Celebrities Who Love Upcycled & Sustainable Fashion
The fashion industry is transforming, with sustainability and upcycling taking center stage. Many celebrities use their platforms to promote eco-friendly fashion choices, proving that style and sustainability can go hand in hand. From wearing upcycled outfits on the red carpet to launching their own ethical fashion brands, these stars are setting new trends in the world of sustainable fashion.
1. Emma Watson
Sustainable and stylish: Emma Watson wore an upcycled wedding dress with bootcut pants and chunky boots at the 2021 Earthshot Prize Awards
Emma Watson has been a strong advocate for sustainable fashion for years. As a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador, she launched the #30Wears campaign to encourage people to re-wear their clothes instead of buying new ones. She frequently collaborates with ethical fashion brands and has worn upcycled and sustainable outfits on multiple occasions, including her Met Gala look made from recycled materials.
2. Meghan Markle
The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has been spotted wearing sustainable and upcycled clothing on several occasions. She often supports ethical brands such as Reformation, Stella McCartney, and Gabriela Hearst, reinforcing her commitment to conscious consumerism.
Vintage chic: Meghan Markle opts for a ’60s William Vintage coat while in Bristol, 2019
3. Billie Eilish
Billie Eilish is known for her bold fashion choices, but she’s also a huge supporter of sustainability. She has partnered with brands like H&M to create eco-conscious collections and often wears upcycled and repurposed outfits. At the 2021 Met Gala, she insisted that Oscar de la Renta stop using fur in exchange for her wearing one of their gowns.
4. Joaquin Phoenix
Joaquin Phoenix made a powerful statement about sustainability by wearing the same Stella McCartney tuxedo throughout the entire 2020 awards season. His commitment to reusing clothing highlighted the unnecessary waste in the fashion industry and inspired others to rethink their red-carpet looks.
Sustainable style: Joaquin Phoenix’s Stella McCartney tuxedo appeared at every award show, including the 2020 Oscars
5. Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney x Shie Lyu: a tactile dialogue in upcycled denim, merging visions into a patchworked trench coat awash in sea-of-blues
While not an actress, Stella McCartney is a celebrity in the fashion world and a pioneer of sustainable fashion. She has been promoting upcycling, cruelty-free, and eco-conscious designs for decades. Many celebrities, including Meghan Markle and Taylor Swift, have worn her ethical designs on high-profile occasions.
6. Zendaya
At the Green Carpet Fashion Awards, Zendaya redefined re-wear by choosing an archival Versace gown from 1996 — the year she was born.
Zendaya is known for her effortlessly chic style, but she’s also committed to sustainability. She has worked with designers like Vivienne Westwood and Stella McCartney to showcase upcycled and ethical fashion.
7. Livia Firth
Livia Firth embraced sustainable fashion in a vintage Alberta Ferretti dress at the 2012 amfAR Gala
As the founder of Eco-Age and creator of the Green Carpet Challenge, Livia Firth is one of the biggest advocates for sustainable fashion. She encourages celebrities to wear eco-friendly outfits at major events, helping to bring awareness to upcycling and ethical fashion choices.
Why It Matters?
Celebrities have the power to influence millions of people, and their support for upcycled and sustainable fashion is helping to shift consumer behavior. By choosing eco-friendly clothing, they not only reduce waste but also encourage brands to adopt more ethical practices.
At Efaar Vintage, we celebrate the movement towards upcycled fashion. Every piece you choose from our collection is a step towards a more sustainable future. Join the trend and embrace fashion that’s both stylish and eco-conscious!
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