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Choosing the right fabrics can make a huge difference in reducing your environmental impact. Compostable fabrics are an excellent alternative to conventional materials, and here’s why you should consider them: What are Compostable Fabrics? Compostable fabrics are materials made from natural fibers that can break down into non-toxic components under composting conditions, returning valuable nutrients to the soil. Unlike synthetic fabrics such as polyester and nylon, which can take hundreds of years to decompose, compostable fabrics break down relatively quickly and do not leave harmful residues. Comparing Compostable Fabrics to Conventional Materials 1️⃣ Organic Cotton vs. Conventional Cotton: ✔️ Organic Cotton: Grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, this fabric is soft, breathable, and decomposes easily. ✔️ Conventional Cotton: Often treated with chemicals that can harm the environment and take longer to break down. 2️⃣ Hemp vs. Polyester: ✔️ Hemp: Highly durable, requires minimal water to grow, and enriches the soil. Hemp fabric is a great eco-friendly option that decomposes naturally. ✔️ Polyester: Made from petroleum-based products, it is not biodegradable and releases microplastics into the environment. 3️⃣ Bamboo vs. Nylon: ✔️ Bamboo: Grows rapidly without pesticides, and bamboo fabric is soft, biodegradable, and sustainable. ✔️Nylon: Another petroleum-based fabric that takes a long time to decompose and can release harmful chemicals into the soil and water. 4️⃣ Linen vs. Acrylic: ✔️Linen: Made from the flax plant, linen is strong, absorbent, and compostable, making it perfect for summer clothing. ✔️Acrylic: A synthetic fiber that does not biodegrade and can release toxic substances as it breaks down. Have you tried composting clothes? Share your experience in the comments. #SustainableFashion #EcoFriendly #CompostableFabrics #ZeroWasteFashion #ReduceReuseRecycle #GreenCloset #EcoInspiration #SustainableLiving Anna Paltseva, Ph.D.

Viscose and other MMCFs are typically the third most-used textiles in the apparel sector, and the volumes are increasing. Check out this fantastic piece in the Guardian about the impact on forests, the solutions to reduce that impact, and some of the companies that are leading the way. Protecting forests by transforming this supply chain is part of what I do all day! #sustainablefashion #sustainablesupplychains #sustainabletextiles #sustainableapparel

#pineappleleather #icolorbag What is pineapple leather? Pineapple leather or Piñatex ® is a sustainable leather alternative made from natural and synthetic fibers. Piñatex ® is made of fibre from the waste leaves of the pineapple plant. These leaves are a by-product from existing pineapple harvest, so the raw material requires no additional environmental resources to produce. It is made from a blend of natural pineapple leaf fibers, thermoplastic polyester, and petroleum-based resin. Piñatex is created by felting the long fibres from pineapple leaves together to create a non-woven substrate. (made from 80% pineapple leaf fibre, 20% PLA) What are pineapple leather properties? Pineapple leather is a non-woven textile material made to look and feel like leather, though is not made from animal hides. Also called Pinatex, it is made from a combination of natural fibres from the pineapple leaf, and a combination of plastic and resin. No animal by-products are used in it's production. Piñatex® uses no heavy metals, chemicals or toxic substances that could potentially harm the environment, animals or the people that process it. It takes less water and other resources and the overall environmental impact is way better. #veganleathersupplier

The First hot item we introduce today is eco friendly fabric. It is a new type of green and environmental friendly fabric, which is becoming more and more popular in the world. like Bamboo, Modal, Tencel, Lyocell, Sorona, Organic Cotton, Recycle Polyester ..., they are all eco friendly fabric widely used in making clothes. Organic Cotton Fabric has anti bacterial and deodorant properties, it relieves allergic symptoms and relieves skin discomfort symptoms caused by normal fabrics, which can better protect children's skin well. So it is usually used for babywear. Also, we have the certificate about organic cotton fabric, Oeko-Tex, OCS and Gots. GOTS and OCS is a green standard for organic cotton fabrics. For all above certified fabrics, we are a professional supplier for you to have a green choice! Recycled fabric is recycled yarn from plastic bottles, used clothing and other waste materials after re-processing, By using recycled polyester we are able to reduce and minimize our dependence on petroleum based raw-materials. Which in turn helps reduce the harmful greenhouse emissions that effects this planet that is used by the fast fashion industry. Feimei owns the GRS and TC certificate from Yarn to Final Fabric, the whole process was certificated and can open TC certification. Bamboo fabric refers to a new type of fabric made of bamboo fiber by special technology and spun from bamboo as raw material. Besides, bamboo fiber products have natural anti bacterial, bacteriostatic and bactericidal effects. Bamboo fabric has excellent draping property and great hand feeling. Also, it has good wear resistance and high elasticity. Bamboo fabric has antibacterial, cooling, wicking, comfortable and breathable peculiarities, it is the most widely used fabric for children's wear. Lyocell has good spinnability and can be blended with cotton, linen, chemical fibers, etc. Besides, Lyocell has better drape, which is similar to modal. Lyocell has a silky smooth and soft feel. Also, Lyocell has good dyeing performance, bright colors, and is not easy to fade. What's more, Lyocell is green and environmentally friendly. The production process is pollution free and the solvent recovery rate is as high as Ninety nine point seven percent. #fabric #fabricsupplier #factory #factorydirect #knitted #fabrics #OEMODM #OEM #freesamples #freesample #EcoFriendly #bamboofabric #OrganicCotton #recyclepolyester #Modal #lyocell #sorona #tencel

As the world pays more attention to #environmental protection and sustainable development, the traditional #textile industry is also seeking changes and innovations. 🌏 ♻ Merino wool is popular in the #sock manufacturing industry as a natural, biodegradable material. #Merino wool socks 🧦 are high-quality, environmentally friendly socks. It uses renewable wool resources, which is sustainable and environmentally friendly. Secondly, during the production process can also reduce pollutant emissions and protect the environment. In addition, the natural fiber structure of wool makes the socks have excellent thermal insulation properties. When the socks are no longer usable, they can be recycled ® to further reduce the environmental burden. Fuli has always practiced the concept of sustainable environmental protection and taken actions for it ❗ ❗ ❗ . We aim to protect the environment while providing consumers with higher quality, comfortable and environmentally friendly wool socks! #Merino #socks #sustainable #recoverable #biodegradation #practical #cotton #breathability #hygroscopic #fiber  #comfortable #quality #fashion #appeal #manufacturing #design 

Sustainable polyester yarns made from textile waste These products have been created through the Textile Takeback process of Unifi Inc., Greensboro, NC/USA, which recycles both global post-industrial and post-consumer textile waste into next-generation materials using proprietary technologies. Further enhancing value throughout the supply chain, Unifi will also partner with global brands to take back their waste and keep materials in circulation longer. The new offerings contain at least 50% textile waste and meet the virgin-quality standards. The circular Repreve filament yarn is designed to fit seamlessly into demanding applications due to its dyeable, high-performance polyester composition. This circular Repreve polyester line, which also includes black filament yarn and black and white staple fiber, contains the inherent FiberPrint tracer technology, meaning that all products can gain U-Trust certification. The other new product, ThermaLoop insulation, is available in fiberball, padding, and down-like fiber forms, demonstrating the diverse array of textile waste that can be converted into usable feedstock. The padding is engineered with Repreve low melt fiber, a pioneering innovation that enables the production of 100% recycled synthetic padding. These sustainably produced materials are globally available and can be integrated into existing supply chains smoothly. They are particularly pertinent for industries heavily reliant on polyester, providing a viable solution to those seeking to create sustainable apparel. In line with this commitment to viable textile recycling, Unifi aims to recycle enough textile waste to equate to 1.5 billion T-shirts by the fiscal year 2030. #Textile #News #polyesteryarn #Yarn #polyester

Organic cotton, bamboo, and recycled cotton emerge as the sustainable trifecta revolutionizing the landscape of corporate wear. Organic cotton, cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, epitomizes eco-conscious farming. Its cultivation preserves soil health, reduces water usage, and eliminates harmful chemicals, resulting in a breathable fabric with a minimal environmental footprint. Bamboo, a rapidly renewable resource, brings unparalleled sustainability to corporate attire. With natural antibacterial properties and moisture-wicking capabilities, bamboo fabrics ensure comfort while minimizing the ecological impact. The regenerative nature of bamboo forests further contributes to carbon sequestration. Recycled cotton, crafted from post-consumer textile waste, champions circular fashion. By diverting discarded garments from landfills, it reduces the need for virgin cotton cultivation, saving water and energy. The reimagined fabric maintains the quality of conventional cotton, offering a compelling alternative for environmentally conscious corporate wear. Together, these textiles represent a paradigm shift towards responsible and ethical choices in corporate attire. Embracing organic cotton, bamboo, and recycled cotton for corporate wear not only aligns with sustainable values but also sets the stage for a more environmentally conscious and ethically produced professional wardrobe. #Sustainability #GreenFuture #ClimateAction #EnvironmentalStewardship. #SustainableProducts #EnvironmentalResponsibility #Unmodacorporatewear #Unmoda #ConsciousConsumption #Sustainability #EthicalChoices #PositiveImpact #BuyResponsibly #UnmodaCorporateWear #SustainableFashion #GreenInnovation

Imagine how satisfying it would be to treat old underwear like food waste by turning it into fertiliser via your home compost. Are we there yet? 👍 Technically, 100% cotton, linen and wool fabrics – those that have not been blended with any type of synthetic material (ie elastane, nylon or polyester) – are organic matter and should biodegrade in your home compost. 👎 Unfortunately most of the clothes we wear today contain hidden synthetics (not listed on the care label), either in things such as the thread used to sew a garment or the makeup of zippers, buttons and elastic, which are almost always made from #plastic. These can be removed before composting, but the bigger issue is that the fabric might have been treated with chemical finishes and dyes that can be harmful in the compost. The encouraging news is there are a number of organisations working on practices and standards for safely #compostable textiles (read more at the link). And with articles like this in our daily news publications, the #narrative is surely changing. #innovation #materialsscience #biobased #regenerative

You may be wearing hemp and not even know it. Hemp fabric is resilient, pleasant to wear, environmentally friendly, antimicrobial, odour-resistant, and waterproof, making it an ideal material for shoes and clothing. Companies like Nike and Adidas use hemp in some of their shoe uppers due to hemp fibre being a long-lasting, sustainable, breathable, UV and water resistant, alternative to traditional shoe upper materials such as leather and vinyl. Shoes and clothes made from materials like leather and polyurethane release fossil fuels into the environment that can remain in landfills for hundreds of years, whereas Hemp fibre is biodegradable, reducing or preventing the accumulation of waste in landfills. Canvas tote bags and backpacks can also be made from hemp and are great for everyday use. Hemp canvas is environmentally friendly as it is durable and washable making it a great reusable alternative to plastic shopping bags. Hemp twine and hemp rope is one of the strongest natural fibres available and it was traditionally used for sailing ropes and sails for hundreds of years. It is ideal for arts and crafts, gardening, climbing rope, fishing net, and much more. Hemp rope and twine is a great environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic cords with added benefits like biodegradability. So, next time you are shopping for shoes, clothes or need a reusable bag for your supermarket groceries please consider alternative products that use hemp fibre. #hemp #industrialhemp #hempfibre #hempfiber #hempclothing #hempshoes #hempproducts #sustainable #ecofriendly

Wool is always better...and recycable.