There are a few things every parent wants for their kids: safety, security, and the ability to grow up in a better world. Providing them with comfortable, safe, and sustainable kid’s clothing is one small (yet important) step in that direction.
So, with all that said, we’ve curated a list of brands that get straight As in the world of eco-friendly kid’s clothes. They not only use responsible materials but also ethical labor and have transparent supply chains.
Going forward, we’ll be using our Brand Rating System to take our consideration set further as we look at brands’ sustainability credentials. For rated brands, we will include 22 criteria, including things like chemical use and management to climate impact. To learn more about this new system, read the full guide here and look out for rated brands on the list below.
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Our Top Picks: Ethical Kids Clothing Brands
US brand Firebird Kids creates sustainable, gender-neutral designs with a European flair while reducing shipping emissions with entirely USA-based manufacturing.
Mightly’s kids’ clothing is made in Fair Trade certified factories using GOTS certified organic cotton in sizes 2T – 14.
Bounce Mkt believes secondhand kids’ clothing is sustainable clothing because it keeps valuable (and often briefly used) materials from landfills. They offer a huge range, from frilly dresses to durable wear worthy of climbing trees.
Index: Sustainable Children's Clothing Brands
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Makemake Organics
Price Range: $22–$45
Makemake Organics is a parent-founded sustainable brand that caters to the needs of conscious parents who want high-quality products that are kinder to the skin and the planet.
Their undeniably cute range of organic cotton toddler clothes includes top and bottom sets that are versatile enough to be worn during the day and for snuggling up at bedtime.
For the young princess in your life, their Ruffle Dresses provide something picture-perfect she can twirl and dance around in. And they offer cute gender neutral sets for bigger kids too.
Makemake Organics’ Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
Most products are made with 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton however a few are made with the addition of 5% elastane.
Makemake’s organic fabrics are chemical-free, unbleached, and printed with non-toxic, water-based inks. The entire range of children’s organic clothing has been tested and found to be compliant with children’s product safety rules according to the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act.
Supply chain & labor practices:
The design part of the process takes place in Florida, while manufacturing takes place in GOTS and fair trade certified factories in India.
They’re vertically integrated, meaning Makemake directly controls all stages in the production cycle. Nothing is outsourced.
Carbon commitments & green practices:
Whatever you choose to buy from Makemake Organics, it’ll be delivered to you in reusable bag packaging.
Kids Sizing:
Sizes range from 0 to 24 months for babies and 2 to 5T for toddlers.
Firebird Kids
About Firebird
Price Range: $48–$108
Get ready for a magical adventure with Firebird Kids. Named after the mythical creature found in many Slavic fairy tales, the brand blends its European roots with American casual cool to create high-quality and durable kids’ clothing.
We had the opportunity to sport Firebird’s clothing, and from opening the package to trying it on our daughter, the brand did not disappoint. The 100% organic cotton Marled Pink Chunky Sweater, marled in Italy then made in NYC, features a combination of bright blue and ivory yarn which gives the sweater a soft color and even softer texture perfect for cool fall days.
If that was too warm, our daughter can pull on the Cotton Cashmere Hoodie. This hoodie is soft and stretches just enough to make it comfortable without over doing it. It’s made of 85% Egyptian Giza cotton and 15% cashmere.
Firebird’s Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
Firebird’s clothing is made from GOTS-certified 100% organic cotton grown from non-GMO seeds. They source their cotton from Peru, since the country has banned GMO cotton seeds (thus eliminating the cross-contamination risk between crops).
Supply chain & labor practices
Firebird manufactures its kids’ ethical clothing in small batches in women-owned factories based in LA and NYC.
Carbon commitments & green practices:
USA manufacturing means fewer carbon emissions, a resale platform means less textile waste when kids won’t stop growing, and 100% recycled and biodegradable boxes or compostable mailers mean less plastic packaging waste.
Kids Sizing:
Kids sizes run from 2T to 12-13.
Mightly
About Mightly
Price Range: $16–$60
Mightly is three mothers’ initiative to bring planet-friendly clothing to playgrounds everywhere. Their extensive collection includes tops, organic cotton t-shirts, hoodies, leggings, sweatpants, dresses, skirts, shorts, underwear, socks, and more.
Featuring original artwork from up-and-coming artists, Mightly makes 100% organic, fair trade kids’ clothes that hold up to the wear and tear of playtime while still looking super cute.
Want to recreate some cringe-worthy family photos from the ‘80s? Check out Mightly’s matching family pajamas for coordinated, stylish fun for the whole family.
Mightly’s Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
Mightly uses GOTS organic cotton for all of their kids’ clothing range. Theirs is sourced through Chetna Organic Farmers Association, a farmer-owned non-profit that partners with small, local farmers in India for sustainable and profitable farming.
Supply chain & labor practices:
Both the organic cotton fabric and the garments are produced in India. Manufacturing partners are Fair Trade certified and Mightly pays a Fair Trade Premium directly back to workers to be used for various community projects.
Carbon commitments & green practices:
They use 100% recycled paper packaging and offer customers the option to choose zero waste shipping through their partnership with RePak. Mightly is also working on turning the cotton waste from production into paper they can use for packaging and shipping. Stay tuned for more updates.
Kids Sizing:
Kids’ sizes go from 2T up to XXL (14).
Community & charitable giving:
Mightly has partnered with Rebel Girls, a female-empowerment edutainment company, to create a collaborative line of girl-power-inspired clothing and accessories.
Patagonia
About Patagonia
Price Range: $29–$219
Who says outdoor and adventure-worthy clothes are for adults only?
Patagonia is a go-to brand for sustainable outdoor clothing for the whole family—babies and toddlers included. Their ethical kids’ clothes are just as durable and outdoorsy as those for grownups. The range includes t-shirts, jackets, shorts, pants, swimwear, hats, and accessories for mini adventurers of all ages.
For an easily packable extra layer, the Kids’ Micro D® Snap-T® Fleece Jacket is made from 100% rPET and sewn in a Fair Trade Certified™ facility. It features a full-length zip, an elasticated hood, a chest pocket, and two side pockets for keeping little hands warm.
Patagonia’s Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
Patagonia uses a range of sustainable fabrics for its kidswear range, including hemp, organic or Regenerative Organic Certified™ cotton, RDS-certified down, and recycled materials (cotton, polyester, nylon, spandex, down, wool, cashmere, and TPU).
Supply chain & labor practices:
86% of Patagonia’s products are fair trade, supporting over 75,000 workers worldwide.
The brand is a founding member of the Fair Labor Association (FLA). Their comprehensive Supplier Code of Conduct applies to all levels of their supply chain and each garment can be traced to its factory of origin using the Footprint Chronicles on each product page.
Carbon commitments & green practices:
Patagonia helped to pilot the first certification system for regenerative organic cotton. They are working to eliminate virgin synthetics and switch to 100% sustainable packaging by 2025 along with a number of other climate goals, like reaching net zero emissions across the entire company by 2040.
Kids are tough on clothes, but Patagonia’s Ironclad guarantee means they’ll repair any Patagonia garment for life (for free!). When your little adventurers outgrow their clothes, trade them in for store credit via the brand’s Worn Wear resale program.
Kids Sizing:
Toddler sizes run from 3-6m to 5T and their big kids’ sizes are from XS-XXL.
Community & charitable giving:
This co-founding member of 1% for the Planet (along with Craig Matthews of Blue Ribbon Flies) supports the environment in just about every way possible. They allocate 100% of company profits into either improving their own sustainability or directly funding climate positive action.
When your little eco-warrior is old enough, they can check out Patagonia Action Works to find out how to get involved with local environmental projects.
Toby Tiger
About Toby Tiger
Price Range: £8—£40
Toby Tiger has us roaring. Featuring bright colors, bold prints, and adorable appliques, this UK brand provides high-quality, unisex clothes that are fun to wear again and again. With a huge selection of designs, you’re sure to find something your little one (and you) will love.
One of our favorites is the Organic Mouse and Mushroom Applique long sleeve shirt. Lift the flap to find a little mouse hiding inside the mushroom!
Toby Tiger’s Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
All of Toby Tiger’s organic cotton clothing is Soil Association or GOTS-certified and dyed with eco-friendly AZO-free dyes.
Supply chain & labor practices:
Toby Tiger garments are manufactured in a family-run factory in India. Workers receive fair wages and have access to social benefits.
Carbon commitments & green practices:
They’ve partnered with SuperLooper, a baby clothing rental service. Send your outgrown Toby Tiger clothes to SuperLooper (for free) and you’ll receive a voucher towards your next purchase.
Kids Sizing:
Babies sizes go from newborn up to 12-18 m, and kid sizes from 1-2 y up to 7-8 y.
Bounce Mkt
About Bounce Mkt
Price Range: $3–$90
It’s a well known fact among parents that keeping kids clothed can be an expensive venture considering how fast they grow. That’s why the most affordable and sustainable clothes for kids are those that have already lived a life before reaching your child (i.e. used kids clothing).
So bounce with joy for Bounce Mkt and their high-quality dedicated online kids consignment store filled with second-hand kids clothes and shoes. Conveniently shop by age (infant to 10 years) or by occasion, like classics, playful, sporty, and dressy.
Bounce Mkt believes “secondhand doesn’t have to be second best”, which is why all clothing (except those new-with-tags) is professionally laundered and consists of quality, durable brands only. In other words, everything available is in top-notch condition, so no surprise stains or rips when you open your package.
Anyone can buy online, but you can only sell in-person via their store in Hoboken, NJ, where they also offer free local donation pickups and delivery.
Bounce Mkt’s Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
There are a variety of fabrics used given they stock numerous brands. But all fabrics have been maintained to a high standard and are regularly checked in accordance to U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls.
Supply chain & labor practices:
All clothing is sorted, evaluated, and shipped from their New Jersey store. No appointment is necessary to drop off items, and they pay outright for your accepted items (no waiting until they sell).
Carbon commitments & green practices:
Any items Bounce doesn’t buy can either be returned to you, or donated to a partner local non-profit or Helpsy—a Certified B Corp textile reuse and recycling organization—making it easy to ensure all clothing (even unsellable items) finds a responsible end-of-life.
They also use recycled and recyclable shipping materials and take every opportunity to reuse materials.
Maus
Price Range: $15–$45
Mäus make some of the best kids’ organic cotton clothes made of luxuriously soft Modal.
This brand prioritizes nature without sacrificing the durability and functionality that active kids need. Mix and match a great range of durable easy-to-clean tees, onesies, pants, and leggings.
Mäus’ Ethical & Sustainability Practices
Materials:
Mäus uses renewable and biodegradable materials such as super-soft modal fabric made from the wood pulp of sustainably managed beech trees. No pesticides are used and there is minimal water waste.
Their modal is usually blended with an equal percentage of organic cotton. The earthy colors are achieved using non-toxic, GOTS-certified water-based sustainable dyes.
Supply chain & labor practices:
If you’re looking for organic kids’ clothes made in the US, Mäus is the answer.
The entire range is designed and manufactured in Los Angeles.
Carbon commitments & green practices:
A zero waste approach takes any scraps from production and turns them into new Mäus Essentials, such as their colorful scrunchies.
Kids Sizing:
Mäus products are made with extra growing room. Sizes range from 3 to 6 months up to 6T.
Community & charitable giving:
Mäus believes in “The Giving Ratio.” Lightly used and like new returns are donated to charity for redistribution. As the company grows, they are committed to growing its giving ratio.
This organic kids’ clothing brand also donates 1% of profits from product sales to non-profit causes relating to early childhood safety, development, and education.
