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18 Sep
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More Sustainable Picks for Back to School Season

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September’s team picks is all about back-to-school season—whether you’re returning to the classroom or the office—and where to shop more sustainably for it.

Team picks for the new academic—and office—year

September is back-to-school—or the office—season for readers in the northern hemisphere, and it’s often a time when people are thinking about investing in new workwear and items for their kids’ upcoming academic year, like uniforms and stationery. But how can you know it’s all made responsibly? Good On You’s brand directory is a good place to start, as is this round-up of items from brands rated “Good” and “Great”, selected by our global team. In it, you’ll find items for children including Joyya’s pouch for school supplies, Thela’s pocket case, and Unbelts’ fun belt for little ones. Elsewhere, there’s a smart shirt from Dorsu that’ll feel fresh when you walk back into the office after your holiday, and a banana necklace from Futura Jewelry that’ll undoubtedly elicit a smile from anyone who notices it.

 

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To ensure credibility, we aggregate comprehensive, transparent information on fashion and beauty sustainability—assessing brands using our leading methodology, developed by diverse experts. Our ratings directory of over 6,000 fashion brands and hundreds of beauty brands employs a simple five-point scale, curating a list of “Good” or “Great” brands making significant contributions to sustainable fashion and beauty.

Our editorial team, driven by expertise and passion, carefully reviews and approves each recommendation, upholding high standards of quality, longevity, and trend-transcendence.

While we recognise the value of reusing, mending, and second-hand shopping, our expert ratings system guides you toward new brands aligned with your values and sustainability goals.

 

12 picks for kids and adults from more sustainable brands

more sustainable picks for september 2025

1. TwoThirds Murvagh Sweater

2. Futura Jewelry Banana Necklace

3. Plant Faced Clothing Printed Hoodie

4. Triarchy Lillian Denim Jacket

5. Joyya Oversized Pouch

6. Unbelts Kids’ Belt

7. Mightly Organic Cotton Kids’ T-Shirts

8. Thela Pocket Case

9. Infantium Victoria Newborn Romper

10. Nat’v Basics Callie Bra

11. Dorsu Shirt

12. Rupahaus Marc Dress

Editor's note

Feature image via Rupahaus, all other images via brands mentioned. Good On You publishes the world’s most comprehensive ratings of fashion and beauty brands’ impact on people, the planet, and animals. Use the directory to search thousands of rated brands.

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