20 Sustainable Underwear Brands that are Affordable and Comfortable
From comfy briefs to sexy bras, these ethical and sustainable underwear brands are giving us everything we want to see in our underwear drawers. Most brands listed have incredibly fair prices with a few on the luxury side. They also use the best in sustainable and eco-friendly fabrics. After all, we want protection and support that isn’t full of harmful chemicals or made without people & planet in mind. We’ve made sure to highlight what sustainable fabrics they use, their price range, AND who they make styles for.
Allbirds
For: Men & Women
Materials: TENCEL™ Lyocell & Merino Wool
Price: $16-30
You may know this brand for their shoes and most recently socks, but now they have a line of underwear for men and women. Their collection comes in many colors, & they have combined eucalyptus fiber and merino to create a soft, moisture-wicking material your private parts will love.
Azura Bay
For: Women
Materials: Organic Cotton, Recycled Lace, Hemp, Tencel, Recycled Nylon
Price: $24-114
There are so many great underwear brands at this online marketplace. It’s definitely a destination to check out! Azura Bay is a curated collection of cute, comfy and conscious lingerie, pjs, and loungewear from ethical brands, using eco fabrics and production processes as much as possible. I’ve known them for years, and they always have beautiful pieces!
Huha
For: Women
Materials: TENCEL™
Price: $29+
These eco-conscious undies are really unique because they’re infused with zinc oxide, a natural anti-bacterial that aims to keep your huha healthy by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and fungi. Not only are these undies from TENCEL derived from sustainably sourced wood pulp, but they also ship plastic-free and plant a tree with each purchase.
Boody
For: Men & Women
Materials: Bamboo
Price: $12-40
If you are looking for ultra-softness! I don’t like to promote too much bamboo fabric, but theirs is wonderful. This brand believes change starts from the ground up. Their collections of women’s underwear is made from sustainably grown bamboo viscose that is easy on the planet, and your body.
Hernest Project
For: Women
Materials: Tencel
Price: $39
Tencel briefs must be the comfiest and I love the look of the Betty Brief fit. hernest project is a line of sleep and lounge basics that are ethically made with one of my favorite fabrics, TENCEL, which is more absorbent than cotton, softer than silk, and offers natural hygiene. They also have sizes up to 4XL!
Knickey
For: Women
Materials: Organic Cotton
Price: $13
I have a few pair, and love these underwear! Their certified organic cotton undies are free from toxic chemicals so you and your vagina can breathe easy. The certified organic cotton supply chain uses only Oeko-Tex certified dyes in processing - which means zero toxic chemicals in production - yay!
Knix
For: Women
Materials: Nylon & Cotton
Price: $18-89
Another virgin nylon brand, but they need to be mentioned because of their inclusive sizing and leak-proof undies. This type of underwear is perfect in helping you have a zero-waste period. They absorb up to 3 tsp of liquid, so they’re perfect for light days or back up on your heavy days.
Made Trade
For: Women
Materials: Organic Cotton
Price: $13-38
As you may already know, Made Trade is home to hundreds of sustainable brands for the entire family and home.
Their underwear list has a few great brands, and they even have a section just for plus-size intimates.
MeUndies
For: Men & Women
Materials: MicroModal
Price: $14-32
Besides all the fun prints and colors, MeUndies has an awesome membership where you pick out one pair of undies each month for a discounted price!
They use super soft MicroModal sustainably harvested from Beech Trees.
Nude Label
For: Men & Women
Materials: Organic Cotton
Price: $18-54
I love the color palette this European-based underwear brand uses. For their entire collection, they use GOTS certified organic cotton, which means it’s sustainable from start to finish, from farmers to consumers. They also give back to many organizations helping restore our planet with trees and vegetation.
OPOK
For: Men
Materials: Organic Cotton
Price: $32
Created by two brothers, Opok focuses on men’s health, and they donate a percentage of their proceeds to men’s health organizations. As you may know, traditional underwear contains toxic chemicals, but when choosing Opok, you can feel confident knowing your underwear is safe & sustainable for you & the planet.
Organic Basics
For: Men & Women
Materials: Organic Cotton, Tencel, Recycled Nylon
Price: $39-72
I’ve been wearing Organic Basics’ bras and undies for a few years now, and I can say they truly make an amazing undergarment. Even after all the washes, my underwear and bras are still in great condition. Soft and comfy as ever!
Pact
For: Men, Women & Kids
Materials: Organic Cotton
Price: $12-30
This is my go-to for underwear for the entire family! They have a pair of underwear with a lace band at the top, and those are my absolute favorite. The boxes for men are also one of Travis’ favorites. Highly recommend!
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Patagonia
For: Men & Women
Materials: Recycled Polyester
Price: $18-49
If you are looking for performance underwear for your active lifestyle, Patagonia is the place to go! The undies pictured are made from moisture-wicking recycled nylon, and - as always - all pairs are Fair Trade sewn.
SKIN
For: Women & Kids
Materials: Organic Pima Cotton
Price: $36-90
This brand is a little more pricey than the others, but their underwear looks so comfy!
They even have a little line for kids, too.
“New York-based label Skin creates perfectly cut tanks, pajamas and lingerie – flattering and elegant everyday basics.”
Sustain by Kat
For: Women
Materials: Organic Cotton
Price: $34-62
I own this set and it’s very comfy! This brand has done so many amazing things when it comes to dyeing fabrics, and making sure their garments are sustainable from the notions up. This set is made with 100% organic cotton fabric and trim and natural rubber elastic!
Thinx
For: Women
Materials: Nylon, Organic Cotton
Price: $24-42
Looking for underwear during that time of month?!
This is probably the most well-known, sought after period panty. I have yet to try them, but it’s on my list. I’ve only heard great things about them, and their prices aren’t bad!
Uye Surana
For: Women
Materials: Nylon, Cotton
Price: $28-87
If you are looking for inclusive sizing, look no further. This brand makes all of their undies here in the US, and they have so many different colors. This NYC based brand is creating delicately handmade lingerie in all sizes for all sizes. They use such sweet delicate fabrics, too!
Wama Underwear
For: Men & Women
Materials: Hemp, Organic Cotton
Price: $20
Because of hemp’s moisture wicking properties, these undies are breathable and comfortable. Hemp is also resistant to mold and UV light, and retains color better than cotton. Did you know it requires HALF the amount of water to grow?!
Warp + Weft
For: Men & Women
Materials: Modal, Cotton
Price: $12
A brand for every size.
Modal for undies is definitely a comfy choice. It’s made from cellulose reconstituted from beech trees, it’s naturally breathable and 50% more absorbent than cotton. It is ultra-soft, ultra-stretchy, & keeps its shape after washes.
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This post is sponsored in part by Sustain by Kat, Hernest Project, Huha & Opok and contains affiliate links. As always, views are genuine and brands are truly loved. Thanks for supporting the brands who are working to make this industry a fairer and cleaner place!
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