Neu Nomads
Rated: Good
Price: $$
Location: USA
Quick verdict
Neu Nomads is best for eco-conscious women seeking minimalist, versatile wardrobe staples made from plant-based and biodegradable fabrics at mid-range prices. The brand stands out for exceptional material sourcing: 85% of the collection uses TENCEL™ Modal. Plus solar-powered dyeing and a female-founded supply chain spanning four countries. Caveats include limited sizing (mostly XS–XXL), womenswear-only offerings, and primary production in India (a high labor-risk country), though the brand claims above-living-wage compensation.
Key info
- Headquarters
- Brooklyn, NY (with operations in Munich, Germany)
- Founded
- 2018
- Product categories
- Basics, Womenswear
- Price range
- $$
- Key certifications
- OEKO-TEX 100, GOTS, Greenpeace DETOX (Portugal factory), Eco-Age partner
Neu Nomads sustainability rating
Our ratings are based on a scale from 1 (We Avoid) to 5 (Excellent). How we rate
Rating breakdown
Exceptional commitment to plant-based, biodegradable fabrics: TENCEL™ Modal, GOTS-certified organic cotton, innovative SeaCell™ (seaweed + eucalyptus), linen, and cupro (vegan silk alternative). All fabrics are OEKO-TEX certified with AZO-free, non-toxic dyes.
Claims above-living-wage pay; co-founders personally inspect supply chains. However, 85% of production is in Delhi (high-risk country), and no third-party labor audits (SA8000/WRAP) are publicly documented.
Solar-powered dye house in India, renewable-energy factories in Lithuania since 2017, closed-loop production for SeaCell™, 90% water recycling in dyeing, biodegradable/recycled packaging. No formal carbon offset program documented.
Detailed fabric sourcing and factory information on website; founders named and visible; manufacturing countries disclosed. No published impact report, no third-party social audits shared, no supplier list published.
Priced $68–$399 full price ($25–$148 on sale), mid-to-upper range for sustainable basics, Competitive with Eileen Fisher; pricier than PACT or Organic Basics but offers more elevated versatility. Quality materials justify the premium.
What they do well
- Material innovation leadership: 85% of collection uses Satin TENCEL™ Modal (carbon-neutral, biodegradable beech wood fiber with 95% chemical recycling); also uses innovative SeaCell™ and a newer Cupro vegan silk collection.
- Solar-powered, water-conscious dyeing: Signature TENCEL™ fabrics dyed in an Indian facility powered entirely by solar energy, using monsoon-captured rainwater and recycling ~90% of process water; supported by the UN/European Commission SWITCH-Asia initiative.
- Female-founded, female-powered supply chain: Co-founders Karen Wood and Angela Postels lead operations across 3 continents; factories in Portugal and Lithuania are female-owned; Nepal cooperative sponsors education for workers' children.
- Versatility-first design philosophy: Drawstrings, ruched details, and multi-wear elements reduce wardrobe size; capsule wardrobe philosophy actively discourages overconsumption.
- Zero-waste packaging and TREET resale partnership: All packaging biodegradable/recycled; partnership with TREET enables resale of pre-owned items.
Room for improvement
- No third-party labor certification: Despite claims of fair wages and good conditions, the brand lacks SA8000, WRAP, or Fair Trade certification for its primary Delhi factory. Especially important given India's high-risk labor context.
- No formal textile waste reduction or take-back program: There is no evidence the brand minimises textile waste in its supply chain. The TREET resale partnership is a start, but garment recycling or repair would strengthen circularity.
About Neu Nomads
Neu Nomads was founded in 2018 by Karen Wood (New York) and Angela Postels (Germany), two fashion veterans with 40+ years of combined experience at Calvin Klein, Maiyet, Balmain, and Fleur du Mal, Headquartered in Brooklyn with operations in Munich, the brand was born from a vision to create luxurious, minimalist staples from exclusively sustainable, plant-based fabrics.
The core of the collection (~85%) is Satin TENCEL™ Modal, a carbon-neutral fiber derived from beech wood. Other key materials include Eco-Jersey (80% GOTS organic cotton / 20% SeaCell™), organic cotton flannel, sustainably sourced linen, eco-cashmere (cotton/cashmere blend from Mongolia), and a newer Cupro collection (vegan silk from repurposed cotton linter). Manufacturing spans four countries: 85% in a family-owned factory in Delhi, India, with the remainder in female-owned factories in Portugal (Greenpeace DETOX member), Lithuania (100% renewable energy since 2017), and Nepal. Key certifications include OEKO-TEX 100 and GOTS for organic materials. The brand is a partner of sustainability consultancy Eco-Age.
Shipping is free in the US over $50, with $5 flat rate in the EU. Returns accepted within 30 days (unworn, tags attached), and Afterpay installments are available. Compared to Eileen Fisher ($$$–$$$$), Neu Nomads occupies a slightly more accessible price point with similar material standards; it's pricier than PACT but offers more elevated, dress-up-or-down versatility.
Product highlights
Cargo Pants (Satin TENCEL™)
Wide-leg relaxed silhouette, 100% sustainable Satin TENCEL™, 5 colors
~$249
Fashion-forward sustainable take on cargo trend in silky, biodegradable fabric
Gisele Midi Dress (Vintage Cupro)
Midi dress in 100% vegan cupro (repurposed cotton linter), silk-like drape
~$299
Sustainable alternative to silk slip dresses; highlighted by Vogue
Lulu Jacket (Vintage Cupro)
Cupro jacket combining vegan silk feel with structured tailoring
~$399
Brand's expansion from loungewear into elevated outerwear with same sustainability standards
Cleo Camisole (Vintage Cupro)
Layering piece in silky vegan cupro fabric
~$159
Accessible entry point to the cupro range at a lower commitment price
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