
Earth Month at Fashion Outlets
April is Earth Month at Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls USA! Go green with us and attend our Ultimate Spring Cleaning Recycling Event, learn about eco-focused programs happening at our center's retailers, check out ways to lower your carbon footprint, find out about our Earth Month partner organization, and more.

Ultimate Spring Cleaning Recycling Event
Guests can recycle electronics and donate household items at the same drive-through collection.

About Our Partner, One Tree Planted
Let's Lower Our Carbon Footprint Together
What's a carbon footprint?
We all emit greenhouse gases through our actions: through the products we manufacture, buy, or consume; through our everyday transportation, or through our energy use. All those emissions add up to our carbon footprint because they contain a lot of the element carbon (like in the greenhouse gas carbon dioxide). But all that carbon going into landfills and up into the atmosphere isn't too good for the environment. So it's a great idea to work together to make the world a greener place!
Join us in taking steps to reduce our impact on the planet. Here are some ideas to consider:
- Installing low-flow water fixtures
- Switching to energy-efficient LED lightbulbs
- Charging your devices overnight when grid usage is lower
- Composting food scraps
- Recycling clothes at participating stores
- Collecting rainwater for gardening
- Carpooling
Green Looks Good On You
Many of your favorite shops and eateries here at our center are making a difference through sustainability initiatives, eco-friendly products, recycling programs and more. Explore some of their efforts below:
Shops
adidas – One Tree Planted Supporter
In 2023, 99% of polyester adidas used was recycled including Parley Ocean Plastic. This year nine out of ten articles will be sustainable, meaning they are made – to a significant degree – with environmentally preferred materials.
https://www.adidas.com/us/sustainability
Aerie
Shop the Real Good label on Aerie apparel and know that these products are the most sustainable items including swimsuits, bras and underwear with materials made from recycled polyester, recycled nylon fabric or sustainably sourced cotton. Donate your gently used bras to benefit Free the Girls, a nonprofit that turns new or gently used bras into economic opportunity and a path to freedom for sex trafficking survivors.
https://www.aeo-inc.com/sustainability/
Aeropostale
Shop the Aero Impact collection of ultra-comfortable jeans, tees, and more responsibly made with organic cotton, recycled cotton, and/or recycled polyester from plastic bottles.
https://www.aeropostale.com/aero-impact.html
American Eagle Outfitters – One Tree Planted Supporter
Shop the Real Good label, including 95% of AE jeans, and know that these products are the most sustainable items in the AEO collection and are manufactured in compliance with AEO’s Water Leadership Program. Recycle your old jeans in store at AE and get $10 toward a new pair (plus earn 2x points) – for Real Rewards members!
https://bluejeansgogreen.org/recycle-denim/#retailer
https://www.aeo-inc.com/sustainability/
Banana Republic
Banana Republic believes the pursuit of sustainability is fundamental to creating a well-made product. They source organic, recycled, and regenerative materials when possible and design products with quality that lasts. Make room in your closet by bringing in your gently used items to the store through a partnership with ThredUp.
https://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/info.do?cid=1131224&mlink=55299,sitewidefooter_sustainability_learnmore
Bath & Body Works
Named to Newsweek list of America’s Greenest Companies for their commitment to being good stewards of the environment, pledging to focus efforts on sustainable practices for the planet and future generations. Shop their new foaming hand soap refills packaged in recyclable paper cartons. Just one example of their efforts to move away from plastic.
https://www.bbwinc.com/media/newsroom/3bl-bath-body-works-named-one-of-americas-greenest-companies-by-newsweek-2023-10-04-150500
https://www.bathandbodyworks.com/c/hand-soaps-sanitizers/hand-soap-refills?srsltid=AfmBOorESRk3R1p6_-6oKL98GemjxqUd-b3qbc4IA5p7fr1YG4zfMa-r
carter’s
The carter’s LITTLE PLANET® brand uses primarily Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certified organic cotton and recycled packaging, and is made for growing little ones. Recycle non-donatable clothing through KIDCYCLE and earn carter’s Rewarding Moments points.
https://www.carters.com/corporate-social-responsibility-product.html
https://www.terracycle.com/en-US/brigades/carters
Coach
Introducing Coach (Re)Loved, a circular ecosystem for refurbishing, reimagining, and recycling pre-loved and damaged Coach products. Coach (Re)Loved harnesses the passion and imagination of our designers and craftspeople to give our products a second life, spanning four unique programs: Upcrafted, Remade, Restored, and Vintage. The good news is that buying a Coach (Re)Loved product can reduce an item’s carbon footprint by 76% compared to buying a new one.* And, through Coach (Re)Loved Exchange, you can trade in your eligible pre-loved Coach items for a credit so that the cycle can continue for generations more.
https://www.coach.com/sustainability-coach-reloved
Cotton On – One Tree Planted Supporter
All new denim is made with 20-30% recycled cotton, and 60% of products have a sustainable attribute. They aim to have 100% of products contain a sustainable attribute by 2030! Planted 243,339 trees, growing the total trees planted with partners One Tree Planted and WWF-Singapore to 666,236.
https://cottonongroup.com.au/the-good-we-do/our-commitments/
Eddie Bauer
According to some studies, American and European consumers wear an item of clothing an average of 7 times before discarding it, and the average American discards over 80 lbs of clothing each year. The starting point for sustainability is not the use of lower-impact materials but a design ethos that compels customers to to use and reuse an Eddie Bauer item for as long as possible. Eddie Bauer partners with Canopy Style Initiative, Responsible Down Standard, and American Forest - planting over 8 million trees since 1995!
https://www.eddiebauer.com/campaign/sustainability
Famous Footwear
Clean out your closet and drop off your gently used shoes to be donated to Soles4Souls.
https://www.famousfootwear.com/soles4souls?icid=ftr_about_click_soles4souls
Foot Locker
A retail partner of Soles4Souls, a non-profit, distributes new and used shoes to those in need. Look for periodic donation drives to keep shoes out of landfills and do good simultaneously! In store, look for sustainable options from adidas and Nike.
https://investors.footlocker-inc.com/esg/sustainability
Gap
Send your used Gap merchandise to thredUp and earn credit to be used for a future Gap purchase. 100% of cotton is now from more sustainable sources. Gap Inc. is a member of the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action, the Global Fashion Pact, and Ellen MacArthur Make Fashion Circular organizations dedicated to revolutionizing the fashion industry.
https://www.thredup.com/cleanout/gap
https://www.gapinc.com/en-us/impact/esg-report
Guess – One Tree Planted Supporter
GUESS Eco denim contains at least 20% environmentally preferred materials and uses production methods with reduced environmental impact. GUESS Eco non-denim products contain 20% -100% environmentally preferred materials that are recycled, organic and innovative.
In partnership with One Tree Planted, GUESS planted 5,415 trees in 2023 on behalf of all North American corporate and retail employees.
GUESS Partners with Social Enterprise Homeboy Industries and Debrand Services for an In-Store Recycling Project. Bring back 5+ items of unwanted clothing from your wardrobe and receive 15% off. See store for offer details. Your items will be upcycled, refurbished, or recycled.
https://www.guess.com/us/en/sustainability.html?INTCMP=G-2021-09-10-SITE-FEATURE-CONTENTCENTER-SU-6442
H&M
Recycle your clothing with H&M! Bring any unwanted clothes or textiles by any brand and in any condition to one of our stores. Hand in your bag of old clothes at the register and receive a thank-you coupon to use toward your next purchase. Easy! Once you’ve dropped off your previously loved fashion in one of our garment collecting boxes, our business partner takes over. It empties the boxes and sorts the contents into three categories: rewear, reuse, and recycle.
https://www2.hm.com/en_us/sustainability-at-hm/our-work/close-the-loop.html
J. Crew
J. Crew is re-imagining its fabrics and processes with the Re-imagined collection —from using organically grown cotton to partnering with mills and factories that are environmentally responsible and Fair Trade Certified™—to make them better for the planet and the people who produce them. The collection contains at least 30% of a Re-imagined fabric, which contributes to our goal of sustainably sourcing 100% of our key fibers by 2025.
https://www.jcrew.com/shop/re-imagined/womens
Johnston & Murphy
Johnston & Murphy is partnering with Soles4Souls to repurpose gently used footwear and donate new shoes to those in need.
https://www.johnstonmurphy.com/heartsole.html
Journeys
Journeys recently switched to 100% recycled shopping bags and is part of an energy procurement program to reduce overall energy use.
https://genesco.gcs-web.com/ourbrands
kate spade new york
Trade in your old bags and earn an extra 15% credit through their partnership with ThredUp. Terms & conditions apply.
https://katespade.thredup.com/pages/trade-in
Kay Jewelers
Extend the life of your jewelry with Kay’s repair & maintenance services or trade it in for something new! Kay’s parent company is a founding member of the Responsible Jewelry Council, ensuring an ethically sourced supply chain.
https://www.kay.com/kay-store-services?icid=FOOTER:INSTORESERVICES
Levi’s
Make an appointment at participating stores to trade in your Levi’s jeans, denim shorts, and Trucker Jackets in good condition through the Levi’s Secondhand program and receive store credit for usable items (unwearable items may be donated).
https://www.secondhand.levi.com/trade-in
Lids
Lids' parent company, Fanatics, Inc., is committed to being a zero-waste company by 2030 and are proud members of both Better Cotton and Textile Exchange.
https://www.fanaticsinc.com/environmental-sustainability
Lucky Brand
Shop the styles made from responsible materials that use less water, pesticides, and energy than traditional materials to produce.
https://www.luckybrand.com/social-impact-sustainability.html
Michael Kors
Discover Kors Loves styles crafted from at least 50% environmentally preferred materials, such as recycled fibers and organic fabrics, or made with leather from certified tanneries meeting the highest standards from the Leather Working Group. Check out the resale marketplace to sell your gently used Michael Kors bags!
https://www.michaelkors.com/trend/about-kors-loves/_/R-cat5140015
Nike
When your shoes can't handle another mile, trip up the court, or cut across the field, Nike wants them back. Recycle athletic shoes at the end of their life, giving them a new life. Just drop your used shoes at a participating Nike retail store. All brands of athletic sneakers are accepted, but sandals, dress shoes, boots, or shoes with metal (like cleats or spikes) are not.
https://www.nike.com/help/a/recycle-shoes
Oakley
Proudly partners with the Better Cotton Initiative and are committed to sourcing at least 50% of cotton as Better Cotton, recycled, Fairtrade, and/or organic cotton. Look for frames constructed of plant-based BiO-Matter®, a sustainable material.
https://www.oakley.com/en-us/better-cotton-initiative
Old Navy
100% of all denim uses water-saving techniques that has saved over 2 billion liters of water saved since 2019! 78% of plastic bags have been eliminated and replaced with appear or other reusable alternative. .https://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/info.do?cid=1160383#sustainability
Pandora
Pandora uses only recycled silver and gold in its jewelry and uses 100% renewable energy across their own operations. Pandora has also been named a top sustainable company by TIME and Statista’s Top 100 List and Global 100 Most Sustainable Companies in the World.
https://pandoragroup.com/sustainability/strategy/sustainability-highlights
PINK
We know you love cotton (and PINK does, too), which is why they directly sourced over a third of their cotton from four family farms in the United States. This direct-source partnership allows them to ensure our cotton is grown responsibly—from the fields of Alabama to your top drawer. In select locations, bring in your old bras, of any condition, to be donated or recycled.
https://www.victoriassecret.com/us/vs/vsinsider/brand-values/victorias-secret-cotton-journey
Ralph Lauren
In collaboration with Cotton’s Blue Jeans Go Green™ program, customers in the US can ship their well-loved Ralph Lauren denim products to be recycled to create something new. Cotton Incorporated is a not-for-profit research organization that provides resources promoting the benefits of cotton to keep products top of mind. Blue Jeans Go Green™ is a trademark of Cotton Incorporated.
https://www.ralphlauren.com/timelessbydesign
Sunglass Hut
Shop sustainable styles from Emporio Armani, Giorgio Armani, Tory Burch, Costa, Michael Kors, and Ray-Ban! Each brand has sunglasses that feature materials like plant-based BiO-Matter®, bio-acetate, and/or bio-based lenses. Extend the life of your sunglasses with complimentary in-store repair services.
https://www.sunglasshut.com/us/sunglasses/sustainable-sunglasses
Swarovski
Committed to sustainability since 1895 when Daniel Swarovski established a crystal cutting factory using hydroelectricity. They plan to feature at least one sustainably minded collection each year! Shop the Galaxy collection made with Swarovski Created Diamonds and 100% recycled gold. The complete collection is produced using 100% renewable electricity.
https://www.swarovski.com/en-US/s-sustainability/
The Children’s Place
As you shop The Children’s Place, look for icons for OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, Contains Recycled Materials, and Contains Organic Cotton. Each indicates progress toward better, more sustainable styles.
https://www.childrensplace.com/us/c/sustainability-environmental-and-social-responsibility
Under Armour
Under Armour aims to have 75% of its products made of low-shed materials by 2030 and has developed a new testing methodology to help fight fiber shedding and microplastics at their source. In select locations, turn in your old Under Armour gear to be recycled and turned into something new.
https://about.underarmour.com/en-us/stories/2023/12/under-armour-s-breakthrough-fiber-shed-test-method-now-available.html
Vans
Shop the VR3 Collection of shoes, apparel, and accessories with the checkerboard globe logo and know that they are made up of at least 30% Regenerative, Responsibly Sourced, Renewable, and/or Recycled materials.
https://www.vans.com/sustainability.html
Vera Bradley
Shop the Featherweight collection, Vera Bradley’s diamond-quilted, water-repellent styles provide ultrasoft, super-lightweight essentials with key performance features — perfect for anyone on the move. This collection is also consciously crafted with 100% pre-consumer recycled nylon exterior fabric.
https://verabradley.com/collections/featherweight
Victoria’s Secret
We know you love cotton (and Victoria’s Secret does, too), which is why they directly sourced over a third of their cotton from four family farms in the United States. This direct-source partnership allows them to ensure our cotton is grown responsibly—from the fields of Alabama to your top drawer. In select locations, bring in your old bras, of any condition, to be donated or recycled.
https://www.victoriassecret.com/us/vs/vsinsider/brand-values/victorias-secret-cotton-journey
Yankee Candle
Keep those used candle containers out of the landfill when you upcycle, recycle curbside (where available), or recycle for free through TerraCycle and earn rewards!
https://www.yankeecandle.com/terracycle.html
Zales
Shop the Remixed Reimagined collection crafted of reclaimed gold and repurposed diamonds! Bring new life to your existing jewelry with Zales repair services.
https://www.zales.com/repair-services
Dining
Dunkin Donuts
The Dunkin’ Drive-To Sustainability Program initiative is aims to serve 100% Responsibly Sourced Coffee by 2025. Dunkin’ U.S. restaurants replaced the polystyrene cup with a new double-walled paper cup made with paperboard certified to the Sustainable Forestry Initiative Standard.
https://impact.inspirebrands.com/sustainability/