The Importance of Fabrics
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What started out as a passion to bring high quality clothing at affordable prices for the consumer and fair prices from our producers has turned into a constant desire to bring the very best of fabrics and processes alike to the very best: YOU.
The importance of the materials you put on your body are crucial to not only your skin, but even your overall health - that's why you'll find in store and online we are transparent as possible about the fabric content of all of our items and are particularly passionate about prioritizing certain fabrics as well!
Please read our blog for more information on the importance of fabric - why even the resonating frequency of different fabrics is so important!
Cotton
So what's the deal with all the cotton?
It's the right deal, that's what. The benefits of cotton cannot be understated:
Natural. Cotton is a naturally grown flower that is spun into a soft yarn.
Breathable. Cotton is a moisture-absorbing material that has been used to keep you cool during the summer by allowing your clothes - and your skin - to breathe and release heat instead of being trapped.
Odorless. Cotton is one of the few materials that does not hold onto odors, no matter if you're working out or cheffing it up.
Longevity. Cotton holds its shape for longer. The higher the cotton content, the longer your clothes will last.
Hypoallergenic. Cotton has long been known to be the least irritating fabric for those with skin sensitivity.
Feminine Health. 100% Cotton underwear has been scientifically proven to lower risks of yeast and other infections. Even in your pads and tampons, cotton has been known to lessen some common concerns and complaints women have while on their period. Plus hello, who wants to put unknown chemicals directly into their bloodstream?
Better Sleep. Cotton continues to be evaluated and ere-evaluated and still comes up as the best option for promoting better sleep. Say it with us? Because it breathes. Studies continue to show sleeping with cotton sheets, in cotton clothing, improves brain waves during sleep patterns.
Linen
If cotton is so great, why get anything else, right? Well, cotton isn't the only fabric that came to play - linen brings many of the same important aspects of health to the table, and then some!
Natural. Linen is a naturally grown fiber that comes from the flax plant.
Breathable. Like cotton, linen is a loosely woven textile of hollow fibers that allows air to easily flow through it.
Antibacterial. Linen's inability to hold moisture makes it a fabric that is not easily susceptible to growing unwanted microorganisms in the fabric - meaning that it is not going to hold all the smells!
Durability. Linen is considered 20-30% stronger than cotton - making this fabric a truly timeless staple in your wardrobe.
Anti-static. This one is more of a personal preference, but having truly linen clothing means it's not going to cling to your body because of its' hollow fibers - and for us, that's a total win.
Sustainability. Linen is considered one of the most sustainable fabrics given that it grows without the use of pesticides, making it renewable and safe for the environment.
Wool
Wool, like linen and cotton, provides many of the same health benefits, with some added eco-creds!
Natural. Wool is a naturally occurring fiber sheared from sheep and other mammals.
Moisture-wicking. Wool fibers are naturally hydrophobic on the outside and repel moisture, making them stain resistant and can even keep you drier for longer - it is estimated that wool can absorb about 30% of its weight in moisture before you even begin to feel wet.
Odorless. Wool, due to its antimicrobial properties, does not allow for bacteria to bond into the fibers, keeping the smelly bacteria growth to a minimum.
Reactivity. You often hear that wool is great for keeping you warm, but as an active fibre, it actually works to warm the body when cold, AND cool the body (by dispersing heat) when warm.
Hypoallergenic. Wool, like linen and cotton, is known to be effective in lessening the effects of eczema.
Anti-wrinkle. A great fabric for traveling with, the nature of the wool fibers keep the fabric from wrinkling.
Eco-conscious. Wool is a natural, renewable fabric, with a long lifespan, and in comparison to synthetic fibers, has an incredibly short biodegradation period. On top of that, when done professionally, shearing a sheep is actually extremely beneficial to assist in blowing out their coats.