Why Are Sustainable Fashion Pieces More Expensive?
The constant urge to consume, environmental damage, exploitative wage systems, and the loss of age-old crafts—there are urgent reasons to shift towards sustainable fashion. And yet, we understand the hesitation: for many, the price tag attached to sustainably made clothing can feel like a barrier.
But what if you knew exactly what you were paying for?
Let’s break it down.
1. Ethically Sourced Materials
Sustainable fashion begins with intention. From the choice of fabric to how and where it’s made, everything is considered. Natural fibers often cost more than synthetic ones—but they last longer, breathe better, and leave a smaller footprint. Sourcing responsibly and ensuring traceability adds to the cost, but also to the value.
2. Fair Wages
One of the core pillars of ethical fashion is paying fair wages. Not just minimum wage, but a living wage—so that garment workers can live with dignity, not just survive. This commitment naturally raises production costs, but it’s a non-negotiable step toward a more just fashion industry.
3. Limited Production
Fast fashion thrives on mass production. Thousands of pieces are made before knowing if they’ll even sell. Sustainable fashion, on the other hand, embraces small-batch production—thoughtful, slower, and tailored to real need. With fewer units produced, the cost per piece increases—but so does the meaning behind it.
4. Skilled Craftsmanship
Sustainable brands often collaborate with artisans and uphold traditional techniques that require time, skill, and care. These are not clothes that rush through factories—they’re designed and crafted with intention. And when you wear them, you feel it.
5. Longevity Over Trends
When a product is well-made—ethically sourced, carefully constructed, and timeless in design—it lasts. That means you’ll need fewer pieces in the long run. While fast fashion fades with seasons, sustainable pieces become staples. Investment pieces, not throwaways.
At İKİKIZ, we believe you deserve to know what you’re paying for.
From fabric choices to production practices, transparency matters. Our prices reflect not just what it costs to make something—but what it costs to make it right.
Thank you for being part of a slower, more thoughtful way of dressing.
A way that honors the planet, the people who make our clothes, and your place in it all.
