Affordable & Sustainable Fashion for Women and Men

Why It Matters

The fashion industry significantly impacts the environment, from resource use to waste. Choosing sustainable brands that are affordable promotes responsible fashion consumption without compromising style.

Sustainability Criteria

To be both affordable and sustainable, brands should:

Use eco-conscious materials (organic cotton, linen, recycled fibres).
Be transparent about manufacturing practices.
Offer accessible pricing (under £150 for key pieces).

Sustainable Brands for Women

1. People Tree

Materials: GOTS-certified organic cotton, linen.
Price: £40–£120 for dresses, shirts, trousers.
Ethos: Fair Trade, artisan-crafted clothing.

Styling advice: Pair a cotton wrap-dress with recycled leather sandals and vintage boots for elevated weekend wear.

Tellar link: Read more in Ethical Indie Clothing: What to Buy, Where to Shop & How to Style It

2. Thought

Materials: Bamboo, hemp, organic cotton.
Price: £30–£80 for tops, knitwear; £70–£140 for outerwear.
Ethos: Small-batch dyeing, biodegradable fibres.

Styling advice: Wear a bamboo blouse with relaxed linen trousers and a recycled tote for office-ready ease.

Tellar link: Style tips in Style guide focusing on affordable linen clothes for men and women

3. Armedangels

Materials: Organic cotton, GOTS certified.
Price: £50–£100 for co-ords or knitwear.
Ethos: Transparent supply chain, eco-conscious production.

Styling advice: Layer an organic cotton blazer over a linen tee with wide-leg trousers for a polished casual look.

Tellar link: Discover more in mastering High/Low Fashion, style tips, and brand recommendations

Sustainable Brands for Men

1. KnowledgeCotton Apparel

Materials: Organic cotton, recycled polyester.
Price: £40–£150 for shirts, jumpers, jackets.
Ethos: Carbon-negative production, eco initiatives.

Styling advice: Style an organic denim jacket over a chambray shirt and tapered chinos for relaxed smart-casual.

Tellar link: Explore options in Best in‑store destinations for sustainable fashion in the UK and USA

2. Thought (Men)

Materials: Bamboo, hemp blends.
Price: £30–£140: basics to outerwear.
Ethos: Size-extended and eco-repeatable.

Styling advice: Pair a bamboo tee with organic twill trousers and a recycled bomber for everyday street style.

Tellar link: See fitting guidance in Style guide focusing on affordable linen clothes for men and women

3. Pact

Materials: Organic, Fair Trade cotton.
Price: Under £50 for tees or underwear.
Ethos: Certified ethical basics.

Styling advice: Use Pact tees under linen overshirts for breathable daily layering.

Tellar link: Discover smart tailoring tips in Brands like Primark, but better…

Cross-Gender Sustainable Staples

Uniqlo

Affordable, well-constructed basics in cotton and linen.
Overshirts, tees, co-ords.

Styling advice: Layer Uniqlo linen shirts under organic cotton blazers for fresh neutral looks.

Tellar link: See fit insights in Guide on affordable, quality high‑street clothing

Styling Advice & Outfit Formulas

1. Build Capsule Looks

Neutral tops + bottoms + one statement accessory = polished simplicity.
Examples: organic cotton blouse + tailored trousers + raffia bag.

2. Smart Layering

Lightweight linen shirts, bamboo tees, recycled jackets.
Keep structure minimal, proportions balanced.

3. Versatile Occasions

Office: Tailored organic cotton blazer + relaxed linen trousers.
Weekend: Hemp tee + organic denim + sustainable sneaks.
Evenings: Lightweight linen midi + simple gold jewellery.

4. Eco Accessories

Go for recycled-sole sneakers or organic leather loafers.
Add straw tote or minimalist wooden jewellery.

🔍 Why These Brands Shine

Brand	Price (£)	Sustainability Features
People Tree	40–120	Fair Trade, artisan-made fabrics
Thought	30–140	Biodegradable and low-waste materials
Armedangels	50–100	Organic cotton with transparent production
KnowledgeCotton	40–150	Carbon-negative, recycled fabrics
Thought (men)	30–140	Eco basics with broad size range
Pact	Under 50	Fair Trade basics, everyday essentials
Uniqlo	Under 60	Cotton/linen choices with consistent, reliable fit

These brands deliver affordable, ethical clothing with long-term wearability in mind.

💡 Smart Shopping Tips

Mix eco basics with existing wardrobe staples for longevity.
Watch for seasonal sales for discount sustainable pieces.
Combine new buys with pre-loved items to reduce waste.
Track cost-per-wear: A £50 organic tee worn frequently is cheaper than a £10 fast-fashion replacement.

💬 Community Feedback

Tellar users often say:

“People Tree wrap dresses feel premium and ethical without overdrafting my budget.”

“I didn’t expect bamboo basics from Thought to last so well—they’re my office stalwarts.”

🛠️ Introducing Tellar.co.uk

Tellar.co.uk is the free UK sizing and style platform powering smarter shopping decisions across 1,500+ brands with:

Body-to-size matching
Input your measurements, get precise size recommendations per brand.
Fit intelligence
Learn how styles fit—whether they run small, large, or true-to-size.
Style guidance
Access trend-informed blog posts on sustainable fashion, capsule wardrobes, and more.
Measuring tool
Free printed tape ensures accurate sizing—no hassle.
One unified profile
Use your measurements across brands—no guessing, fewer returns.
Informed recommendations
Partnership-funded content, but always size-driven, not pay-for-placement.

🔗 Explore Tellar Style Guides

Ethical Indie Clothing: What to Buy, Where to Shop & How to Style It
Style guide focusing on affordable linen clothes for men and women
mastering High/Low Fashion, style tips, and brand recommendations
Guide on affordable, quality high‑street clothing
Brands like Primark, but better…

(All links are active and live Tellar blog posts.)

🤳 Follow Us for More

Instagram: @Tellarsizing
Twitter/X: @Tellar100
Facebook: Tellar Sizing
Pinterest: TellarUK

✅ Final Take

You don’t need to spend a fortune to dress sustainably. Brands like People Tree, Thought, Armedangels, KnowledgeCotton, Pact, and Uniqlo offer stylish, eco-friendly clothing at accessible prices. Pairing core sustainable pieces with smart layering and eco-conscious accessories creates versatile, responsible wardrobes.

With Tellar.co.uk, finding the perfect size becomes easy—so you can buy less, wear more, and enjoy fashion that matters.