8 Sustainable Fall Looks For Jaw-Dropping Flavor

There seems to be a universal agreement that fall is the most stylish of seasons.

When the heat of the summer starts to subside, and the sandals are making their way back to the closet, it’s long sleeves time.

Scarves, booties, and the smell of pumpkin spice are taking over.

But fall fashion is even better when it includes sustainable fall clothes and accessories.

What can be better than looking at the foliage while you walk down the street?

Well, knowing your wardrobe is a part of an environmental movement in fashion.

We’ve come up with eight different fall look ideas from sustainable clothing brands.

1. Cozy Fall 

Fall means slowing down a bit and getting rest up for the upcoming winter.

Days are getting a little shorter, and soon enough, it’s movie and popcorn time.

Getting home from work and getting comfortable doesn’t have to mean you can’t look good and be environmentally conscious at the same time.

The Ribbed Lounge Pant from Kotn combines those two ideas.

They come in four earthy colors but, camel color is particularly fall-evoking. 

You can combine them with simple white t-shirts, which you can also purchase from Kotn.

Nothing beats a simple white T-shirt for any season.

And to complete this ultra-cozy fall look, all you need is a Kotn’s Ribbed Robe, also in camel color.

That’s a timeless, comfortable, lounge fall outfit that you might never want to take off.

If you’re worried about how sustainable this look is, that’s understandable.

The cozy pant and robe are made from 100% Egyptian cotton.

They are ethically made in Egypt using direct-trade practices.

The company is B Corp certified and ensures safe and fair labor standards for their employees.

It also practices radical transparency, which is always a good decision for a clothing company.

Kotn’s catalog is also size-inclusive, offering sizes from XS to XXL.

And the company donates to different charity organizations.

2. Rainy Day 

Another reason to stay indoors during the fall is frequent rain.

However, if you're not the kind of person who is easily deterred by bad weather, good for you.

You can enjoy the outdoors when the rain is falling and looking good while doing so.

Being outside has many benefits.

And being kind to nature is wearing the Kindness floral raincoat from Insane in the Rain.

It's a gorgeous and sustainably made fall coat with pockets and a hoodie.

Insane in the Rain refers to the Kindness and other coats as “happy jackets,” and that is the style the company is going for.

They are made from recycled plastic bottles and single-use plastic items.

More than 20 plastic bottles go into a single jacket.

Also, all the bottles come from the oceans. So, ditch the umbrella and go for a walk in this raincoat.

But don’t forget about your feet.

To complete this rainy-day look, we suggest Minimalist Coral Ankle Rain Boots from Alice + Whittles.

They are waterproof and made from traded natural rubber.

The combination is a distinct contrast to a gloomy fall day.

If you tend to get down when it’s cloudy, the colorful and upbeat design of these sustainably made items will cheer you up.

3. Office Ready

For women who struggle with figuring out what to wear for work, shopping can be an overwhelming activity, especially if your goal is to support the sustainable fashion industry.

Taking care of the planet is just as important as taking care of your business.

J. Jackman’s Jacqueline dress is a statement fall dress.

It's cut just below the knee and has a broad waistband and an elegant neck boat.

It also has unique sleeves and luxurious texture.

It is the kind of dress that demands attention.

And to make things even more special, it's made by a company that uses organic fabrics and only locally made materials.

The company makes its clothes in small batches and handles every step of the production process with the utmost care and dedication.

Its goal is to provide quality, sustainable garments and dresses, especially for women who care about the environment.

This is a perfect fall dress that you can pair with beige or black pumps and an ethically sourced handbag.

An impeccable red dress, such as this one, is versatile and never goes out of style.

4. Jeans and Booties

For most women, nothing beats a good pair of jeans and stylish, high-quality booties.

It is the quintessential fall look.

It’s office appropriate and pretty much any other occasion or setting.

The interchangeability of this style means that you’ll always look stylish without trying too hard.

Add sustainability and ethical production to the mix, and you get to feel amazing wearing this look.

DL1961’s Florence Ankle Mid Rise Skinny Jeans are a good start to building this fall look.

They come in a wide range of colors, but grey offers a good canvas for many different styles.

These jeans are made from eco-friendly fabrics that incorporate TENCEL and ProModal, materials which promote durability and sustainability.

Now, pair these jeans with Chelsea booties from Fortress of Inca.

You’ll get a classic look that you can complement with any accessory you like.

The company that makes these booties is passionate about providing safe working conditions and fair wages for their workers in Peru.

The company uses only locally sourced materials, including byproduct, discarded leather.

5. Warm Fall

Climate change is real, though it's hard to understand it fully.

But even intuitively, people feel that things are changing weather-wise, and not for the better.

The result is that you never know what the next season might bring.

For example, fall can be unexpectedly warm.

A sudden temperature rise in late October or early November can confuse even the most fashion-savvy ladies.

Luckily, however, there are many options out there if you want to wear sustainable fall clothes.

For a warm fall, you can try out the Holt – Slate Blue dress from Kestan.

It's a cross between a super long shirt and a dress, and it cuts just above the knees.

The blue color is reminiscent of the ocean you might have enjoyed during the summer.

It also has pockets – a dress with pockets is the pinnacle of fashion ingenuity.

It's buttoned-up with diagonal seams, and It features relaxed shoulders and an easy fit.

You can wear it to the office, for a walk, or to the grocery store.

This trendy dress is made from 100% Tencel.

It's a fantastic fabric made from regenerated wood cellulose.

It's buttery soft and very sustainable.

It has cooling and absorbing properties.

The company also pays fair wages to its workers and is completely transparent with their practices.

6. All Black

Experimenting with colors can be incredibly fun and rewarding.

But a colorful combination can never match the undeniable elegance and poise of an entirely black outfit, especially if you’re shooting for a chic look.

You know you can’t go wrong with black, and that is even more true for a black Odette Jumpsuit from People Tree.

This jumpsuit is made from the softest organic cotton, and it has elasticated waist draws and a draped top.

It’s long-sleeved, and it epitomizes effortless elegance.

The company that makes it is from the UK and it uses only GOTS approved dyes and eco-friendly materials.

It also supports the fair trade movement and practices radical transparency.

For an all-black sustainable fall look, you can add Miriam Block Heel shoes from Able.

The design is classic, and the fit is very comfortable.

These shoes are handmade in Peru, while the company is based in Nashville, TN.

Able promotes fair labor practices and uses its business to empower women.

Also, the company has a B Corp certification and is dedicated to changing the local economy by employing more artisans around the world.

7. Sweater Weather 

Sustainable fall clothes also include ethically made sweaters.

Fall is the season for sweaters, and sweater weather usually refers to those few days often considered elusive and mythical.

But when you catch them, they are perfect.

When such a day comes, you should put on a pair of jeans, or maybe even a skirt, and pair it with your favorite sweater before you head out.

No jacket, absolutely no jacket. 

If you want a sustainable sweater to complete your sweater weather look, you can check out the ELIN Merino Wool Jumper from Komodo.

It’s so many things at the same time.

And it’s made from 100 Woolmark-certified Merino Wool.

The sweater is made in a solar-powered knitting factory in Nepal.

It's so lightweight, versatile, and cozy.

You can use it as a turtleneck and a sweater, and even as a comfort blanket if you ever need one.

Its warm yellow color is reminiscent of the leaves in the fall.

You can wear this sweater to work or when you’re walking your dog.

It goes well with dark jeans or a denim skirt.

Shoes-wise, you can go with anything from flats, oxfords, booties, and pumps.

Komodo is a company with a long-lasting tradition of sustainable practices.

It makes its signature garments from hemp, Tencel, and recycled rubber.

Bamboo, cotton, and wool are all ethically sourced and GOTS certified.

8. Almost Winter

Seasons are unpredictable, but you can always bet the winter will be at least mildly cold.

The transition from fall to winter could lead to some wardrobe conundrums.

What do you wear when it’s cold, but not that cold?

In such a case, you want to think in terms of layers.

First, go for a basic look with a long sleeve white Organic Cotton Jersey Shirttail Hem Tee from Eileen Fisher.

It’s a part of the brand’s Elevated Basic collection and it features a crew neck and long sleeves.

Eileen Fisher is a household name in sustainable fashion circles.

Its collections are Fair Trade certified, and they only feature sustainable materials.

Also, Eileen Fisher is known for its size-inclusive approach to sustainable fashion.

The company also believes that because there are so many economic injustices in the world, businesses should work differently.

By next year, Eileen Fisher aims to create a no-waste operation.

The next and final layer to the almost winter fall look is the Down Stole poncho from Nau.

It has an attached hood and a snap closure.

It’s oversized, it’s comfortable, it’s unique. It’s also made from 90% recycled polyester.

The company that makes it uses eco-friendly materials and gives back to the community.

It has a  catalog full of amazing items for rainy, fall weather.

Sustainable Fall Clothes for Every Occasion

Fall clothing is mostly about layers.

The tops, cardigans, and scarves are all there to help you achieve the look you want.

Winter won’t give you that freedom for creativity. Well, besides colorful mittens.

It’s good to know that there are clothing brands out there that make sustainable fall clothes.

Keeping up with fashion is great, but being kind to our planet is essential.

Hopefully, some of these options inspired your inner stylist.