14 sustainable clothing gifts made from materials that are better for the environment

The Insider Picks team writes about stuff we think you'll like. Business Insider has affiliate partnerships, so we get a share of the revenue from your purchase.The holiday season can come under fire for encouraging excess and consumerism, but it doesn't have to represent unnecessary waste.Often the source of the most waste, the clothing industry is slowly making amends by using more environmentally friendly, sustainable, and ethical processes to make its products. It's not too difficult nowadays to find shoes and jackets made from plastic water bottles that would otherwise end up in a landfill, or from renewable rather than non-renewable sources.These apparel gifts are better for the planet and a more thoughtful option for your environmentally- and socially-conscious recipient. They tend to be a little more expensive than traditional clothing, but the extra bucks are a small price to pay for longer-lasting, sustainable apparel that makes smarter use of the planet's resources.Most of these items are available with expedited shipping, and some should arrive within a few days' time, so don't stress too hard about your last-minute shoppingjust remember that the sooner you order, the better your chances of a timely arrival.Be a more sustainable gifter this year with these 14 apparel gifts:Looking for more gift ideas'Check out all of Insider Picks' holiday gift guides for 2018 here.Comfortable work flatsThe Point in Persimmon, $145, available at Rothy'sGift Cards, $50-$165, available at Rothy'sRothy's has repurposed more than 20 million plastic water bottles to make women's shoes that are both stylish and comfortable. They come in four simple silhouettes and a host of pretty colors and prints, but we love the sleek Point style because it's perfect for work. If you're not sure about their size or shoe preference, you can get a gift card instead. The Sneaker and Flat are $125, The Point $145, and The Loafer $165.A boxy, short parkaThe ReNew Short Parka, $165, available at Everlane55 plastic bottles received another life in this jacket. It has a roomy fit ideal for layering up underneath, and oversized, fleece-lined multi-entry pockets to warm up their hands. Even the Primaloft insulation is recycled, and it's very warm, protecting wearers in sub-freezing temperatures.A waffle weave robeUnisex Organic Waffle Robe, $78.40, available at CoyuchiMake every day a spa day with this soft robe made from GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)-certified cotton. The company takes careful steps to partner with sustainable mills and ship and package its products with environmentally friendly methods, so your recipient can truly relax and enjoy this comfortable robe.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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