Five Ethical Lingerie Brands To Spoil Yourself With This Valentine’s Day

They call them “intimates” for a reason. Lingerie gets up close and personal with your skin, which is troubling if you consider all the toxins that are found in conventional items. Polyurethane foam in bras can release volatile organic compounds (VOCs), irritating the skin. There are also dyes commonly used in lingerie which are filled with toxins and carcinogens. Now that Valentine’s Day is coming up, you might want to spoil yourself with some beautiful lingerie, but make sure you choose these sustainable and stylish brands. Here are five worth checking out.

Lé Buns

This eco-conscious Australian company creates lingerie and swimwear, with everything being made from regenerated nylon and low-impact natural organic fabrications. Lé Buns makes use of Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton, which prevents toxins that are commonly found in the cotton industry. The lingerie can be your daily comfortable pair or your subtle, stylish piece. Either way, you’ll love wearing them.

Naja

Not only ethical and sustainable, Naja ensures that employees are given fair wages. Single mothers in Colombia are employed to hand-sew their gorgeous lingerie pieces. The company also implements the use of fabrics that are made from recycled plastic bottles. Their “fall lace” collection is a must to check out, with its soft grey and pink shades in feminine lace, while their “Madagascar” collection offers whimsical prints and tropical colors.

Harlow & Fox

Since 2011, Harlow & Fox has designed lingerie for women between the sizes of 30 and 38 DD – G. Their range includes sexy items in elegant styles that will make you forget they’re eco-friendly because they’re in such gorgeous jewel tones. The range is created in the UK, and makes use of sustainable materials such as silk that are sourced in Europe. With such luxury, you’ll be forgiven for thinking the lingerie is a work of art.

Anekdot

Sometimes sustainable clothing isn’t just about making use of green materials, but also preventing waste. That’s where German brand Anekdot comes in. It makes use of upcycling to give you gorgeous lingerie pieces. What that means is that they turn fashion production leftovers, such as off-cuts and vintage trimmings, into lingerie. It’s a great way to prevent waste from clogging up the landfills.

Clare Bare

Intriguingly, this Los Angeles company makes sustainable lingerie from bamboo and vintage fabrics. The pieces are handmade with eco-friendly fabrics. You can find a range of items to suit your tastes, from boy shorts and vintage high-waisted pieces, to garter belts and lacy, frilly bras. Shop depending your mood. Either way, you won’t be disappointed.

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