Keep Your Jeans Green

No item of clothing better embodies American fashion than the classic blue jean. Almost everyone you know owns at least one pair, if not a whole closet full of these denim classics. An item that is so widely used presents the perfect opportunity to do something eco-friendly.

There are many designers and companies in existence that produce a ‘green’ blue jean. Nudie Jeans is one such company who in 2007 started the Recycle Denim Maniacs program. The program takes used, worn-out jeans, and creates new jeans. Additionally, Nudie is a member of the Fair Wear Foundation.  An independent, non-profit organization, the firm works to improve the textile industry’s working conditions ensuring sustainable production.

M2F Brand Denim is another jean company that prides themselves on their green approach to fashion. Utilizing Certified Chemical Free Made2Fade Technology Yarn guarantees that the yarn is not produced with any substances that can be harmful to one's health. Similarly, they use a Clear H2O Colors Earth Smart Dye Process eliminating the use of toxic chemicals while using 50% less energy and water.

Continually working to support social well being, Monkee Genes is another clothing company worth noting. Implementing a no child or slave labor policy, the company uses all organic materials in the production of their jeans and other clothing options. Accredited from both The Soil Association and the Global Organic Textile Standards, every stage of the Monkee Genes fabrication process has been carefully examined. Maintaining a strong eco-friendly business model, Monkee Genes work to ensure an ethically conscious production process.

So, the next time you are looking for your next denim wardrobe staple, consider your green options.