Menswear designers have made great strides with garments that are every bit as good-looking as they are green. And many retailers have turned a sustainable eye toward the clothes-making process, in a market segment that, according to MarketLine, is expected to grow by 13.9 percent in 2016. Made with reused scrap fabrics, responsibly acquired wool, or organic cotton, here are jackets, coats, and vests to suit his eco-minded sensibility.

OUTDOORS

KEY PIECE: PhD SmartLoft jacket by SmartWool

Who says a down jacket can’t be stylish enough for a night out? When it’s as streamlined and slim-fitting as this one, all you need to complete the look is a pair of slim pants and a chunky scarf. The company is Zque-accredited, a program that ensures environmental, social, and economic sustainability for growers of merino wool.

Worn with: Organic Cotton polo, Pure Organic Merino Wool scarf, hessnatur; Wax On pants, Nau

WEEKEND

KEY PIECE: Legacy Trench coat by Icebreaker

A substantial coat offers great protection from the chill. Made with renewable, recyclable, and biodegradable merino wool, and you can trace the sheep farm where it came from using the unique “Baacode” stitched on the garment.

Worn with: Organic Pima Cotton shirt, Patagonia; Teton Hood hoodie, Icebreaker; Saxton Cord pants, Prana; Iroko shoes, El Naturalista

SPORT

KEY PIECE: Aire WI Vest by Ibex

A little more thought about what to wear is needed when you’re biking. Coats with bulky sleeves will keep you warm, but can be restrictive. Opt for a vest that offers warmth while freeing up your arms. This two-color model from Ibex is made of 100 percent corn polymer and features a recycled nylon shell.

Worn with: Quest Zip T-shirt, Icebreaker; Jaxson beanie, Prana; Baggies shorts, Patagonia; Energy Tight tights, Ibex; Quantum Glove gloves, Icebreaker; Mv2 Speed Racer, Newton Running

WORK

KEY PIECE: Throwback jacket by Horny Toad

Layer a structured blazer over a shirt and chinos, for a smart look for 9-to-5. (This one is lined with 90 percent recycled polyester.) The same piece paired with dark denims is a killer combination once you clock out.

Worn with: Organic Cotton shirt, hessnatur; Kickstand Chino pants, Horny Toad

WHERE TO BUY

El Naturalista, elnaturalista.com

Horny Toad, hornytoad.com

Ibex, ibex.com

Icebreaker, icebreaker.com

hessnatur, hessnatur.com

Looptworks, looptworks.com

Nau, nau.com

Newton Running, newtonrunning.com

Patagonia, patagonia.com

Prana, prana.com

SmartWool, smartwool.com 

In his new documentary, “Mansome,” Morgan Spurlock, director of “Super Size Me” turns his lens on the “manscape” of male grooming, now a booming industry. According to Mintel, the Chicago-based research firm, sales of men’s toiletries (including deodorant, haircare, skin care and shaving) is forecast to hit $2.56 billion in 2012, up more than 15 percent from 2006, and $3.19 billion by 2016. Who says we don’t care about how we look?

Your 20s 

BIGGEST GROOMING ISSUE: ABUSE 

Admit it, you feel invincible in your 20s. It’s as if there’s nothing you can do that your body can’t make right the next day. This includes late nights and long hours studying, working and partying, as well as not following through with a proper skin care routine. Honestly, this is the best time to establish a regimen that will carry through the rest of your life. Arm yourself with the right products now and your skin will thank you later.

Dr. Bronner’s Peppermint Liquid Soap

If you can afford to live by yourself, there’s no excuse not to upgrade your bathroom amenities. This tingly soap is a great waker-upper especially after a late night. $16.99, drbronner.com

OM4 Healing Herbal Antifungal Foot Treatment

If you’re an active guy, you probably have a gym membership. The one drawback? The bacteria that thrive in wet locker rooms can lead to athlete’s foot. The pau d’arco in this organic foot cream is an effective anti-fungal, and will send those nasties packing. $30, omformen.com

CTonics Tantra Cleansing Tonic

A muscular dandruff tonic made from bioactive, organic food-grade ingredients. Swedish pine tar oil, rosemary and chamomile calm an irritated scalp while exfoliating and removing bacteria and fungal growth. $34, ctonics.com

Your 30s

BIGGEST GROOMING ISSUE: OLD HABITS 

You realize your body is not as tough as you thought. Acne scarring becomes more prevalent, sun damage from inadequate sunscreen appears and…is that a gray hair? The good news is that it’s not too late to reverse the damage. Super-charge your regimen and give yourself a fighting chance to continue looking good.

Burt’s Bees Rejuvenating Lip Balm

Quench thirsty, parched lips—from a long work night or a dry, cold environment— with a few swipes of this anti-oxidant-rich balm. $3, burtsbees.com

Badger Balm For Hardworking Hands Moisturizing Balm

Whether you spent the day tending your garden, mowing the lawn, or building your son’s tree house, give your hands some TLC with this USDA-certified organic moisturizing balm, $7.99, badgerbalm.com

Organic Fiji Lemongrass Tangerine Sugar Polish

Every now and then, treat yourself to a whole-body exfoliation. This not only results in smoother skin, it also allows body creams to penetrate—and moisturize—better. $30, organicfiji.com

Your 40s

BIGGEST GROOMING ISSUE: SIMPLIFICATION

A bit of irony: After twenty-something years of product use, streamlining now becomes the name of the game. Think of it this way: You devote less time towards skincare so that you can enjoy the fruits of your labor. Totally understandable, but just because you use fewer products doesn’t mean you should forgo measurable results.

Bryce Organics Himalayan Goji Facial Peel

CoEnzyme Q10 is a naturallyproduced vitamin in your body, and it helps fight signs of free radical damage. As you age, however, the levels at which the vitamin is produced decreases. Give it a boost with this organic face peel. $58, bryceorganics.com

Dr. Hauschka Cleansing Milk

This extra-mild cleanser contains bentonite clay that soothes and cools irritation—perfect for guys with very sensitive skin. It also doubles as a shaving cream—and lubricates your razor for an easy shave. $36.95, drhauschka.com

Ursa Major 4-in-1 Essential Face Toner

It’s difficult not to get behind a product that can do the job of four. This toner rids skin of daily dirt and grime, exfoliates and clears blocked pores, hydrates and soothes a freshly shaven skin. You’re done and out the door in less than a minute. $24, ursamajormen.com

Your 50s+

Dr. Alkaitis Eye Crème

This organic aloe vera-based eye cream refreshes tired eyes, reduces puffiness and dark circles, and even makes fine lines less apparent. $60, alkaitis.com

Derma E Vitamin A Retinyl Palmitate Wrinkle Treatment Gel

Retinyl palmitate, a retinol ester, has been shown to plump skin and improve your body’s ability to produce collagen, which is what you need to fight signs of aging. $13.75, dermae.com

Suki Targeted Bio-Brightening Face Serum

Serums are your moisturizers and toners with the volume turned up. This one brightens and evens out sullen and blotchy skin with arbutin, a safer alternative to hydroquinone. $82.95, sukiskincare.com

All of the kits in this round-up fulfill the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) 3-1-1 policy on carry-on liquids. Meaning, they are 3.4 ounces (100 ml) or less each, and could fit in a one-quart-size Ziploc bag. (Each passenger is allowed one of these bags.) For updated travel advisories, head to www.tsa.gov.

2. Hydrate!

The dry cabin air causes dry, parched skin. “Airplanes can have as little as 10 percent of the humidity found on the ground—that’s drier than Death Valley in June!” says renowned author and travel authority Peter Greenberg of www.petergreenberg.com. Pack a small tube of moisturizer, and apply as often as you can while on the plane.

3. Recover from jet lag with sleep and water.

Like your skin, water is your best friend when adjusting to a new time zone. “One of the best techniques to combat jet lag is to stay hydrated,” says Greenberg. Before, during, and as you land, increase your water intake. Licensed acupuncturist Ted Ray, L.Ac. recommends eight ounces of water for every three hours you’re airborne. (He also suggests ditching the airline earphones in favor of noise-canceling ones.) Try to start sleeping on the local time once you land, so your body gets used to the location faster. Products containing lavender or chamomile would help you get some well-deserved shut-eye, says Kayla Fioravanti of Essential Wholesale. Rub Badger’s certified organic sleep balm ($10, www.badgerbalm.com) on your temples and your neck as you settle into bed.

4. When in doubt, pack your own.

If you’re traveling to a developing country, be wary of where you get your drinking water—you don’t want to spend your vacation in a hospital bed, after all. Greenberg recommends the SteriPen (from $89.95, www.steripen.com), which uses UV rays to destroy any bacterial microbes in your drinking water. Another option is Pure Water 2 Go (from $7.95, www.purewater2go.com). “A sixteen-ounce bottle with an advanced filter costs only about thirteen dollars and can treat up to forty gallons of water,” he adds.

Editor’s Product Picks

Arcona Basic Five Travel Kit

FACE, $87 | A change in location—be it the temperature, humidity levels, or pollution—can wreak havoc on those with very sensitive skin. Use this no-fuss set to help calm it down. Includes cleanser, exfoliator, toner, moisturizer, and night serum.

Dionis Travel Kit

HAIR & BODY, $9.99 | The paraben-filled toiletries provided by many hotels are not cool. Replace them with these organic goats-milk-formulated bath products instead. Includes shampoo, conditioner, body lotion, and body wash.

Kahina—Giving Beauty Travel Basics

FACE & BODY, $65 | The all-purpose, 100-percent-organic argan oil moisturizer is as effective in moisturizing a dry face as it is softening rough elbows and calloused feet. Includes cleanser, lotion, and moisturizer.

Korres Delta-Inspired Travel Essentials Value Set

FACE, BODY & HAIR, $12.99 | This kit has everything you can possibly need for a week-long sojourn. Includes lip balm, shower gel, body milk, shampoo, conditioner, face cleanser, cooling gel, moisturizer, and eye cream.

Pevonia Botanica Spa-At-Home Essentials Pack

BODY, $44 | Make even the most run-down motel feel like a 5-star hotel with this cruelty-free collection of bath and body essentials. Includes scrub, bath salts, shower gel, moisturizer, and palm oil-based candle.

Thymes Daily Commute Experience Kit

FACE & BODYy, $26 | Don’t neglect your kisser while on the plane! Continued application of the organic beeswax lip balm assures you of soft, kissable lips upon touch down. Includes hand cleanser, toning mist, and lip balm.

SHOPPING DIRECTORY >> Arcona, www.arcona.com, 877-272-6620; Dionis, www.dionissoap.com, 800-566-7627; FlyRight, www.jetlagformula.com, 888-564-900; Kahina, www.kahina-givingbeauty.com, 917-325-0158; Korres, www.korresusa.com, 888-372-7862; Pevonia Botanica, www.pevonia.com, 800-738-6642; Thymes, www.thymes.com, 800-366-4071; Tisserand, www.tisserandusa.com, 630-800-7859; Two Leaves and a Bud, www.twoleavesandabud.com, 866-631-7973; Yon-ka Paris, www.yonka.com, 800-533-6276

HEALTH

It’s not only important to donate to organizations that help pay for the treatment of those afflicted with life-threatening ailments like breast cancer and AIDS (incidentally, December 1st is World AIDS Day), but you should also help fund research that may one day lead to a cure.

What companies are doing:

The Susan G. Komen For The Cure (www.komen.org) movement is one of most recognized faces dedicated to the fight against breast cancer, with its Race for the Cure a prolific event every year. Beauty companies such as Canus, BasqNYC, and Lavera have contributed to the movement.

Amrit Organic, Mambino Organics and Patch Me Up Organics focus on health issues of the little ones, through donations to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (www.stjude. org). The Tennessee-based hospital functions both as a hospital and research facility to find cures for children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases.

What you can do:

The American Cancer Society has a multitude of activities you may participate in to raise money for research and treatment. They conduct golf tournaments, galas, and marathons. Head to www.cancer.org for schedules.

WATER

Access to potable water is an often-overlooked privilege. Perhaps it’s because we know that the earth is 70 percent water that we think we’re not going to run out; or simply because it flows so freely from our faucets.

What companies are doing:

April Rain’s founder, April Zangl, founded the “Beauty for Pure Water Foundation.” Percentage of proceeds from every sale of April Rain Skin Science products go to charity: water, a non-profit that funds projects and drills wells in communities in desperate need of clean drinking water.

The company behind the magazine in your hands also supports three organizations: The Clean Water Fund (dedicated to educating Americans to be more mindful of how we use our water), Oceana (conducts campaigns aimed at preserving the earth’s many oceans), and Ocean Champions (works with the U.S. Congress to ensure the ocean’s long-term health through electoral and legislative action).

What you can do:

According to Oceana (www.oceana.org), Americans use up 300 to 700 plastic bags every year—that’s a lot of unnecessary pollution that, more often than not, end up in the North Pacific gyre. Work towards reducing how much you use—from shopping bags that carry your groceries, to water bottles whenever you work out.

THE WAR

Whether you’re pro or against the war, it’s undeniable that people involved in it—the soldiers, their families, those caught in the crossfire—need your support.

What companies are doing:

Akabi donates a portion of their sales to The Mercy Corps, a global network of 3,700 professionals working to bring change in areas of crisis.

What you can do:

On top of donations of food, clothing, and day-to-day necessities, you can also purchase Mercy Kits from The Mercy Corps’s website, www. mercycorps.org. The kits start at $18, and contain everything the recipient needs to get them started in various livelihoods.

WILDLIFE

Though they were first to walk on this earth, many wildlife species are on the verge of getting wiped out due to human interference to the natural order.

What companies are doing:

Derma E regularly donates to The World Wildlife Fund (WWF). WWF is at the forefront of cultivating a world where humans and animals peacefully exist together, through the 1,300 conservation projects they have around the world.

What you can do:

The best way to appreciate WWF’s efforts in preservation is by experiencing it yourself. In your next out-ofcountry trip, make a pit stop to a WWF-assisted sanctuary. Not only will you get to see the beauty of the animals up close, the local town benefits as well: Many sanctuaries employ townspeople as a way to introduce them to sustainable livelihoods.

You can also head to www.wwf.org and adopt an animal that’s in great danger of getting wiped out. By adopting (donation amounts start at $25), you help fight threats such as habitat loss and poaching.

But perhaps the simplest way you can do your part in making sure wildlife endure is by following the saying “Take nothing but memories, leave nothing but footprints” wherever you are.

SHELTER AND HABITAT

These groups work hard to provide one of the three basic human needs: shelter.

What companies are doing:

Habitat for Humanity organizes builds around the world. Here, through donations of money, materials, even man-power, the non-profit erects houses to be sold at no profit to low-income families. Elayne’s and Burt’s Bees are two of many green companies that have lent not only financial aid to Habitat for Humanity, but also have asked employees to roll up their sleeves and lend a hand at build sites.

What you can do:

Volunteering remains the core of Habitat for Humanity—people are needed whenever they have a build. Search for a local affiliate at www.habitat.org and see which departments need an extra set of hands.

CHILDREN

The future belongs not to us, but to our children. By addressing their most pressing concerns now—health and literacy among others—we ensure that we’re arming them with the tools necessary to continue on in this world.

What companies are doing:

Zendals has a very unique program wherein every reflexology massaging sandals that have been returned for recycling are sent to a firm in New Jersey to be ground up and reproduced to child-sized flipflops.

CA Botana recently gave spa products to Angel Faces, a non-profit that help—through healing retreats—adolescent girls see beyond their facial disfigurements and empower them to reach their full potential.

Ten percent of the profits from Jamu Asian Spa’s Blessing Baths collection go to UNICEF (www.unicef.org). This globally recognized company works tirelessly to ensure that every child has access to quality education. On the local front, Gilden Tree supports Los Angeles-based Write Girl. This organization gives high school girls techniques, insights, and tips on how they can express themselves through writing.

What you can do:

Book drives happen frequently in the United States, with recipients coming from local children’s hospitals to Latin America, to Africa. Ask your school district if any of the schools in your area are doing one soon. (Usually, these drives happen during the summer time, as students discard last year’s books.) You can also head to www.developafrica.org and www.worldfund.org. These two sites accept book donations year-round.

Four Elements Herbals

The brand started when Jane Hawley Stevens established a family farm in order to further her horticultural career. It is within the 130-acre prairie and woodland property that she owns that she created a chakra garden to help visitors find energy and healing.

Finding her desire to specialize in the healing qualities of herbs, she began to harvest and blend them—with women local to her central Wisconsin location—into “simple and pure food for your skin,” as Steven describes.

Four Elements Herbals carries an impressive range of organic bath and body products. For those who yearn for an invigorating soak at the end of a long day, 11 different bath salts are on offer. Want to quench your parched skin? Moisture Creams—all seven of them—double as face and body moisturizers. If you have problem skin, it also carries formulations that can help. “One of the brand’s best-sellers,” notes Stevens, “is the eczema cream and soap.” Her daughter herself uses it. Acne-plagued teenagers (and adults!) will appreciate the witch hazel-spiked toner. Finally, herbal teas round up the package with a finish that’s nothing short of calming. $5 to $20. Available at www.fourenergyelements.com. Call 608-522-4492 for more information.

Energy Muse Jewelry

“[The philosophy behind] Energy Muse is ancient wisdom for modern times,” say the brand’s two co-founders, Heather Askinosie and Timmi Jandro. They aim to connect the world to the energetic properties of gemstones and crystals. And there’s no better way to do this than with jewelry. Think about it: Every person considers the selection of accessories to be a very personal issue. Think wedding rings and heirloom watches and you get the idea.

“We combine natural occurring gemstones, ancient symbols, color, and design for a very distinctive and stylish necklace or bracelet,” adds Askinosie and Jandro. Besides lending a hip vibe to the wearer, the Chakra Collection of personal jewelry also helps influence a desired outcome. The 5th Chakra bracelet, pictured here, relates to the throat chakra. Worn on your wrist, the bracelet encourages self-expression, creativity, and confidence. This is achieved with the use of turquoise, aquamarine, blue lace agate, fluorite, and azurite all working in tandem to enhance creative expression, calm your mind, and improve self-confidence. From $100. Available at www.energymuse.com, or call 1-866-674-4367 for store locations.

Aveda Chakra Balancing Body Mist Collection

Based on the 5,000-year-old practice of Ayurveda, a traditional system of healthy living principles in India, Aveda’s seven-piece collection promotes health, balance, and personal growth. Each body mist is made with aromas and essential oils specific to one of the seven chakras, and promotes relaxation and a sense of balance. It also complements your practice of yoga and other meditative arts if it is used before a session. Interesting fact: You don’t just come to the store and walk away with a spray willy-nilly. (Well, you could, but that’s robbing you of the sensory experience that comes with buying a bottle.) An Aveda associate will lay out Chakra Journey Cards and ask you to choose three. Then, she’ll have you sample aromas. The aroma you choose becomes the body mist that will promote your personal well-being for the day. $30 for a 100-ml bottle. Visit www.aveda.com for store locations.

What began 40 years ago continues to inspire the masses. Earth Day is a vehicle to increase awareness—and a call to action—of what must be done to protect and preserve our planet. Founded by then-Wisconsin senator Gaylord Nelson in 1970, Earth Day was born to urge legislators and policy-makers to add environmental concerns to the national agenda. The movement became global in 1990, with the United Nations Earth Summit (the first one in Rio de Janeiro) serving as a springboard for the leaders of many nations to meet and discuss issues affecting the earth. To this day, the celebration remains steadfast in its drive to promote global dialogue in the areas of climate change, renewable energy, and sustainability. You can show your support and take part in this year’s activities by logging on to these websites:

Earth Day Network

The website is a place for activists to connect, organize, and post Earth Day-related programs. www.earthday.net/earthday2010

My Earth Hour

With one small request—turning off your lights for an hour—My Earth Hour is able to prove that positive change can be had when people work together. www.myearthhour.org

United States Environmental Protection Agency

Contains a thorough list of Earth Day activities for each state in the U.S. www.epa.gov/earthday

In the age of drive-thru this and quick-fix that, it seems imperceptible that Carl Honoré’s first audio program advocates a lifestyle that’s the opposite. Yet, in The Power of Slow: Finding Balance and Fulfillment beyond the Cult of Speed (Sounds True, $24.95), Honoré explains just how, in taking things slow, you actually are able to accomplish things faster while improving the quality of the output.

The heart of the problem, he argues, is that we don’t do things while we’re in the zone—we fail to give just one thing our full, undivided attention. (Blame it on the need to resolve things quickly that we tend to deal with everything all at once.) By putting “mental brakes” on day-to-day activities, we see things in their full breadth, thus making us better equipped to finish the task at hand.

The first hurdle? Honoré asks that you don’t listen to the program while you’re engaged in something else, like making dinner, working out, even driving home. It makes sense: You’re learning how to focus on just one thing at a given moment.

The three-hour disc guides you to different aspects in your life that will benefit from slowing down. At work, Honoré suggests that we don’t multi-task, even though it’s very tempting to do so. Prioritize the most pressing deadline and ensure it’s done before you move to the next. You’ll see that your output is better compared to if you’re rushing and juggling many things. In a relationship, go back to the “Honeymoon Period,” when everything that your partner did interested you—and you’ll find renewed affection for each other. Finally, in food, take the time to sit down and eat. By savoring each bite and appreciating the heart that came in preparing the meal, you not only become satisfied with a small amount of food (a weight-loss tactic), but you also re-establish the joys of eating.

And yes, this article was written while employing Honoré’s tips.

Autonomie Project

The canvas of the Ethletic tennis sneakers is made from 100 percent Fair-Trade-certified cotton, and the sole is FSC-certified all-natural and sustainable latex. $54; www.autonomieproject.com

El Naturalista (above)

The non-slip outsoles of the Trillo hiking shoes are made of recycled rubber, and the leather uses wet-white slip leather, a more environmentally sound way of processing the fabric because it uses natural products such as chestnut and mimosa. Upon request; www.elnaturalista.com

Rawganique (above)

Meant for brisk walks, light runs, or easy treks, these sweat-shop-free hemp sports shoes use organic European hemp produced under fair labor conditions. $94; www.rawganique.com

JadeYoga Encore Mat (above)

We didn’t think this company, committed to producing the most eco-friendly yoga mats from rubber trees, could produce an even “greener” product. Introducing, Encore, the first yoga mat containing recycled, all-natural rubber. $65; www.jadeyoga.com

Fit in 5: Ultimate Body Blitz

Mix it up! Say goodbye to those redundant workout routines and hello to this set of DVD’s that offers five 20-minute workouts each, ranging from dance to Pilates. $16.99; www.acacialifestyle.com

Innate Vite Plus V2 Stainless Steel Single-Wall Sport Bottle

With a variety of bright colors and patterns to choose from, Innate’s Sport Bottle is designed to accompany any workout. It fits most bike cages and is uniquely designed to clip onto a backpack. Starting at $15.00; www.innate-gear.com

MEN’S

Patagonia

The all-purpose, recyclable Alpine Wind Jacket is a must-pack whenever you heed the call of the outdoors. Not only does it wick moisture, it will shield you from the wind. $99; www.patagonia.com

Alternative Apparel

Buy several of this warm-weather staple and wear them in all your casual outings—including the thrice-a-week visit to the gym. $40; www.alternativeapparel.com

Topo Ranch

Its striking color may just be the thing that would wake up your early morning jog. $46; www.toporanch.com

Ocean Minded

The company behind this 100-percent-organic cotton Identity T-shirt works with local groups in different countries to help clean up beaches. $28; www.oceanminded.com

WOMEN’S

Deux FM

Try a water-based sport to break the monotony of working out—and bust a plateau. $82; www.nimli.com

hessnatur

This lightweight jersey dress is made from silk worms with a diet of bio-dynamically grown mulberry leaves. The resulting silk is longer and finer, and hugs your body better. $118; www.hessnatur.com

Athleta

Combine the scrunch side ties, semi-fitted feel, and flattering v-neck, and the Siddhasana Sweater becomes an ideal piece to put on to an after-workout soirée. $128; www.athleta.gap.com

Pi Organic

Look extra-comfortable while working out with these soft capri sweats. Made of 50 percent organic cotton and 50 percent bamboo. $114; www.piorganic.com

Horny Toad

Slip the Evan capri pants on your next dance class and appreciate how its lightweight construction allows for maximum freedom of movement. $58; www.hornytoad.com

Omala

This bamboo-lycra tank top’s built-in bra is separated from the front of the garment to ensure faster drying. $60; www.omalausa.com

Alo

A perfect pair. Match these one-of-a-kind Skirt Capris with this 67 percent bamboo Warm-Up Jacket. Experience the comfort of this sustainable yoga wear, without sacrificing style. Women’s High Neck Warm-Up Jacket, $82; www.alosport.com Skirt Capri, $50; www.alosport.com

Travel is one of the major highlights this season, and there’s no shortage of sustainable gear to tag along with your eco-minded vacation. If you’re the throw-everything-in-one-bag kind of guy, you’ll appreciate Nau’s 100 percent organic cotton Fluent Traveler weekender. Prefer to head outdoors and view and photograph wildlife? Tilley’s safari-inspired hemp hats are resistant to salt water, has UV protection, and are breathable, ensuring you’ll have a great time admiring towering giraffes.

NAU FLUENT TRAVELER BAG, $280, www.nau.com, 877-454-5628

TILLEY ENDURABLES HAT, $77, www.tilley.com, 800-363-8737

Stop the Chill

Headed to warmer States? Don’t forget to pack a sweater or cardigan, such as this handsome organic cotton zip-up from hessnatur—perfect for evening temperatures.

HESSNATUR SWEATER, $280

HESSNATUR SHIRT, $85 Available at www.hessnatur.com, 888-523-0945

Color Me Casual

Time to break out of the dreary blacks, grays, and blues that defined many a guy’s wardrobe for months: Spring is the perfect time to experiment with color. Follow the color of your iris if you’re unsure of what suits you best.

NAU LIGHTBEAM JACKET, $175

NAU DETOUR SHORTS, $90 Available at www.nau.com, 877-454-5628

Brave the Storm

Keep dry with Nau’s lightweight Succinct Trench made from recycled polyester. It’s waterproof and can be rolled up for easy storage.

NAU SUCCINCT TRENCH, $250, www.nau.com, 877-454-5628

Checkmate

Their flannel counterparts kept you warm during winter, now let a lightweight plaid (or its other, often-confused flavors: gingham, tartan, and check) shirt be your go-to garment for casual outings. Whether worn over a plain tee or by itself, this 100 percent organic cotton shirt from Topo Ranch looks great while you’re having water ice at the neighborhood shop.

TOPO RANCH NOLERO SHIRT, $34, www.toporanch.com. 310-822-0904

T for 2

Humble as it may be, no guy’s closet is complete without a few T-shirts. Think of them as the canvas for many outfits: With a hoodie they’re meant for a casual stroll, with a blazer they dress you up for a tapas-themed date.

AUTONOMIE PROJECT BIKE FISH T-SHIRT, $26, www.autonomieproject.com, 877-218-9131

Everything in its Place

Flip flops have become a staple. We take them along to the beach, the locker room, our backyards during informal barbecues, and keep a pair or two just for lounging at home. These Autonomie Project flip flops are 100 percent natural and use fairly traded FSC-certified rubber.

AUTONOMIE PROJECT ETHLETIC FLIP FLOPS, $20, www.autonomieproject.com, 877-218-9131

PRANA MOMENTUM PANTS, $50, www.prana.com, 800-557-7262

Samtosa Clothing

This 27 percent organic cotton cross-back tank top has a comfortable built-in bra.

BIJA TANK TOP,

$60,www.samtosaclothing.com, 415-948-3427

Kate Organic

This statement piece is made of organic cotton feather fleece. To balance the drama of the exaggerated hood, keep the rest of your outfit simple: plain tank and pants, and loose, flowy hair.

THE RIDING HOOD, $198

CHELSEA MORNING PANT in organic cotton voile, $104

www.kateorganic.com, 877-429-5283

Inphorm

Score a style ace with this fitted—but not constricting—top and cropped drawstring pants. To add more points in the eco-playbook is the fact that the Bangkok factories where the garments are produced use solar power (even the sewing machines!).

ACE TOP, $44

CROPPED PANTS, $48,

www.inphormnyc.com, 866-688-1224

Hyde

Yoga Hyde’s Divine Drawstring pants aren’t the company’s best-sellers for nothing—these gorgeous, 92 percent organic cotton pants do not have side seams and have pearl-edged hems for maximum freedom of movement. Stock up on them—they are available in a plethora of colors.

YOGA PANTS,

$69,www.yogahyde.com, 646-330-4646

Athleta

With its deep v-neck and flattering A-line, the organic cotton Señorita dress will become your favorite after-workout garment. Wear it on its own or over denim jeans and a wedge sandal. Complete the look with bangles.

SENORITA DRESS,

$69, www.athleta.com, 877-328-4538

Revenge Is

A special edition shirt that draws attention to rainforest preservation, with a percentage of proceeds from sales going toward conservation organizations.

T-SHIRT,

$36, www.revengeis.com, 877-326-8331

Be Present

The men’s French Terry hoodie is a good warm-up jacket to sweat on during cold spring mornings—you know, those days when you spontaneously decide to take your new shoes out for a spin. It’s made from organic cotton, polyester, and Lycra.

FRENCH TERRY HOODIE,

$75, www.bepresent.com, 877-747-7202