8 August 2023
Back to school with a sustainable school bag
- Lifestyle
There is a good chance that your children have not come through the past year unscathed. Unfortunately, there are also children around the world who work for large multinationals under miserable conditions and have to endure a lot worse. Do you want to buy fair children’s clothes for the new school year without feeling guilty? Then we would like to inspire you with some shops where you can shop for sustainable and ethical outfits for your kids.
Back to school in a new sustainable jacket
Harvest Club: sustainable shopping for the complete family
Sustainable shopping in a cosy setting? Stop by at at Harvest Club in Leuven. The shop offers colourful, fair fashion and a wide range of sustainable brands for children, women and men! An ideal shopping trip for the whole family!
Pamper your little one with an ecological shoe
At Pim Pam Poen in Bruges, you will find trendy children’s shoes for boys and girls. In the shop you will discover one by one high-quality brands so that you can send your offspring to school in a comfortable shoe. A solid, qualitative shoe is important in shaping your child’s feet and the way they walk! Most brands at Pim Pam Poen produce in Europe, which means less transport and less CO2 emissions!
Sustainable kids clothing from inspiring, Belgian brands
Shop vegan kids fashion at Infantium Victoria
For vegan fashion in high quality organic materials for kids, Infantium Victoria is the place to be to discover avant-garde collections for kids. The brand’s producers always meet strict criteria. For example, they use sustainable raw materials, manage their waste well and guarantee ethical working conditions.
Usually the brand sells through their webshop, but on Fridays they open the doors of their workshop in Diegem for a physical shopping experience. Shop Infantium online and use the code “COSH” for free shipping!
Twinning is winning with Ridges & Steam
Can your son or daughter still use a comfortable jumper or T‑shirt? At Ridges & Steam you will find quality basics for the whole family. The garments consist of 50% recycled cotton and are ethically produced by a family business in Portugal. This brand also offers fun models for men and women. Are you ready to start twinning with your little ones?
Eco underwear from organic cotton
The Belgian brand Maï & Kaï offers underwear and singlets with cheerful animal prints and made of 100% GOTS certified organic cotton. Are you looking for quality underwear for children that is made with respect for people and nature? Then definitely take a look at Maï & Kaï.
Secondhand fashion for kids
It’s unbelievable how fast they grow! If you don’t look, the trousers are too short again or that head won’t fit through your favourite T‑shirt… That’s why we at COSH! are big fans of second-hand children’s fashion! Are you looking for places to bring in your worn children’s clothes? Or do you like to buy second-hand for your little ones? Then you should definitely discover the following addresses.
Scharrelvos: Ecological second-hand clothes
Scharrelvos is a great second-hand children’s shop, located in an in Antwerp Berchem. Revalorisation and reuse are the core values in this shop. Discover an assortment of second-hand clothes and items for babies and children complemented by a selection of new, sustainable brands. Are you looking for washable nappies, carrying advice or do you want to learn more about baby yoga and baby massages? At Scharrelvos you can also find a sustainable birth list and you can rent various baby stuff. That way you don’t have to buy everything new!
Second-hand clothes and stuff for babies, kids and teenagers
At Closet Stories in Ghent you will find a range of preloved clothes for babies, kids and teenagers. Still looking for a book bag, hat or swimwear? Save money without compromising on quality and browse through the second-hand offers at Closet Stories.
Funky Monkey: trendy, second-hand clothes for kids
Are you looking for trendy, second-hand clothes for your children? Then you should definitely take a look at Funky Monkey. Here you will find colourful clothes, carefully selected by Fien, the owner.
Rebelles, a delightful and eco-conscious concept store, nestled in a charming little street at the heart of Aalst, is your go-to destination for second-hand children’s clothing.
The store is thoughtfully curated by its owner, Sylvie, ensuring that you discover unique treasures among the selection. Experience the joy of sustainable shopping at Rebelles.
Do you want to dress your child in quality secondhand clothing, give clothing and toys your children no longer use a second chance, and proactively counter overconsumption and waste? Then head to La Ritournelle in Schaerbeek!
This shop between Josaphat Park and the Terdelt district offers clothing, toys, childcare articles, books for children aged 0 to 10 and items for expecting mothers. You will find quality brands such as Emile et Ida, American Outfitters, Froy & Dind, Petit Bateau or Repose AMS.
At B.L.O.S Kids in the Kattestraat in Aalst, you will find yourself truly immersed in this shop with a focus on a fun experience. You will mainly find lots of second-hand clothes, shoes, accessories and toys of quality brands and in excellent condition.
You can browse items for babies and children up to 14 years old. In addition, the second-hand collection is supplemented with some new items from local, European brands with a strong focus on sustainability. So everyone will find something to their liking at B.L.O.S Kids.
And for those who can’t get there physically, the B.L.O.S team has fortunately also provided a webshop.
Sustainable birth lists
Even small, cute babies can be completely wrapped in sustainable fashion. Is there still a bun in the oven and are you expecting a child soon? Then you can always go to the following shops for a fair and sustainable birth list:
Concept store for happy kids
At Lunabloom in Bruges, you will find fun clothing for babies and kids from 0 to 8 years old in a calming colour palette. Still looking for fun decoration for the children’s room, book bags, cuddly toys or toys? You will find that too at this cosy children’s shop!
Blabloom: sustainable concept store for the whole family
Blabloom in Genk is a sustainable concept store for the entire family. You will discover a wide range of ecological alternatives for everyday products such as wooden toys, washable nappies, healthy care products, environmentally friendly detergents, carrier systems, pregnancy and breastfeeding products and much more.
Ecological birth and family shop in Zwalm
Zonnehoed in Zwalm is an ecological birth and family shop where sustainability, cosiness and a personal service are central. In the shop you will find children’s clothes, toys, ergonomic carriers and washable nappies, various aids for comfortable breastfeeding and other accessories.
Want to discover more sustainable shops within your budget and in your neighbourhood? Go to our shopping guide and find exactly what you are looking for thanks to the handy filters!
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