The best stores for men with a more sustainable collection

Do you think shopping more sustainably and consciously for men is difficult? Not with COSH! In various cities in the Netherlands and online you will find the coolest stores for men with more sustainable brands in their collection. From Amsterdam and Rotterdam to Breda and Arnhem, at these stores you can discover ethical clothing and accessories for men made from more sustainable, natural and/​or recycled materials.

The best stores for men with a more sustainable collection in Amsterdam

Brandmission

More conscious fashion brands for men in the heart of Amsterdam

Looking for stylish, high-quality men’s clothing from fashion brands which work in a more conscious way? Then head to Brandmission, located in the vibrant Haarlemmerstraat in the centre of Amsterdam. The basement is filled with men’s clothing from brands that work more sustainably, for example by using organic materials or better working conditions. At Brandmission you will find brands such as ARMEDANGELS, Knowledge Cotton Apparel, Kuyichi en Mud Jeans.

Het Faire Oosten

Men’s fashion & accessories: everything for a more sustainable lifestyle

At Het Faire Oosten, also known as the ​‘House of Impact’, you will find everything for a more sustainable lifestyle for both men and women. From men’s clothing from more conscious fashion brands such as Kings of Indigo, A‑dam, Loop.a life and Thinking Mu to sneakers from Veja and waterproof backpacks from Maium, but also interior accessories, books and cosmetics for men. Het Faire Oosten is located in Amsterdam East on the square of Waldenlaan.

Pek & Kleren

More sustainable men’s fashion in Amsterdam North

Also in the vibrant district Amsterdam North you can shop more sustainably as a man. At Pek & Kleren in the Van Der Pekstraat you’ll find a collection of clothing, accessories and shoes for men from fashion brands that work in a more conscious and honest way. Like an organic cotton sweater from ARMEDANGELS, timeless trousers from Thinking Mu and casual sneakers from Faguo.

VEGA-LIFE

Everything for a vegan lifestyle in the heart of Amsterdam

Attention vegan men! The unique concept of VEGA-LIFE in the centre of Amsterdam offers a 100% vegan collection with everything for a vegan lifestyle. Think of vegan shoes, accessories, natural cosmetics, vegan (cook) books and clothing made from natural materials such as bamboo or organic cotton. At VEGA-LIFE you are sure that everything you buy has been made without the suffering of animals and besides this, they also pay attention to better working conditions.

Eerlijk Waar!

Shop for circular jeans from MUD jeans & more

The Dutch jeans brand MUD jeans makes circular jeans made from recycled and organic cotton. Besides this, the brand is completely vegan, pays attention to fair working conditions and you can even lease jeans, so that your old pants can be recycled again. Do you want to try these amazing jeans? Then head to the flagship store Eerlijk Waar!, in the heart of Amsterdam. The store is small, but the collection is huge and they will provide you with highly specialised and personal advice. You can also find other fashion brands that work more consciously here, such as clothing from Ecoalf, raincoats from Maium and backpacks from Ucon Acrobatics.

Teym

Timeless, high-quality basics in Amsterdam

Teym in Amsterdam is such a store where you want to buy every item in all colours. The quality is super good, because they mainly use soft, natural materials and all the timeless styles can be combined endlessly. At Teym you will find classic garments with a modern twist: merino wool sweaters in beautiful colours, cool parkas, timeless Chelsea boots and minimalist accessories. And an extra bonus: the store itself is also a feast for the eyes!

Lovetrigger

Cool urban classics

The urban streetwear brand Lovetrigger from Amsterdam makes cool urban classics such as hoodies, T‑shirts, sweaters, jackets and accessories from organic cotton. Everything is produced in a social and fair way in the Netherlands, where talented young people from vulnerable backgrounds are given a chance on the labour market. The philosophy of Lovetrigger revolves around 4 core values: diversity, sustainability, positivity and social impact. Visit the new store/​showroom in Amsterdam-West and discover the Lovetrigger collection.

New Optimist

Fashion meets ethical, positive and innovative vibes

Modern collections which are designed and produced in a circular, social and local way. The Amsterdam brand New Optimist shows that it is possible! From oversized T‑shirts with cool prints made from organic cotton and unisex jackets to jeans made from recycled denim: the New Optimist collection is timeless, modern and unisex. So you won’t be the only online shining in an outfit from New Optimist, your girlfriend will also steal the show in a cool, responsible outfit. A shared wardrobe, very sustainable!

Shop more sustainable men’s fashion in Breda

LOYA

More conscious men’s wear in Breda

You don’t have to travel to the bigger cities to find a large collection with more sustainable men’s clothing. Yara and Lotte show this with their cool concept store LOYA in Breda. In a fresh and modern store they offer a wide range of clothing, accessories and lifestyle products for men (and women) from brands which work in a more sustainable way. Expect many timeless, high-quality basics that you can combine endlessly from brands such as ARMEDANGELS, Knowledge Cotton Apparel, Mud Jeans and Kings of Indigo.

Urban Bozz

Retro clothing and accessories in Breda

Attention to all retro lovers! In the centre of Breda you can find Urban Bozz, a unique concept with vintage inspired clothing, accessories and leather bags for the modern men. Think retro suits from the 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s, a mix of Peaky Blinder, Rockabilly, Workwear, Biker and Dandy. Style and quality are paramount at Urban Bozz. A large part of the collection consists of high-quality, timeless leather (shoulder) bags, backpacks, laptop bags and college bags. Or discover cool circular brands that work with alternatives to leather, such as Eversom, which makes bags from recycled fire hoses.

Shop more sustainable men’s fashion in Rotterdam

HEDONE

Ethical streetwear from Rotterdam

Discover the Rotterdam label HEDONE, a trendy streetwear brand that works in a very social way. The brand offers young talent a fair chance of success, by offering mainly at-risk youth an alternative to the drug environment. HEDONE helps young people to develop into production leaders, designers, entrepreneurs or other positions. Discover the collection with cool oversized T‑shirts, hoodies, sweaters and accessories online or make an appointment in their office/​studio in Rotterdam.

Freitag

High-quality bags made from upcycled truck tarps

Looking for a cool, high-quality bag that is better for our planet? Then take a look at the collection of the Swiss brand Freitag. In the centre of Rotterdam they opened a cool brand flagship store where you can see a large part of the collection in real life. From unique upcycled shoppers to versatile backpacks and travel bags with various compartments, but also cool wallets and phone cases. The materials mainly come from upcycled truck tarps, making each item unique and responsible.

Secrid

Timeless, unisex and responsible wallets in Rotterdam

For a modern and ethically responsible wallet you have to look into the Dutch brand Secrid. Discover their entire collection in the sophisticated brand flagship store in the centre of Rotterdam. Secrid is known for the classic card holder, but besides the timeless and unisex core collection, the brand also offers unique items made of innovative materials such as the plant-based wallet from Mirum® and the collaboration with Freitag. The various collaborations are great examples of how Secrid works on innovation, upcycling and awareness through design and technical knowledge.

Eversom

Modern bags made from upcycled fire hoses in Rotterdam

Looking for a sturdy, high-quality bag that offers an animal-friendly alternative to classic leather? Then take a look at the circular brand Eversom from Rotterdam. A few years ago, designer Ilse saw the potential of old fire hoses and started working with this super strong material. The result is a unique, timeless and unisex collection with cool backpacks, laptop and shoulder bags in the iconic dark red colour. Or grab the cool six-pack holder from Eversom and take your beers with you anywhere you go. Discover the collection online or visit their studio in Rotterdam by appointment. Here you can see how and where the products are made, all locally and socially by Ilse and her team!

Shop more sustainable men’s fashion in Arnhem

Okimono

Graphically designed men’s clothing in Arnhem

You have probably seen them already on Dutch television: the original T‑shirts and sweaters from the Arnhem brand Okimono, with designs about current affairs with a wink ;) The T‑shirts and sweaters are made in Portugal from high-quality organic cotton and are printed locally in the store/​showroom in Arnhem. Here you can also create your own T‑shirt: choose your style, colour and graphic print and they will make it for you on the spot!

Aarden

High-quality tailor-made clothing in Arnhem

In the stylish and creative Modekwartier in Arnhem you will find Aarden: the place to elevate your personal style palette in equilibrium with the environment. Visit Aarden for flawlessly tailored wedding ensembles, sumptuous shirts, trousers, and waistcoats to elegant blouses, skirts, and outerwear – every piece is an ode to your unique persona. Choose for natural or recycled materials to make your garment even more conscious. The tailoring is skilled, flawless, timeless and done with a lot of love for the earth.

Fraenck

Ethics meets esthetics in Arnhem

Have you always wanted to see how and by whom your bag or accessory is made? Step into the world of Fraenck and discover the production atelier at the back of their store. In this social and local production atelier, the entire collection of bags and accessories is produced by skilled makers who are at a distance from the labour market. In this way, Fraenck not only contributes to a cleaner, but also a more inclusive world. You can find the Fraenck collection in their own store in the heart of Arnhem or in one of the many points of sale in the Netherlands.

Shop more sustainable men’s fashion in local webshops

Achilles and the Tortoise

Urban slow fashion brand from Amsterdam

High-quality, unisex and oversized T‑shirts with cool graphic prints, timeless long sleeves and reconstructed vintage garments from emerging designers. Discover the Amsterdam slow fashion brand Achilles and the Tortoise. The brand is inspired by people and nature and this is reflected in both the designs and their way of doing business. For example, recycled and/​or upcycled fabrics and natural dyes are used. Besides this, the collection is produced ethically and responsibly in a small atelier in Portugal. Discover the Achilles and the Tortoise collection online.

Ragnarok

Timeless basics from Tencel that you’ll never want to take off

Looking for the perfect, timeless basic T‑shirt? Then take a look into the webshop of the Dutch brand Ragnarok. Here you will find your new favourite basic T‑shirts in black and white in various sizes, from size xxs to xxl. They are made of 100% Tencel, a material made from wood pulp. When you order a T‑shirt on the website, it will be made to order by their tailor Zagros Brim and delivered to you within two weeks. Or visit their studio in Zwolle to try on the T‑shirts first.

Loop.a life

High-quality, timeless knits made from discarded clothing

A high-quality, basic (knitted) sweater, cardigan or T‑shirt made from discarded clothing that would otherwise end up in landfills and/​or be burned? The Dutch brand Loop.a Life shows that it is possible! The innovative, circular brand makes yarns from old or discarded clothing by sorting the textiles by material and colour. Everything is done under ethical working conditions in Europe and with little water and chemicals. Curious about the result? Discover the entire collection of Loop.a Life in their webshop.