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Upcycled clothing collections and the brands behind them

Upcycled clothing collections and the brands behind them
By Renoon

Curious about up-and-coming upcycled clothing collections and the brands behind them? We’ve got answers. Our list covers brands helping to reuse ocean plastic, second hand blankets, jeans, and other post-consumer waste.

They are paving the way for upcycled fashion, pushing the industry to use what we already have instead of creating anything new. Creating a greener future by saving resources and energy and diverting pollution.

PRICING GUIDE

€ | Typically below 100€

€€ | Typically 100€-150€

€€€ | Typically 150€-200€

€€€€ | Typically 200€ or more

1. Ksenia Schnaider

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Ksenia Schnaider
  • Price | €€€€
  • Ethics | #slowfashion #timeless #upcycled #madeineurope
  • Size Range | XXS-XXL
  • Status on Renoon | Verified ✅

Born in 2011 with the aim of creating fashion pieces by reworking discarded materials. In their designs they portray European cultural quotes or innovative digital concepts.

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2. Re/Done

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Re/Done
  • Price | €€€€
  • Ethics | #upcycled
  • Size Range | XS-XXL
  • Status on Renoon | Unverified ❌

Founded by Sean Barron and Jamie Mazur in LA in 2014, with a mission to restore individuality to the luxury fashion space, to keep heritage brands relevant, and create responsible fashion. Re/Done repurposes vintage jeans, reimagining iconic heritage brands, remaking them in stylish modern pieces

Read more about Re/Done’s sustainability journey →

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3. Masha with Maria

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Masha with Maria
  • Price | €-€€
  • Ethics | #upcycled #smallbusiness #craftmanship #madeineurope
  • Size Range | XS-XXL
  • Status on Renoon | Verified ✅

Born in Amsterdam in 2017, creating refined outerwear that is delicately upcycled and reshaped. All the garments are handcrafted, hence unique. Designs include vivid pastel colors and well-defined shapes.

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4. FREITAG

Upcycled Fashion Upcycled Brands Sustainable Fashion
FREITAG
  • Price | €-€€
  • Ethics | #timeless #slowfashion #thrifting #closingtheloop #madetoorder #upcycled #supportclimatetransition #madeineurope #ecopacking #erhicallabor #craftsmanship #vegan
  • Status on Renoon | Verified ✅

The brand offers one-of-a-kind bags and accessories made from recycled truck tarps and fully compostable textiles. Trucks are tough. This is why all FREITAG products are tough and made to last for years to come. They are also uniquely designed and follow no trends. Alongside an overall effort to always reduce their operational environmental impact, FREITAG strives to offer as many circular options as possible to keep materials in the loop and their products in use for as long as a lifetime. Swapping, repairing and product customization are some of the services available on their website. Their newest addition is a fully biodegradable line made of only natural fibers

Read more about FREITAG’s sustainability journey →

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5. Sissel Edelbo

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Sissel Edelbo
  • Price | €€-€€€
  • Ethics | #upcycled #craftsmanship #supportcommunities #timeless #closingtheloop
  • Size Range | S-L; one-size
  • Status on Renoon | Unverified ❌

Aims to source the finest vintage fabrics from India, and transform these into wardrobe favorites for women, who like us, wish to have a unique and sustainable style.

Read more about Sissel Edelbo’s sustainability journey →

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6. Raeburn

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Raeburn
  • Price | €€€-€€€€
  • Ethics | #carbonneutral #ecopackaging #supportclimatetransition #supportcommunities
  • Size Range | XS-XXL
  • Status on Renoon | Verified ✅

Creative fashion studio based on collaboration, where daily design meets responsible production. Born in 2009, East London, Raeburn’s ethos has pioneered the reworking of surplus fabrics and garments to create distinctive menswear, womenswear, luggage and accessories.

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7. Maison Cléo

Upcycled Fashion Upcycled Brands Sustainable Fashion
Maison Cléo
  • Price | €€€€
  • Ethics | #madetoorder #craftsmanship #upcycled
  • Size Range | XS-XL
  • Status on Renoon | Unverified ❌

Born to propose simple but worked pieces always with beautiful deadstock fabrics. The idea is to share the know-how and make the made in France accessible to everyone.

Read more about Maison Cleo’s sustainability journey →

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