CLEAN + CONSCIOUS AWARDS 2026 PROUDLY PARTNERED WITH
The Union Poncho – ZONE by Lydia
FINALIST
Best Sustainable Womenswear 2026
$180.00
The Union Poncho is made from breathable hemp and organic cotton. It features a lined hood, deep pockets and versatile side and centre zips. One size fits all. Designed for travel, cool evenings and everyday wear.
Clean Ingredients / Materials
Made from excellent, non-toxic materials. 55% hemp, 45% organic cotton.
Ethical Practices
Zone by Lydia prioritises sourcing the most natural and sustainable materials, specialising in hemp and minimising the use of synthetics. The founder also personally visits suppliers in China and India to assess factory set-up and employee working conditions.
Sustainable Practices
Zone by Lydia prioritises sourcing natural and renewable materials for every product. The brand is a 1% for the Planet Member, donating 1% of revenue each year to climate change initiatives.
Social Impact
Zone by Lydia donates through 1% for the Planet to a variety of organisations, supporting Indigenous cultural programs, coastal preservation, ocean protection and soil regeneration. The brand also heavily focuses its giving on climate change initiatives, enabling contributions across multiple fields.
Product Reviews by Experts
Hemp is such an awesome fibre, and I love the weight of this hemp x organic cotton blend. Not to mention the overall design of ZONE’s poncho is so unique! I feel really cool when wearing it – I love the lined hood, the deep pockets, and the high-quality zip. I’ve found it’s great to wear while on a walk, and it’s especially cosy to wear around the house. Being all-natural materials, it’s nice to know it’s a better option for me and the planet, and that the fabric will biodegrade at the end of its life. I’m such a big fan of hemp, so I love that this fibre is prioritised across ZONE by Lydia’s range. Combined with organic cotton, it’s great that sustainability is front of mind when it comes to the fabrics – it’s my favourite alternative to traditional plastic activewear. I love that the blend is GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified, and that the brand publishes the details about their makers and suppliers on their website, as well as how they ensure ethical practices throughout the supply chain. This is an awesome level of transparency and responsibility, which is rare to see in fashion!
I was pleasantly surprised by this garment! I haven’t seen much like it on the market – a hybrid zip-up hoodie meets poncho, but it works. I like its medium weight; it makes it feel cosy and snug without feeling overly heavy. While it’s marketed as a lifestyle accompaniment to yoga, the beach and the like, I envision this more as a streetwear piece. I like the material make-up of this garment, as well as Zone by Lydia’s donation initiatives. I also like the breakdown of the brand’s suppliers on site; it’s great to see that level of transparency.
The first thing I noticed is how well made this poncho feels. It has a nice weight that makes it feel substantial without being bulky. The deep pockets and zip details are genuinely practical, and I like the relaxed fit for throwing on over activewear and casual clothes. I also appreciate Zone’s focus on natural fibres and its commitment to supporting environmental initiatives through 1% for the Planet.
The Union Poncho – ZONE by Lydia
$180.00
Hemp is such an awesome fibre, and I love the weight of this hemp x organic cotton blend. Not to mention the overall design of ZONE’s poncho is so unique! I feel really cool when wearing it – I love the lined hood, the deep pockets, and the high-quality zip. I’ve found it’s great to wear while on a walk, and it’s especially cosy to wear around the house. Being all-natural materials, it’s nice to know it’s a better option for me and the planet, and that the fabric will biodegrade at the end of its life. I’m such a big fan of hemp, so I love that this fibre is prioritised across ZONE by Lydia’s range. Combined with organic cotton, it’s great that sustainability is front of mind when it comes to the fabrics – it’s my favourite alternative to traditional plastic activewear. I love that the blend is GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified, and that the brand publishes the details about their makers and suppliers on their website, as well as how they ensure ethical practices throughout the supply chain. This is an awesome level of transparency and responsibility, which is rare to see in fashion! I was pleasantly surprised by this garment! I haven’t seen much like it on the market – a hybrid zip-up hoodie meets poncho, but it works. I like its medium weight; it makes it feel cosy and snug without feeling overly heavy. While it’s marketed as a lifestyle accompaniment to yoga, the beach and the like, I envision this more as a streetwear piece. I like the material make-up of this garment, as well as Zone by Lydia’s donation initiatives. I also like the breakdown of the brand’s suppliers on site; it’s great to see that level of transparency. The first thing I noticed is how well made this poncho feels. It has a nice weight that makes it feel substantial without being bulky. The deep pockets and zip details are genuinely practical, and I like the relaxed fit for throwing on over activewear and casual clothes. I also appreciate Zone’s focus on natural fibres and its commitment to supporting environmental initiatives through 1% for the Planet. The Union Poncho is made from breathable hemp and organic cotton. It features a lined hood, deep pockets and versatile side and centre zips. One size fits all. Designed for travel, cool evenings and everyday wear.
Categories: Best Sustainable Womenswear 2026
$180.00
Hemp is such an awesome fibre, and I love the weight of this hemp x organic cotton blend. Not to mention the overall design of ZONE’s poncho is so unique! I feel really cool when wearing it – I love the lined hood, the deep pockets, and the high-quality zip. I’ve found it’s great to wear while on a walk, and it’s especially cosy to wear around the house. Being all-natural materials, it’s nice to know it’s a better option for me and the planet, and that the fabric will biodegrade at the end of its life. I’m such a big fan of hemp, so I love that this fibre is prioritised across ZONE by Lydia’s range. Combined with organic cotton, it’s great that sustainability is front of mind when it comes to the fabrics – it’s my favourite alternative to traditional plastic activewear. I love that the blend is GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified, and that the brand publishes the details about their makers and suppliers on their website, as well as how they ensure ethical practices throughout the supply chain. This is an awesome level of transparency and responsibility, which is rare to see in fashion! I was pleasantly surprised by this garment! I haven’t seen much like it on the market – a hybrid zip-up hoodie meets poncho, but it works. I like its medium weight; it makes it feel cosy and snug without feeling overly heavy. While it’s marketed as a lifestyle accompaniment to yoga, the beach and the like, I envision this more as a streetwear piece. I like the material make-up of this garment, as well as Zone by Lydia’s donation initiatives. I also like the breakdown of the brand’s suppliers on site; it’s great to see that level of transparency. The first thing I noticed is how well made this poncho feels. It has a nice weight that makes it feel substantial without being bulky. The deep pockets and zip details are genuinely practical, and I like the relaxed fit for throwing on over activewear and casual clothes. I also appreciate Zone’s focus on natural fibres and its commitment to supporting environmental initiatives through 1% for the Planet. The Union Poncho is made from breathable hemp and organic cotton. It features a lined hood, deep pockets and versatile side and centre zips. One size fits all. Designed for travel, cool evenings and everyday wear.
Categories: Best Sustainable Womenswear 2026
Hemp is such an awesome fibre, and I love the weight of this hemp x organic cotton blend. Not to mention the overall design of ZONE’s poncho is so unique! I feel really cool when wearing it – I love the lined hood, the deep pockets, and the high-quality zip. I’ve found it’s great to wear while on a walk, and it’s especially cosy to wear around the house. Being all-natural materials, it’s nice to know it’s a better option for me and the planet, and that the fabric will biodegrade at the end of its life. I’m such a big fan of hemp, so I love that this fibre is prioritised across ZONE by Lydia’s range. Combined with organic cotton, it’s great that sustainability is front of mind when it comes to the fabrics – it’s my favourite alternative to traditional plastic activewear. I love that the blend is GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified, and that the brand publishes the details about their makers and suppliers on their website, as well as how they ensure ethical practices throughout the supply chain. This is an awesome level of transparency and responsibility, which is rare to see in fashion! I was pleasantly surprised by this garment! I haven’t seen much like it on the market – a hybrid zip-up hoodie meets poncho, but it works. I like its medium weight; it makes it feel cosy and snug without feeling overly heavy. While it’s marketed as a lifestyle accompaniment to yoga, the beach and the like, I envision this more as a streetwear piece. I like the material make-up of this garment, as well as Zone by Lydia’s donation initiatives. I also like the breakdown of the brand’s suppliers on site; it’s great to see that level of transparency. The first thing I noticed is how well made this poncho feels. It has a nice weight that makes it feel substantial without being bulky. The deep pockets and zip details are genuinely practical, and I like the relaxed fit for throwing on over activewear and casual clothes. I also appreciate Zone’s focus on natural fibres and its commitment to supporting environmental initiatives through 1% for the Planet. The Union Poncho – ZONE by Lydia
The Union Poncho is made from breathable hemp and organic cotton. It features a lined hood, deep pockets and versatile side and centre zips. One size fits all. Designed for travel, cool evenings and everyday wear.
Categories: Best Sustainable Womenswear 2026
Hemp is such an awesome fibre, and I love the weight of this hemp x organic cotton blend. Not to mention the overall design of ZONE’s poncho is so unique! I feel really cool when wearing it – I love the lined hood, the deep pockets, and the high-quality zip. I’ve found it’s great to wear while on a walk, and it’s especially cosy to wear around the house. Being all-natural materials, it’s nice to know it’s a better option for me and the planet, and that the fabric will biodegrade at the end of its life. I’m such a big fan of hemp, so I love that this fibre is prioritised across ZONE by Lydia’s range. Combined with organic cotton, it’s great that sustainability is front of mind when it comes to the fabrics – it’s my favourite alternative to traditional plastic activewear. I love that the blend is GOTS and OEKO-TEX certified, and that the brand publishes the details about their makers and suppliers on their website, as well as how they ensure ethical practices throughout the supply chain. This is an awesome level of transparency and responsibility, which is rare to see in fashion! I was pleasantly surprised by this garment! I haven’t seen much like it on the market – a hybrid zip-up hoodie meets poncho, but it works. I like its medium weight; it makes it feel cosy and snug without feeling overly heavy. While it’s marketed as a lifestyle accompaniment to yoga, the beach and the like, I envision this more as a streetwear piece. I like the material make-up of this garment, as well as Zone by Lydia’s donation initiatives. I also like the breakdown of the brand’s suppliers on site; it’s great to see that level of transparency. The first thing I noticed is how well made this poncho feels. It has a nice weight that makes it feel substantial without being bulky. The deep pockets and zip details are genuinely practical, and I like the relaxed fit for throwing on over activewear and casual clothes. I also appreciate Zone’s focus on natural fibres and its commitment to supporting environmental initiatives through 1% for the Planet.You Might Also Like