6 Hong Kong Fashion Brands That Are Making The World A Better Place
Good for our wardrobe, good for our planet.
Scouring the internet to complete your capsule wardrobe this season? Look no further than the Hong Kong-based fashion brands that vouch to make our world a kinder and greener place. It may sound daunting to live a 100% sustainable life, but we can do our bit by making wiser choices. From the sourcing and recycling of materials to giving back to a great cause, these fashion brands are championing sustainability in the city.
ANAPHE
ANAPHE makes their luxe-feeling silk clothing with ethically sourced sand-washed mulberry silk. Beautifully cut with a figure-skimming silhouette, their wearable dresses will effortlessly transform your look from day to night. Style your dress with a knit sweater and a pair of ankle boots, it makes a perfect transitional piece into the fall.
What if we tell you wearing silk will not only make you look good but also feel good? With every purchase of the elephant silk collection, which includes a V Dress, a shirt, a pair of shorts, and a cami top, ANAPHE will purchase a bucket of food to feed elephants at the Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai.
Beam Bold
Founded by Audra Cordon, an expat living in Hong Kong, Beam Bold is a size and height inclusive fashion brand that celebrates women of all sizes and shapes. Inspired by Cordon’s love for colorful and vibrant fabrics on the Caribbean islands of St. Vincent, Beam Bold’s pieces do not only appeal to the eyes, they are also made to last. Her collection is made with 100% natural fibres. Get your hands on these spirit-lifting dresses that will make every season of your life brighter!
Rouge Mex
Rouge Mex was founded with the goal of preserving and honouring the Mexican craftsmanship. The brand makes sure the local artisans are paid and treated fairly. Handcrafted with 100% cotton and adorned with elaborate hand embroidery, every piece in her collection is one-of-a-kind. The bright-coloured embroidered kaftans are made to last, so it causes less waste to our environment.
Lane Eight
Lane Eight develops performance footwear for being in and out of the gym. The carbon-neutral brand moves away from commercial materials and opts for vegan microfibre, algae-based foam, post-consumer recycled plastic and recycled polyester yarn. Sleek and classic, the durable trainers come in every colour that you could think of.
The brand has partnered up local NGOs, Run HK and A Plastic Ocean Foundation, to donate shoes to refugees and reduce plastic pollution in the ocean through education.
Tove & Libra
Made from upcycled cashmere, wool, cotton and deadstock fabrics, Tove & Libra works directly with their factories to ensure the quality of their products. The eco-conscious brand creates a timeless and effortless collection with an emphasis on quality over quantity. Every purchase supports the production of garments under proper working conditions, by workers who are paid and treated fairly.
MiliMilu
MiliMilu, in Latvian, means a symbol for our love for Mother Nature. The eco-friendly fashion brand, founded by Linda Morrison, curates a collection that is made for your whole family. Kids-friendly and allergen-free, their collection is ethically produced with high quality organic materials and long-lasting fibres. They carry mindful brands from across Europe, including Hebe, Magic Linen, The New Society, and more.