The classic womens’ button down shirt, tunic and shirtdress are timeless wardrobe staples. It’s no wonder, as these styles are easy to dress up or down, can be worn any season and appeal to women of many ages.
To be reassured by their versatility and timelessness, one needs only to look into the wardrobes of minimalists and capsule wardrobe enthusiasts, to see these pieces in their vital closet arsenal. Yet I believe that the true value comes when combining this lasting style with a superior fabric, and made by environmentally conscious brands.
Now your have longevity personified!
This is where Tencel comes in; derived from wood pulp, this non-synthetic, yet vegan-friendly fibre, offers a silky soft skin feel, drapes beautifully, is more absorbent than cotton, and will keep you cooler than linen. Learn more about Tencel here
Let me assure you, in some cases it’s not easy to find the umbrella sustainability picture of each’s company’s manufacturing and labour practises, but I recon I have you well-covered in terms of eco conscious and ethical brands listed below:
Edda Tunic Dress by Siizu
Composition: 100% Tencel | Colour: Black
LULE Tencel Shirt by Komodo
Composition: 70% Tencel / 30% Linen | Colours: Light Denim & Dark Denim
Museo Tunic by Exofficio (and found on Zappos)
Composition: 100% Tencel | Colours: White & Black
Fairtide Black Blouse by Kestan
Composition: 75% Tencel 21% Cotton 4% Spandex | Colour: Black
Long Sleeve Twisted Tunic by Nau
Composition: 58% Tencel 42% Organic Cotton | Colour: Bone, Caviar, Sable & Space
The Shirt Button Down by Siizu
Composition: 100% Tencel | Colours: White & Black & Blue
Kiley Long Sleeve Shirt by KUHL (and found on Zappos)
Composition: main body: 59% Tencel, 39% Organic Cotton, 2% Spandex| Colours: Charcoal, Ash & Denim Blue
Kiri Shirt Dress by Amour Vert (and found on Elborne Living)
Composition: 100% Tencel | Colour: Denim Blue
Rex Shirt by Fig Clothing
Composition: 100% Tencel | Colour: Denim Black & Denim Blue
L’Herbe Rouge Denim Hebrides Oversized Shirt by The-Acey
Composition: 100% Tencel | Colour: Denim Blue
Have I missed your fave? While Tencel is going to be, if not already, a dime a dozen in the fast-fashion retailers, it’s the sustainable brands we’re interested in.
Let me know, in the comments below, if you’ve lovin’ an ethically made Tencel shirt, tunic or shirtdress!
