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Dear Readers,
When I was five, well before the 9/11 era, I flew from Los Angeles to New York by myself. My father walked me directly to the gate, and a flight attendant took me on board. I don’t remember much about the flight, but I know that I wasn’t afraid and I didn’t cry. I do vividly recall seeing my mother waiting for me on the other side. Triumphant, gleeful, I ran toward her. She captured a photo of me on the jet bridge the moment I saw her, and you can see that I’m positively bursting with pride. I was wearing my favorite outfit: a bright red sweatsuit from Gap Kids. In it, I felt invincible.
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If you thought it wasn’t possible to look great in a sweatsuit, think again.
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Although we weren’t a family that went in for matching outfits, my mother also owned a red Gap sweatsuit. Unlike me, she’d finished growing, so her sweatsuit outlasted mine by many years. By the time I neared high school, I was begging her to get rid of it. “No one wears those anymore!” I remember whining to her. “That outfit is so embarrassing.”
If my mother were still alive, her outfit would be back in style. As with so many trends from the ‘80s and ‘90s — think shoulder pads, puffy sleeves, bike shorts, scrunchies, and fanny packs (aka “belt bags”) — matching sweatsuits are, once again, de rigeur. Despite my past protestations, I’m happy about it. This is clothing that’s practical, comfortable, and can be surprisingly attractive.
Today, you can find a matching set that offers the feel of a sweatsuit but looks more put together — even flattering. This is loungewear. You can sleep in it or work out in it if you choose, but it’s primarily intended for well, lounging. These clothes, which come in a wide variety of silhouettes and materials, are also called “co-ords” — that’s Gen Z speak for a matching top and bottom.
However you refer to the items I’m featuring today, you can rest assured that they’re all made by brands that prioritize sustainability, and that you can find something that will look great on you. You can wear your set to work from home, walk the dog, shop for groceries, get brunch … anything you choose. Of course, clothes like these always feel perfect on a flight.
Happy lounging and happy shopping!
– Elizabeth Weinstein, Marketplace Editor
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Most Local
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Farm-to-closet apparel maker Harvest & Mill grows, mills, sews, and ships all of its items in the U.S., using unbleached, American-grown, organic cotton. Our top picks are any items made from undyed heirloom cottons in colors we’re not used to seeing, as well as the items made with botanical dyes. (Men’s and women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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Most Charitable
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Do-good fashion brand Ninety Percent sells ethically, sustainably made apparel and donates 90% of profits to its workers and to charity. We love the refined silhouettes of their organic cotton sweats, which offer an updated take on the classics. Top picks include the Signature Half Zip Sweatshirt and the tapered Signature Sweatpant. (Women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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BuyBetter Marketplace readers have consistently ordered from Boody since we first started this newsletter, and it’s no mystery why. We also love the affordable, silky-smooth Australian underthings and loungewear. While this line includes a couple of zip-ups, you’ll mostly find spring and summer wear. (Men’s, women’s, and unisex sizes.) Read our review. |
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Most Refined
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Artknit makes its minimalist knitwear in Italy using exclusively natural materials. The fine merino wool wide-leg pants, cardigans, zip-ups, and even hoodies are beautifully tailored. If you like to lounge in elegance and comfort, this is where you should start. They also offer exceedingly chic business casual attire. (Men’s and women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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We’re big fans of Tentree’s super-soft TreeFleece line, which is made of organic cotton, recycled fibers, and Tencel Lyocell (aka recycled wood pulp). The Canadian B Corp plants ten trees for every item sold, and each item comes with a QR code that allows you to follow the trees’ journey and impact. Proud treehuggers will love the brand’s signature pattern. (Men’s and women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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Most Contemporary Details
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Kotn works directly with farmers and factories to guarantee fair wages and directs partial proceeds toward building primary schools in Egyptian farming communities. The brand offers a modish take on sweats, with cropped, drop-shouldered, wide-leg, mockneck, and ribbed styles, some of which would look equally good on grandmother and granddaughter. (Men’s and women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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Most Basic (In a Good Way)
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Expect attractive, contemporary clothes from Everlane. The brand, known for its “radical transparency,” shares production costs and manufacturing information for every item it makes. In addition to cozy but well-tailored loungewear, the company sells casual clothes and workwear. (Men’s and women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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Most Silhouettes
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Carbon Neutral and Fair Trade Certified apparel maker Pact has a great assortment of loungewear for men and women. The brand specializes in casual clothes for all vibes and occasions. We love the multitude of shapes they offer, from joggers to bootcut leggings to wide-leg pants, wraps, and even comfy coordinating cotton blazers. (Men’s and women’s sizes.) Read our review. |
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Every year I eagerly await the day that we “spring forward,” reset the clocks, and get to enjoy the seemingly endless Sunday stretching before me. It’s also a wonderful time to reflect. Laura McLean, Bluedot Home & Garden contributor, writes: “As the days become longer and the vitamin D stronger, we grow, connecting with nature and our community.”
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Want to get in touch? I’d love to hear from you. Tell me about your favorite sustainable products, topics you’d like to see covered, or anything else that’s on your mind — email marketplace@bluedotliving.com.
I’ll see you again in two weeks.
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Elizabeth Weinstein, Bluedot’s Marketplace Editor, lives in Manhattan with her husband; her papillon, Finley; and her cats, SanDeE* and Modell. When she’s not asking the folks at Bloomingdale’s and Nordstrom to try on all of their sustainable sneakers in a size 9½, she can be found at the Union Square Greenmarket or gardening on her rooftop terrace. |
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