We love the passion these companies have for what they're doing and making, and the values they stand by. This list is a combination of our favourites, and those recommended to us by Baxley's community.
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We love the passion these companies have for what they're doing and making, and the values they stand by. This list is a combination of the companies we — and our community — rave about every chance there is.
These companies are working towards something greater than a product.
These companies are working to make goods that are loved as long as possible.
These companies are passionate about slowing down and focusing on craft.
When it burnt down, this Isle of Wight company rebuilt in a way that allows them to custom-make items to order. And takes back their items to spin back into fibers to use again and again.
A top-end pattern maker was disgusted with the fast fashion world, and now makes patterns for the home-sewing movement. A serious eco and social-warrior with a passionate following.
Jeans (and nothing else) with a cult-like following. Permanent items and rotating limited-run collections. Bringing jean-making back to this once-manufacturing town.
A small selection of impeccably made items (jeans, shirts and socks) for men, designed by two chaps with a rebellious spirit and passion for traditionally-made British wear.
Organic, fair-trade underwear (men/women) that was started in order to tackle the lack of access to underwear in developing countries. Buy one item, they'll donate two.
An Indian company with a huge heart. Classic organic cotton favourites for women, men and kids. Founded to ensure safe working conditions for field workers.
A fully-circular jeans company, taking back their end-of-life jeans to reweave into new fabric for future jeans. Also known for their jeans rental programme.
American apparel company known for its ocean and community clean-up efforts. Transparent manufacturing and responsibly-sourced materials. Looovely water-bottles, too.
What would an ethical list be without Patagonia? WornWear is both secondhand Patagonia clothing (US-only) and their mobile repair service (US, Europe).
From fashion and homewear, to responsible banking and classes, this UK directory covers the full gammut of social and environmentally-driven companies. Curated by one woman, and constantly growing.
Social enterprise · environmentally-led · bame-owned
From the water bored from beneath their converted barn factory, to the flour made from the spent grain by-product from making their beer, Good Things really are genuinely working to produce beer in a deliciously better way.
Gorgeous baked goods (inc. subscription and delivery service), giving training and employment to refugees and immigrants. Sadly, only available to Londoners.
Anti-waste food app, which connects you to last-minute unsold food at restaurants, bakers and cafes near you. You get a bargain; food doesn't go to waste. Their IG has killer tips for prolonging (or repurposing) food at home as well.
The ultimately sustainable seasoning with reportedly more vitamins and minerals than "any other food". Harvested in Cornwall, and available as flavoured salt, flakes and in spaghetti form.
One Gin is dedicated to giving access to clean water to the world's poorest communities. So far, they've raised and donated over £20 million. Oh, and the gins are made from all-British ingredients.
A year-old Californian aperitif brand, offering a variety of flavours without the high alcohol or sugar content of competitors. All natural, farm-to-bottle, and taking on the big-boys of the American drinks scene. US-only.
Online shop that emphasises environmental and labour transparency of all 140+ independent businesses it offers. Womens and menswear, household, health and gifts.
Plastic-free US shopping site for all house, beauty, and health needs. Started by the girl who fit 8 years worth of the waste she created in a single mason jar.
Connecting the databases of local bookstores countrywide (UK and US-specific), this is a new and powerful go-to for new books. A portion of all sales is given directly back to local bookstores — including your specific choice, if desired.
I bought a pair of their rubber-soled slippers at the start of Lockdown 1, and have worn them every day since, including on a campervan tour of the British Isles. Possibly my favourite possession.
A small range of trainers in a multitude of colours, all made with recycled rubber soles, organic cotton uppers, recycled footbeds and Bluesign-certified dyes.
Distinct footwear handmade by two people in Bristol (along with courses for making shoes yourself, and clothing and accessories by other slow-fashion small labels).
No longer small, but still offering a superior alternative to nearly all conventionally-made lifestyle trainers. Recycled polyester, natural rubber, sugar cane soles, organic cotton, and chrome-free or vegan leather.
Classic backpacks, totes and pouches, redesigned for maximum utility. Made with organic, British waxed-canvas in small runs in the UK. (Yep, that's us!)
Love puzzles? Love art? This new American company realised they could highlight struggling artists by showcasing certain work as puzzles. Printed with vegetable ink in the US.
Ireland's last fully vertical mill. They own the full process from carding raw wool through to spinning, dyeing and weaving, blending traditional machinery with modern science.
Exquisite cedar pencils with distinctly shaped, re-fillable erasers. A treat for anyone who works in the slow medium of paper. Also available for colouring.
