FASHION
GREEN credentials
These eco-friendly finds won’t compromise on style nor the environment
Bamford
The most traceable collection Bamford has ever created sees “rain-kissed” cashmere used across its sumptuous knits. The yarns are washed and processed in rainwater, which not only reduces water consumption but also imbues the garments with a natural softness that can only be achieved through these traditional, slower production methods.
Retreat sweater, £395. Visit bamford.com
ELV Denim
The first part of the brand’s name is an acronym for East London Vintage and, as well as its products being designed and produced in the capital, its clothing is also made from unwanted post-consumer waste denim for a zero-waste production line. It typically takes 10,000 litres of water to make a new pair of jeans – approximately the same amount that one person drinks in 13 years. However, at ELV Denim, only seven litres of water are used to wash the upcycled unwanted jeans that were headed to landfill.