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For parents new and established, the hunt for sustainable baby and kid’s wear grows cumbersome. And the landscape for sustainable, unique and stylish options may be even tougher to navigate. Luckily, much of the vetting criteria for sustainable children’s wear follows the lead of sustainable adult fashion and thus prioritizes recycled fi ...

One of our favorites? These tiny harem pants (do you see the knee-patches?!) that are spun from reclaimed and recycled fibers, including upcycled plastic bottles.

Listen to our awesome chat with Louise Ulukaya, founder of Mon Couer clothing, as she explains to us how she uses recycled plastic and abandoned fishing lines to make her clothes for kids. You'll be surprised at all of the science that is involved!

After 2 years of research to perfect the best technologies and blends of materials to make earth-friendly clothes for kids, Mon Coeur was born.

The brands are creating ethical and sustainable items for young children while additionally bringing an educational aspect as well. 

They also have a few select options for parents too. Case in point: This super-cute sweatshirt that mom can match with her mini-me. Tres chic!

What if buttons and zippers could help keep plastic out of the ocean? That’s wearing Mon Coeur.

"On a daily basis this is what we talk about- how to make things better for the planet, providing better product options and making sure that the social aspect is very dominant within the company."

As the first day of school approaches for many students, parents are scrambling to stock up on wardrobe staples and other school gear for kids. Here's a list that includes back-to-school staples that are durable, stylish, and eco-friendly.

"Matching family sweatshirts never looked cuter than this sustainable pullover made from recycled and reclaimed fiber."

"Her brand empowers both kids and grown ups to make sustainable decisions around fashion from the time kids are very young."

"Imagine if the fabric for kids' clothes could be reclaimed from the atelier floor of more grown-up garments. What if buttons and zippers could help to keep plastic out of the ocean? Could we close the loop on kids' clothing?"

"Fresh notebooks and countless colored pencils aren’t the only back-to-school season buys on my radar this year. As my oldest child heads back to preschool, I’m already building his wardrobe with cool-kid Polo must-haves and the cutest sustainable denim from Mon Coeur."

Since launching Mon Coeur, I have learned so much, my family has grown with the birth of my daughter and most importantly I have realized parents want better options for themselves and their kids, and that fills my heart.

"Louise launched the brand this year after finding herself unable to source children's clothing for her son that both looked and felt good, but didn't harm the environment."

"For the hip kid on the block.... check out this incredibly warm little navy puffer jacket from Mon Coeur." 

"We are excited to have Louise Vongerichten Ulukaya, Founder of sustainable childrenswear brand, Mon Coeur: a brand that cares for the environment, respects the people making it, and that looks and feels good while being accessible for all."

"Made in Portugal, Mon Coeur's commitment to sustainability and zero waste feels unparalleled." 

"This company is about so much more than just selling clothes. They focus on two central goals: caring for our planet and caring for our children."

"That is why the brand’s entire inaugural collection was designed and manufactured locally in Europe and was made out of upcycled materials."

I want to make sustainability accessible, when you think about organics and sustainability there is a premium attached to it...our clothes are affordable and competitive.

New, fresh fashion brands such as Mon Coeur, will truly help push bigger and more established companies to revisit their use of fabrics being more eco-friendly.

"The brand was created from a place where imagination meets ingenuity, where fun meets function. Constructed for a brighter future that children will not only imagine, but will become their reality."

"From their super soft 100% recycled cotton to their woven labels and zippers that are made from upcycled plastic bottles, we can now feel good about the clothes our From their super soft 100% recycled cotton to their woven labels and zippers that are made from upcycled plastic bottles, we can now feel good about the clothes our children wear."

"Not only do Mon Coeur clothes feel good and look good, but they are also made from 100% recyclable material."

"The vendor partners with 5yres Institute and 1% for the Planet to support ocean and beach cleanups, tree planting and communities that are disproptionately affected by climate change. Now that's a mission that everyone can take to heart."

"Tafoya's 7-year-old daughter is obsessed with her Mon Coeur swimsuit and loves the squiggle print and the bows on the bottoms."

"...I like that the brand really believes in using sustainable fabrics coupled with adorable designs that fit the aesthetic of the parents to be."

A vibrant and sustainable children's clothing label that is dedicated to making cozy and playful kids' clothing that lasts so that our planet does too. 

These are quality clothes you'll feel good about gifting to a little one in your life, and their collection is adorable. 

What mom doesn't love matching her mini? This comfy sweatshirt has a touching message too.

One clothing line, however, is eager to be more environmentally friendly towards our planet. 

"..Stylish, fun and sustainable clothes."

"..founder of Mon Coeur Louise Ulukaya believes that every day can be Earth Day!" 

The sweet Mommy and Me duo from Mon Coeur is perfect for the first-time Mom.