Your Big Guide To Ethical Jogging Bottoms In The UK
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Looking for ethical and sustainable jogging bottoms and sweatpants? I’ve put together my favourite jogger brands for men and women in the UK to help you out.
Whether you are looking for something comfortable to lounge in, or something practical to exercise or do sports in, jogging bottoms are the perfect fit. However, sweatpants made in sweatshops aren’t exactly ethical or sustainable. And with many activewear brands accused of using forced labour, it can feel tricky finding brands that prioritise both people and the planet.
Thankfully, more and more UK brands are prioritising sustainability, meaning it’s easier than ever to choose joggers that are kind to both people and the planet. To help you out, I’ve rounded up my sustainable favourites – including the brands using organic cotton or recycled materials, and fair labour practices.
Guide To UK Ethical Joggers Brands
Here are my favourite ethical and sustainable jogging bottoms brands in the UK for both men and women.
The price range key for this guide is:
£ = Under £50 | ££ = £50 – 100 | £££ = £100+
Silverstick
- Budget: ££
- Caters for: Men (sizes S – XL)
- Available from Brothers We Stand
Silverstick’s joggers are a good sustainable choice for men. Its comfortable joggers – available in 5 different colours – are made from heavyweight Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS)-certified Aegean cotton. This type of organic cotton is prized for its softness, quality and durability – meaning your joggers should go the distance.
Silverstick is also committed to ethical production, with each garment cut and sewn in a GOTS-certified factory, that adheres to strict social and environmental standards. The brand also uses sustainable dyes and water-based inks that are free from harmful chemicals.
Get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the Brothers We Stand mailing list.
NWHR
- Budget: ££
- Caters for: Men (sizes XS – XL)
- Available from Brothers We Stand
Spanish brand NWHR (available in the UK at Brothers We Stand) is another brand that is well worth a look at. This ethical brand makes its jogging bottoms from certified organic cotton. It also only uses vegan-friendly dyes, making all of its products completely cruelty-free.
The vast majority of its products are also made in the EU – in Northern Portugal to be exact – by GBTX, a GOTS-certified factory audited by SMETA for labour standards. SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) is a widely used audit methodology assessing ethical practices in labour, health, and the environment.
Get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the Brothers We Stand mailing list.
BAM
- Budget: ££
- Caters for: Men (sizes S – XXL) and women (UK sizes 6 – 18)
- Available from BAM
BAM is another top choice for ethical jogging bottoms – with heaps of sustainable options for all types of activities – from yoga to the gym – for both men and women.
Most are made from 100% organic cotton and are certified recyclable. This means BAM has not only designed it to be recycled, you can send your pair back for free with BAM’s Take-Back Scheme when you are done with them.
Others are made from bamboo viscose – which is what BAM specialises in. This is an incredibly soft, breathable, and moisture-wicking fabric, that keeps you drier and fresher for longer.
Whilst bamboo viscose can be quite a dirty and polluting fabric to make, BAM works closely with its suppliers to ensure they follow best practices. BAM has also joined the ZDHC Foundation. ZDHC is the industry body working to lower emissions and improve waste treatment, so that viscose can be made with zero harmful pollution.
And, as a certified B Corp (a business that has been independently certified for meeting high standards of social and environmental performance and transparency), BAM is committed to achieving zero carbon emissions, zero waste, and fair treatment for all workers by 2030.
Komodo
- Budget: ££
- Caters for: Men and women
- Available from Komodo
Komodo is another solid choice if you are looking for sustainable joggers. Made from 100% organic cotton, they’re soft, breathable, and free from harmful chemicals.
Komodo has been committed to sustainable fashion since 1988 – long before most other brands. With a focus on fair wages and safe working conditions in its partner factories in Kathmandu, Java, and beyond – many of its factories are GOTS-certified. It only uses eco-friendly fabrics, and it has a zero single-use plastics policy.
Komodo is also a member of 1% for the Planet, supporting projects like rainforest restoration in Sumatra.
Get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the Komodo mailing list.
VO
- Budget: £
- Caters for: Unisex fit / Gender neutral (sizes S – 2XL)
- Available from VO
If you’re looking for gender-neutral and vegan-friendly joggers, head to VO. This PETA-approved vegan brand ethically makes its joggers from high-quality cotton. Although some VO are made from organic cotton, do note that its joggers aren’t.
Each pair features some fun embroidery – from bees or ladybirds to planets or the sun and the moon. These are quite discreet but add a bit of personality to your jogging bottoms.
Zero-waste is important to VO. It only uses plastic-free packaging, and its garments are made to order or in small batches to prevent overproduction. Beyond fashion, VO donates a percentage of its profits to impactful initiatives, from supporting animal rescue sanctuaries to planting wildflowers to restore bee habitats and funding marine biodiversity projects.
Beaumont Organic
- Budget: ££ – £££
- Caters for: Women (UK sizes 8 – 16)
- Available from Beaumont Organic
If you’re looking for wide-leg joggers, whether it’s for yoga or just for the comfort and style factor, then try Beaumont Organic.
This UK brand makes all of its joggers from 95% organic cotton and 5% elastane. As well as using sustainable materials, Beaumont Organic is committed to transparency. It details each stage of production – from spinning to sewing – all of which predominantly take place in Portugal under ethical working conditions.
It also prioritises low-impact logistics and reduces waste through recycled packaging and innovative knitting techniques. And on top of that, Beaumont Organic offers free repairs on all of its garments to help extend their lifespan and reduce textile waste. It’s how fashion should be done.
Rapanui
- Budget: £
- Caters for: Men (sizes S – 2XL) and women (sizes S – 2XL)
- Available from Rapanui
If you’re on a budget, but are looking for ethical joggers made from organic cotton, and with a solid takeback scheme in place then try Rapanui. Catering for men and women, its 100% organic cotton sweatpants are made in a renewable energy-powered factory that prioritises both people and the planet.
Rapanui’s closed-loop system encourages customers to return worn-out items, which are then recycled into new products, helping to reduce textile waste. The brand’s regenerative approach uses natural and recycled materials, while the dyeing process utilises closed-loop water systems that filter and reuse wastewater, saving water and eliminating the risk of pollution.
Plainandsimple
- Budget: £
- Caters for: Men (sizes S – XL) and women (UK sizes 4 – 18)
- Available from Plainandsimple
For fully plastic-free jogging bottoms, try Plainandsimple. This sustainable brand prioritises a zero-waste approach, using 100% compostable and recyclable materials from the fabric to the packaging. It guarantees 0% plastic in its clothing – from the fabric to the label, and even the stitching.
As well as being made using plastic-free materials, its joggers are made from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton, with durable stitching designed to last. These are made ethically in certified factories that are powered by renewable energy.
Plainandsimple doesn’t stop there. When you are done, you can return your worn-out joggers for recycling or composting in exchange for a discount on your next order.
Get 10% off your first order when you sign up for the Plainandsimple mailing list.
Girlfriend Collective
- Budget: ££
- Caters for: Women (UK sizes 6 – 22)
- Available from The Sports Edit
When it comes to jogging bottoms, I prefer natural fabrics such as cotton. However, if cotton’s not your thing then try Girlfriend Collective’s collection of joggers. These are made from 91% recycled plastic bottles and 9% spandex. With moisture-wicking, quick-drying fabric and elasticated cuffs, they’re great for lounging or workouts.
In terms of ethics, Girlfriend Collective produces its clothing in its SA8000-certified Vietnamese factory. SA8000 is a globally recognised certification that verifies ethical workplace practices. It covers areas like child labour, fair wages, working hours, and health and safety, ensuring factories comply with strict social accountability standards through regular audits.
More Sustainable Clothing Inspiration
Looking for more ethical wardrobe resources? I’ve got heaps of UK-focused guides for you – try these for size:
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Re clothing – have you looked at Community clothing. I think they may come into the ethical list. Built to last!
Thanks so much for the recommendation Jane! I’ve actually got a Substack article coming up shortly that features them!