The Intentional Living Directory

Discover Brands That Share Your Values

 

A thoughtfully curated collection of independent brands putting people, planet, and purpose at the heart of what they do.

Explore ethical, sustainable, and thoughtfully made goods for your home, wardrobe, and everyday life. Discover businesses worth knowing, stories worth sharing, and more intentional ways to shop.

Bloomist dried flowers and plants Dried Peppergrass

Explore by Category - Home

What We Make - Sustainable Wood Furniture

Explore by Category - Clean Living

These brands were chosen for their commitment to thoughtfully sourced ingredients, cleaner-burning waxes, responsible production, and sustainable practices that bring warmth and intention to everyday rituals.

Calyan Wax Co.

Fontana Candle Co.

Honey Candles

Meaningful Mantras

Ritual + Fancy

Explore By Category - Fashion

These brands were chosen based on their commitment to ethical working conditions, fair wages, responsibly sourced materials, and timeless design to combat fast fashion.

ABLE

CQC LA

Paneros

Odd Bird

Industry of All Nations

Explore by Values

These brands are committed to fair labor and responsible production.

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Thoughtfully Made. Intentionally Chosen.

We believe that what we bring into our lives matters—not just how something looks or functions, but how it's made, who makes it, and the impact it leaves behind.

That's why we created the Intentional Living Directory. We wanted to bring together businesses that are doing things differently, each in their own meaningful way.

Some brands champion fair trade and artisan livelihoods. Others prioritize natural materials, reducing waste, responsible production, or creating beautiful, lasting products. While their approaches may differ, they share a belief that thoughtful choices can make a positive impact.

Our hope is to make it easier to discover and support these businesses, celebrate the people and stories behind them, and encourage a more conscious approach to consumption.

Because intentional living isn't about doing everything perfectly. It's about making thoughtful choices, one at a time.

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Selecting Brands for the Directory

Brands don’t have to check every box, but they should show a genuine commitment to intentional living. Here are some of the values and criteria we look at when selecting brands.

Ethical Production

Treating people fairly, sourcing responsibly, and honoring the hands and communities behind the products we love.

Sustainability

Making thoughtful choices about materials, resources, and waste to create a lighter impact on our planet.

Mindful Consumption

Encouraging us to buy with intention, simplify where we can, and choose what we truly need and love.

Quality Over Quantity

Creating well-made, timeless pieces that are meant to be used, loved, and enjoyed for years to come.

Authenticity

Staying true to their values and showing genuine care through their actions, not just their words.

Submit a brand

Did we overlook a fantastic values-led brand? Help us grow our directory by submitting your favorite thoughtful brand.