Did you know that 67% of consumers take the sustainability of their clothes into consideration when looking for something new?
If this number surprises you, you’re not alone. Despite good intentions, ethical and sustainable shopping is still a small fraction of clothing purchases overall.
So what gives? Part of the reason for this mismatch is that finding sustainable clothes is not easy. One Google search and 20 tabs later, and you’ve found a bunch of brands you’ve never heard of without knowing who to trust.
That’s exactly why Eco-Stylist thoroughly researches every brand we recommend to you with our sustainable brand criteria. You can rest easy knowing your clothes were made to minimize their environmental impact and by people paid living wages.
With fall being one of the biggest fashion seasons of the year, shopping increases for pieces like jeans, shirts, boots, and sweaters. So how can you get the clothes you need for fall while reducing your environmental impact?
10 Sustainable Men’s Clothes for Fall
Here are 10 staple menswear pieces for fall, all from sustainable brands with ethical labor practices. These staple pieces are versatile and built to last, so you can wear them this fall, next fall, and beyond.
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1) Sweatshirt | Outerknown
A sweatshirt is a fall staple that’s useful all year long. Perfect for those chilly nights on the beach, layering in winter, and all day on your fall hike. Throw it over a button-up for a business casual look or wear it with some jeans for a classic casual outfit.
The Sur Sweatshirt from Outerknown is ethically made from 55% hemp and 45% organic cotton so it’s a great way to be more eco-friendly and support ethical business. The start of your next conversation, this sweatshirt comes in 5 different colors so you can pick from blue, green, black, white, or brown.
Shop | $118
2) Dark Wash Jeans | Nudie Jeans
Dark wash jeans are a must-have that will last you years. Dress them up with a blazer and dress shoes, or dress them down with sneakers and a tee.
Nudie Jeans is a woman owned business based in Sweden with some of the most sustainable denim around. Chemical-free and made from 100% organic cotton is just the beginning for Nudie Jeans.
Nudie Jeans invests in circular fashion through their free repair services as well as their collection of second-hand Nudie jeans, which they repair & resell, or recycle. They are also a member of the Fair Wear Foundation, an independent nonprofit that improves working conditions in the textile industry.
Shop | $185
3) Casual Blazer | ISTO.
The casual blazer is your go-to layering piece for fall into spring. Throw it over a tee for a more casual look or pair it with a button-up for that quick stop into the office.
Either way this layering piece will be your best friend from casual to dapper, elevating your look with style to match your values. ISTO is proudly certified by GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and B Corp, prioritizes transparency with detailed price breakdowns, and partners with ethically audited factories in Portugal to uphold fair labor standards and environmental integrity.
Shop | $485
4) Oxford Shirt | Asket
Button-up shirts are among the most versatile and useful pieces in any man’s wardrobe. They look good in any situation and pair perfectly with sweaters, sweatshirts, or blazers.
This oxford shirt by Asket is especially handy for fall because the heavy organic cotton cloth will keep you warm while looking your best. With 7 colors to choose from, this will easily be a go-to piece you’ll wear for years to come.
ASKET is a Swedish menswear startup with a mission to provide timeless staple that don’t compromise on quality or your values. Forget the disposable fast fashion model; ASKET offers a single permanent collection you can wear year after year.
Shop | $150
5) Slim Chinos | Taylor Stitch
A solid pair of chinos belong in every man’s closet. They’re like jeans but even more versatile when it comes to dressing up or down.
Date night? Pair them with a button-up and some oxfords. Going for a walk? Throw them together with sneakers and a plain pocket tee.
The Taylor Stitch slim chinos are sustainably made from organic cotton. Taylor Stitch manufactures overseas but shows their commitment to living wages.
Shop | $138
6) Recycled Wool Sweater | Patagonia
A good sweater tells the world you know how to dress. With the sophistication of a well-educated lumberjack, this sweater is sure to carry you from fall into winter.
Patagonia’s recycled wool sweater is sustainably made with 70% recycled wool, 26% recycled nylon, and 4% other fibers. Patagonia is one of the oldest sustainable fashion leaders.
They are a B Corporation, members of 1% for the planet, environmental film makers, environmental activists, and proponents of circular fashion through their repair services and Worn Wear initiatives.
Shop | $149
7) Autumn Shirts | Vustra
Vustra is changing the sustainable menswear game with their colorful patterned button-up shirts. Wear these button-ups with some jeans, under a sweater, or paired with a blazer.
These shirts have plenty of color already so wear them with all neutral colors for an easy look that’ll be sure to get you some compliments. Vustra is made from organic cotton with natural dyes and in Fair Trade factories.
Shop | $90-120
8) Chelsea Boots | Adelante Made-to-Order
Chelsea boots have quickly secured their place in the menswear game. Slip them on with some blue jeans for an easy look that couldn’t be more fall.
Adelante is changing the ethical manufacturing landscape with their commitment to living wages. Un-satisfied with the available metrics, they developed their own living wage metric, the living well line, which you’ll find is better than any industry standards.
Adelante boots are handmade, built to last a lifetime, and completely resoleable.
Shop | $365
9) Sneakers | Beckett Simonon
The Maxwell Trainer blends smooth leather and soft suede for a sleek and versatile sneaker that pairs just as effortlessly with jeans and a tee as it does with tailored trousers.
Each pair is handmade to order by skilled artisans in Bogotá, Colombia, ensuring less waste and more attention to detail. Beckett Simonon’s commitment to ethical production means fair wages, responsible craftsmanship, and timeless shoes built to last.
Shop | $179
10) Bundled Basics | Pact
Every man needs basics: underwear, socks, and tees. They are the closest fabrics to your skin, so why not arm yourself with natural fabrics made without chemicals?
Pact’s bundled basics help you save on packs of underwear, tees, and socks. All made from certified organic cotton.
Shop | $75-114
Looking for Fall Style Inspiration?
Note: this look below was kindly gifted to me by Nudie Jeans for review—all opinions expressed are my own.
Our friends at Nudie Jeans asked us to help share their new fall collection: dubbed “Rainbow Mixtape.”
Besides really great jeans Nudie is one of Eco-Stylist’s highest ranking brands on sustainability. They’ve been promoting circularity for many years now by repairing jeans for free and reselling used Nudies.
This new fall collection is a celebration of Nudie Jeans 20 years of work. Here’s how they describe it:
“A thousand roads lead to Gothenburg. This is our hometown and an endless well of inspiration. We got the rain, the sunshine, and the fleeting moments in-between when a rainbow connects them both. This collection is an aesthetic exploration of Nudie Jeans and our influences over the past 20 years.”
Here I am wearing three pieces from their fall collection. Shop Nudie Jeans’ fall collection.
Building an Ethical Fall Closet
There’s 10 sustainable men’s clothing staples for your fall wardrobe. These pieces are all durable and versatile, so you can wear them often, and for years to come.
It goes without saying that ethical fashion starts with wearing what’s in your closet. There are many great approaches to building a conscious closet including thrifting, swapping and renting. For more on the different approaches see our guide to affordable ethical fashion.
If you’re cleaning out your closet to prepare for fall, and want the most sustainable options for getting ridding of old clothes, see our guide.
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Editor’s Note (09/02/2025 Update):
We’ve refreshed this guide with new ethically made staples for fall 2025, featuring updated brands and styles that reflect the latest in sustainable men’s fashion. Each piece was carefully chosen for its quality, versatility, and commitment to people and the planet—so you can step into the season with style and purpose.
Garik Himebaugh is the founder of Eco-Stylist, the go-to resource to find ethical clothing. He’s also a sustainable personal stylist and international speaker on all things sustainable fashion. Garik loves coffee, climbing, and clothes.
