16 Sustainable Brands to Look for When Traveling to Sweden
Sweden is well-known for its innovation and sustainability, and its brands are no exception. Swedish brands are making a global effect on everything from skincare and fashion to eco-friendly footwear alternatives that can handle any terrain. We'll introduce you to ten excellent Swedish brands that will be the most memorable shopping trip during your travels to Sweden.
1. Icebug Footwear
Instagram | @icebugofficial
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Responsible Business Certified, Environmental Giving, Environmental Giving, Sustainable Materials, Social Giving
Certification | B Corp, 1% for the Planet
Icebug Footwear is a well-known brand when it comes to outdoor footwear, which specializes in shoes developed for harsh situations, and perfectly integrates performance and sustainability. Their use of recycled materials, energy-efficient production processes, and novel sole technologies that provide traction even on the iciest surfaces demonstrate their commitment to minimizing environmental effects. Icebug features beautiful and functional footwear for everyone, whether you're an active hiker, trail runner, or love outdoor excursions.
2. The Humble Co.
Instagram | @thehumble.co
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Responsible Business Certified, Environmental Giving, Environmental Giving, Sustainable Materials, Social Giving
Certification | VEGAN Society, PETA's Beauty Without Bunnies - Cruelty-free &Vegan, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
The Humble Co. is on a mission to change the dental care industry by offering environmentally responsible choices. Their product line, which includes bamboo toothbrushes and natural toothpaste, aids in the reduction of plastic waste and the promotion of sustainable living. With a strong emphasis on social responsibility, The Humble Co. also supports oral health projects for communities in need all over the world, making it simple for you to improve both your dental hygiene and the environment.
3.Forgo
Instagram | @forgoessentials
Shipping | United States, Canada, EU
Attributes | Ingredient Transparency
By rethinking personal care goods, Forgo challenges the established soap market. Forgo produces a concentrated soap that avoids the need for single-use plastic bottles, with a strong emphasis on simplicity. Forgo makes it simple to decrease plastic waste by delivering reusable, biodegradable sachets without sacrificing quality or convenience. With Forgo, you can embrace a simpler and more sustainable approach to personal care while not breaking the bank.
4. Swedish Stockings
Instagram | @swedishstockings
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Reduce Waste, Ethical Labor, Reports on Sustainability, Transparent Supply Chain, Sustainable Materials, Women-led
Swedish Stockings has transformed the hosiery market by manufacturing high-quality stockings out of recyclable materials. Their dedication to sustainability is evident as they address the issue of textile waste with their fashionable and long-lasting stockings while ensuring that their hosiery remains timeless and elegant. Swedish Stockings perfectly mixes elegance and sustainable fashion by integrating recycled fibers and employing new production processes.
5. Björk & Berries
Instagram | @bjorkandberries
Shipping | United Stages, United Kingdom, European Union, Taiwan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Canada, Switerland, Norway, Japan
Attributes | Vegan, Women-led, Eco-Packaging
Björk & Berries is inspired by the Swedish nature while creating skincare products that are high in antioxidants and natural components. The brand preserves the essence of Swedish nature in each recipe, with a focus on organic and sustainable sourcing. Björk & Berries delivers a genuinely unique skincare experience while protecting the environment by appreciating indigenous plants and botanicals.
6. Maria Åkerberg
Instagram | @bjorkandberries
Shipping | Sweden
Attributes | Reduce Waste, Ingredient Transparency
Maria Åkerberg approaches skincare holistically, infusing products with natural and organic components. The brand's dedication to environmentally friendly packaging and ethical production techniques extends beyond ingredients. Maria Åkerberg offers Swedish-inspired skincare products that are kind to both your skin and the environment.
7. Estelle & Thild
Instagram | @estellethild
Shipping | Europe
Attributes | Cruelty-free, Organic Ingredients, Sustainable Ingredients
Certification | PETA’s Beauty Without Bunnies, COSMOS Organic by Ecocert
Estelle & Thild takes organic skincare to the next level by using certified organic ingredients in their formulations. With a range of products catering to various skin needs, the brand emphasizes purity and effectiveness and is a gem for those traveling to Sweden. By prioritizing sustainability in their packaging and formulations, Estelle & Thild showcases the Swedish power of natural beauty without compromising on quality.
8. Hope
Instagram | @hopestockholm
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Sustainable Materials, Eco-packaging, Women-led
Hope creates clothing that is both fashionable and environmentally friendly by seamlessly combining modern design with sustainable values. Their classic designs are created with a conscious approach to materials and production, demonstrating a dedication to slow fashion that stands the test of time.
9. Filippa K
Instagram | @filippa_K
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Measures / Reduces Environmental Impact, Reports on Sustainability, Transparent Supply Chain, Sustainable Materials, Eco-packaging
Certification | Responsible Wool Standard, Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Organic Content Standard 100, Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Filippa K embraces Scandinavian minimalism, providing apparel that transcends trends. The brand promotes conscious consumption and responsible production by emphasizing longevity and quality. Filippa K's approach shows how simplicity and sustainability may coexist together while remaining classic and chick.
10. Weekday
Instagram | @weekdayofficial
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Transparent Supply Chain, Social Giving, Sustainable Materials
Urban and street-inspired fashion take center stage for Weekday, while embracing sustainability efforts. The brand experiments with eco-friendly materials and production techniques, proving that cutting-edge style can align with eco-consciousness.
11. Humans are Vain
Instagram | @humansarevain
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Transparent Supply Chain, Certified, Vegan, Sustainable Materials
Humans Are Vain creates sneakers with vegan sustainable materials such as Pineapple leaves and recycled plastic ocean trash and innovative methods with timeless contemporary design. The manufacturing takes place in Portugal and Sweden in carefully selected ethical factories.
12. Nudie Jeans
Instagram | @nudiejeans
Shipping | Worldwide
Sustainability Certifications | Global Recycled Standard (GRS), Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Fair Trade Ceritified, Organic Content Standard 100, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC)
Nudie Jeans aspires to create denim made with 100% organic cotton and aims to take responsibility from raw material to the jean's end of life. Every pair of Nudie jeans, no matter where you buy them, comes with a promise of free repairs to extend their lifespans and reduce waste. The brand offers a take-back program for its garment which will then be reused to create other garments in its collections, as part of Nudie Jeans’ closed-loop material system. As part of its efforts to recycle products after long-term reuse, organic cottons are separated from conventional cotton to improve the recycling process, making the new products both organic and recycled.
13. Bite Studio
Instagram | @bitestudio
Shipping | Worldwide
Sustainability Certifications | Global Recycled Standard (GRS), Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)
BITE Studios is a contemporary fashion brand challenging the conventional norm with a strong focus on environmental progress. They research their materials meticulously to find the finest quality natural organic fibre, recycled and low-impact fabrics made complete with durability and exceptionality. Each garment is designed to be timeless and seasonless to minimize environmental impact by extending their garments’ lives.
14. Mini Rodini
Instagram | @minirodini
Shipping | Worldwide
Sustainability Certifications | Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), Organic Content Standard 100 (OCS), Fair Trade Certified, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), SA 8000, Global Recycled Standard (GRS)
Mini Rodini’s vision is to make clothes that children love to wear without compromising the social and environmental aspects of production. They implemented a system of paying the workers at all sewing units a living wage instead of the standard minimum wage. Their collections are created with materials that have a lower impact on both nature and human health, such as organic cotton, recycled polyester, and upcycled garments from leftover fabric.
15. Gina Tricot
Instagram | @ginatricot
Shipping | Worldwide
Attributes | Reports on Sustainability
Gina Tricot offers exciting, feminine fashion to women and commits to achieving goals by 2028, focusing on climate, circular economy, and the empowerment of women. They hope to make a difference through clear sustainability work, close supplier dialogue, social investment, and a strong sense of future materials and processes. Gina Tricot encourages its customers to make more sustainable choices by creating garments that are timeless and long-lasting, using at least 50% sustainable fibers to reduce the impact on the environment. Always searching for more sustainable materials, the Sweden-based brand has added alternative fibers like Polylana®, which uses a blend of new and recycled fibers. All garments can be altered or mended to create new styles and extend their lives or can be returned to Gina Tricot for recycling 10.
16. Go Cirkulär
Instagram | @gocirkular
Food Waste Ingredient | Coffee
Brand Born in | Sweden
Shipping | Worldwide
Go Cirkulär is acoffee brand that upcycles coffee waste to create a sustainable and eco-friendly product. The company uses spent coffee grounds, typicallydiscarded as waste, to create a unique blend of delicious and environmentallyfriendly coffee. By upcycling coffee waste, Go Cirkulär is helping to reducethe environmental impact of the coffee industry and promote sustainablepractices. The company also uses eco-friendly packaging materials to minimizeits environmental footprint. If you're looking for a delicious and sustainablecoffee option, Go Cirkulär is worth checking out!
