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It’s easy to get inspired by outfits we see On TV, social media or on celebrities. Unfortunately, sustainability isn’t the norm yet, so buying the exact outfit isn’t always the best decision if you want to build a conscious wardrobe. Good news is, you don’t have to choose between sustainability or style. You can have both. You can recreate outfits with sustainable items. Today, we’re looking at an outfit worn by Ariana Grande. Some ethical alternatives for the outfit have been gathered in this post. These are not exact dupes (because that would be plagiarism) but wearing these items together will give the same vibe.
the original
Ariana Grande wore a satin two-piece set from British brand Rat & Boa during her performance at iHeartRadio Music Awards. The top and skirt are both made from acetate which is a semisynthetic fibre often used as an alternative to silk. Acetate is not biodegradable, not very durable and the production process is chemical intensive. Acetate is generally not classified as a sustainable material.
As for other sustainability measures, the brand does mention sustainability on their website and claim to value ethical manufacturing and the use of recycled materials. However, no proof or more information is provided about their production process to support these claims. No information can be found on where the garments are manufactured or where the fabrics are from – a classic example of greenwashing.
Sustainable Alternatives
Let’s look at some alternatives that you can achieve the same kind of look with.
This tube top from Dutch brand Noumenon has the same wrapping element as the top worn by Ariana. It’s made from 100% Tencel (made from the Eucalyptus tree), can be worn in 3 different ways and is made in Lithuania.
Another Dutch brand, Alchemist offers the ultimate alternative to the skirt with the same satin look but is made from a more sustainable material, Ecovero (sustainable version of viscose) and is made in Portugal.
The knot on this off-white top from Swiss brand SANIKAI, gives the same V-neckline. The top is handmade in Switzerland from Belgian organic linen.
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New Zealand-based brand Maggie Marilyn offers a light-coloured skirt with the same shiny satin look. It’s made from 100% Chinese silk with Bluesign certified viscose lining and is made locally in New Zealand.
This ecru-coloured top from Greek brand VATHOS Apparel is definitely not a dupe, but the drawstrings give the same V-neckline and cropped effect. It’s made from 100% organic cotton.
Pair the ecru top with this beautiful cream-coloured skirt from Spanish brand Sunad. The skirt is made from viscose and is locally made in Spain.
Similar to the first top, this crop top from Australian brand Opia, also has a wrapping element. This off-white/beige coloured top is made from cotton and linen, and is made in Indonesia.
This last skirt from German brand ARMEDANGELS is a bit shorter but has a similar dark shade. It’s made in Turkey from sustainable viscose.
Comment below which one is your favourite!
