree are making waves in the athleisure industry. So, if you’re a sustainability advocate and on the lookout for stylish attire to sport for your next gym session, here are five Hong Kong-based sustainable brands to support:
1. Caelum Greene
Perfect for daily yoga sessions or the occasional weekend barre class – Caelum Greene has been a prominent voice of advocacy for ethical and sustainable practices. Offering a wide selection of cosy yoga and lounge wear, while aligning every stage of its business with modern-day mindful consumerism – from the fittings of the store to the their certified environmentally-friendly brand partners –the brand aims to cut down on carbon footprint and not on style or substance.
The label provides products that are sustainably sourced from biodegradable, organic and natural fabrics, as well as recycled materials. Introducing rayon and model fabrics made from the plant cellulose of softwood trees, recycled polyester from repurposed plastic bottles, sustainably-grown and harvested linen, wool and responsibly-sourced organic cotton.
2. Autopilot
Emphasising on fuss-free and season-less wardrobe, Autopilot mindfully fuses active wear with everyday attire, providing a slew of versatile performance and statement pieces. Ideal for a day-to-night look for dynamic boss ladies on-the-go, or for days you wish to scoot straight from the gym to office and then evening cocktails. With less-is-more philosophy, the line allows patrons to maximise their wardrobe while minimising its contents.
Recently launched, its collection uses vegan leather and Ceravida Fresh materials that are lightweight and smartly designed to repel odour and prevent bacterial build up, even during the most intense sweat sessions. Its ceramic and mineral complexes absorb and recycle body heat and energy to regulate temperature and push your workout to the maximum.
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3. Skin of Nature
Celebrating the beauty of nature is Skin of Nature, a brand that offers sustainable, versatile and, above all else, durable active wear that lasts all day. Surprisingly soft and breathable with a comfortable stretch, each garment is composed of 47% recycled polyester, 47% normal polyester and 6% elastane; it skips on dye — avoiding water wastage and the use of chemicals. Instead, they are knitted with coloured yarns. Cute!
Mindfully produced with advanced manufacturing technology, quick-drying fabrics from recycled materials, specifically certified recycled polyester, plastic bottles and other non-biodegradable polyethylene terephthalate (PET) materials, the brand’s patented Lucylux and Arte fabrics reduce waste and green house gas emissions.
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4. Rising Lotus
A brand that will make you feel good in every way is Rising Lotus. Providing a generous range of elegant patterns, colours and design that will excite any fashion forward fitness enthusiast, while giving them the peace of mind of a sustinable and eco-friendly activewear that contributes to positive impact of the fashion industry.
Contributing to the mindful practice of sustainable fashion, the label supports the diversity of women, of every colour, shape and style, while supporting eco-friendly practices and individual empowerment everyday. By producing atheleisure wear created from certified upcycled fabrics that re-purposes polyester from recycled plastic bottles, and presented in 100% biodegradable mailers and garment bags that can be naturally composed within 2 years in open environment.
5. Alibi
Innovation and fashion come together in creating this eco-friendly athleisure brand, Alibi. Offering a wide selection of sustainable active wear that fit comfortable on the skin and last longer on the shelves. With the support of SilvadurTM’s Dupont Technology that utilises silver ions in creating materials that prevent fabrics from developing micro-organisms – the results are anti-bacterial active wear that are gorgeously resilient and ecologically-sustainable.
Providing the ideal fashion fix and for any eco-conscious fitness fanatic, the brand’s collections offer a comfortable yet water-resistant, durable but lightweight and breathable stretchy workout attire.
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