When it comes to ethical and sustainable fashion, consciously-crafted dresses are not too hard to come by. With natural materials like organic cotton, linen, and bamboo, not to mention recycled synthetics like polyesters all making good fabrics for pretty, flowing dresses, most ethical fashion brands seem to offer at least a couple sustainable dresses to choose from. And because we recently finished a big update to our shop page over here, I already had lots to share for the 2025 season. Below, find a few forever favorites (that’s the power of slow fashion—sometimes you can still find your favorite designs even years later), as well as lots of choices from new-to-us conscious fashion brands! From midis with handpainted prints to linen maxis, here are all our top reccs!
sustainably made dresses for spring and summer ’25
Oh Seven Days’ spring/summer line is my favorite of theirs yet. The Dani dress is designed with a relaxed drop waist, a scooped low back and pretty florals, made from sustainably sourced cotton. You can find this gorgeous print in a slip style here too.
Everyone needs a butter yellow dress for the season, yes? This easy breezy yellow dress is 100% linen from Linen Fox. The simple design has large sleeves and bow ties down the middle.
Including a jumpsuit in our dress roundup because this delicious print deserves some warm weather wear. It’s the Lily Wide Leg Jumpsuit from Mixed, which is a style they offer in a few different prints/colorways. Learn about this brand’s sustainability practices here.
Canadian designer Oge Ajibe is known for ethically made, size inclusive small batch clothing in sizes from XS to 6XL. One of her recent designs is a spring silhouette that flatters all bodies, and comes in a chartreuse-y yellow and pink.
Another beautiful linen dress, by Vakada, this pink piece is made even prettier by an oversized rosette and cinched off-shoulder neckline. Also offered in a buttery yellow, if you’re on board the trend!
Always love a shift dress, and this mod green design from London based Nobody’s Child is such a fun geo print for summer.
The Fiona Dress in Blush, from Whimsy & Row’s wedding collection, makes a gorgeous sustainable bridesmaid dress, but could be reworn for tons of warm weather occasions.
Heading out on a summer picnic? A Christy Dawn maxi dress is perfect for the occasion.
OffOn is one of my favorite Etsy shops, and their relaxed, elevated-casual vibe is exactly why.
Another favorite Etsy shop selling sustainably made dresses, Love and Confuse offers up sweet and timeless designs like this Oeko-Tex certified linen mini dress in one of my favorite spring hues. It’s also offered in nearly endless colors, so there’s no way you won’t find something right for you!
Portland’s Ersa Fibers is all about cheerful fashion in exclusive prints and inclusive sizing. Pieces are made to order just for you!
My goodness, the organic poppy dress by No Nasties might be the prettiest one yet! I love the easy, loose fitting design and the bit of scoop in the back. The poppy print is offered in top and trousers too!
Do you have a favorite shop for sustainably made dresses this spring? Add your favorite ethical brands in the comments!
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