Sustainability

At eugenie, we believe sustainability is nuanced and context-dependent—each designer follows their unique path toward our shared goal of planetary well-being. Our ethos is built on meticulous curation, highlighting primarily independent, women-owned labels actively working to reduce their impact on both people and the planet.

Research

We thoroughly research every brand we partner with, evaluating their production practices, materials, social standards, and commitment to circularity, and share our findings transparently with our community online. We prioritize supporting women-owned businesses and those embracing diversity and inclusion, while celebrating brands that reduce waste, use natural materials, and promote fair labor practices.

Education

Ongoing education and transparency are critical in the ever-evolving landscape of sustainable fashion. We believe in doing this work internally, with our team, through in-depth weekly brand trainings and regular cross-team dialogues about the nuances of sustainability in our industry. Externally, we make sustainability information accessible to our wider community on our website, share brand and designer-specific infographics on social media, and publish public spotlights featuring interviews with artists and designers about their sustainable practices.

Transparency

We share our behind-the-scenes brand research openly, using clear, accessible terms that everyone can understand. When shopping with us online, sustainability details for our brands are available under the product descriptions—just scroll down! With our transparent approach, you can make choices that align with your values, creating ripples of positive impact that extend into the wider world.

Community

Beyond our curated collections, we’re dedicated to promoting sustainability in our community through initiatives like pop-ups for local designers, donations to Detroit organizations like Alternatives for Girls and the Empowerment Plan, an annual grant for sustainable fashion designers in Detroit, and the creation of ARCHIVE by eugenie—a sister store that extends the life of products by offering sustainable apparel outside traditional seasonal cycles.

Our dedication to the environment shapes every aspect of our operations, from the brands we partner with to the packaging we use. We source boxes, bags, and mailers that are better for the planet, using materials like post-consumer waste, recycled tree-free content, and compostable fibers. By choosing packaging that is almost entirely USA-made, we cut down on transportation-related pollution and invest in our local economy.

This same commitment extends beyond our walls and into our hometown of Detroit. We actively work to fill the gaps in our city’s infrastructure by organizing clothing drives and advocating for commercial recycling options in our neighborhood. Together, we believe in shaping a future where sustainability transcends factory floors and becomes an integral part of the small, everyday moments in our lives.