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The Ultimate Guide to Ethical Underwear

Your go-to guide for everything you could ever possibly want to know about ethically- and sustainably-made intimates

What is Ethical Underwear?

We unpack exactly what makes underwear 'ethically-made' and 'sustainable', and reveal the many benefits of making conscious choices when shopping for your top drawer

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What makes underwear 'ethically-produced'?

Learn how fair labour practices, safe working conditions and transparent supply chains define truly ethically-produced underwear
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What makes underwear 'sustainable'?

We explore the key factors contributing to the ecological footprint of your underwear, from fabric choices to production processes
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Why choose ethical underwear?

Discover the benefits of ethical and sustainable underwear - for the people producing your garments, for the environment, and for you too

How to Shop for Ethical Underwear

Now you know what to look for, how do you find it? We share our top tips on discovering ethical and sustainable underwear brands, which fabrics to look for (and which to avoid), and how to avoid falling for the most common greenwashing tricks

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How to find ethical and sustainable brands

Learn how to seek out ethical and sustainable brands by using resources trusted for transparency and accountability
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How to spot and avoid greenwashing

Learn how to focus on substance over style to navigate the truth behind eco-friendly marketing and identify misleading 'green' claims
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The ultimate guide to underwear fabrics

We examine the sustainability credentials of every fibre used in underwear fabrics - from cotton to viscose to recycled synthetics

Learn more: Ethical Fashion deep dives

From caring for your sustainable lingerie and swimwear, to the psychology of conscientious consumerism, to shaping a fairer and greener future for the fashion industry, the ColieCo Blog has you covered for in-depth explorations of key ethical fashion topics

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The future of sustainable fashion

We've looked in-depth at the present state of the fashion industry. But what should the future look like? And how do we go about creating a fairer, safer, greener and more accountable industry?
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Sustainable garment care guide

We've put together a complete guide to how to care for your underwear and swimwear mindfully. From washing and drying, to extending the lifespans of your garments, we've got you covered!
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Learn more on the ColieCo Blog

As well as our latest news and updates, the ColieCo Blog features deep dive articles on all aspects of ethical and sustainable fashion, from vegan style to protecting the marine environment...

Explore our sustainable lingerie collections

Discover our range of sustainable lingerie, underwear and swimwear - thoughtfully designed for comfort, confidence and everyday wear. From breathable bamboo lingerie to bold mesh sets, each piece is made to order using exclusively low-impact materials.

sexy sustainable lingerie, ethically handmade

ColieCo is a sustainable lingerie brand redefining what ethical lingerie looks and feels like. Our pieces are designed to be fun, sexy and confidence-boosting without compromising on ethics, comfort or quality.

Every one of our garments is expertly handmade to order in our own studio in Portugal using carefully sourced reclaimed, recycled and low-carbon botanical fabrics. This made-to-order approach allows us to offer a wide range of highly customisable underwear styles - designed for all women, of all body shapes - while reducing waste to close to zero.

Out with grey and brown, drab and boring granny pants. In with colourbombs, fun cuts, and sustainable underwear that lasts. Because we believe that eco friendly underwear should look just as exciting as it feels.

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