Now more than ever, both consumers and retailers are becoming increasingly aware of the environmental repercussions of poorly produced garments and waste. Global warming is on the rise, and fast fashion is only helping to speed up the pace at which landfills are filling. So, it is no wonder consumers are keen to shop sustainable clothing from brands that share their morals and values.
But what is eco-friendly clothing, exactly? What clothing materials are considered eco-friendly? Keep reading AWDis’ handy guide to eco-friendly clothing to know what to look out for when shopping sustainably.
What clothing materials are eco-friendly?
When it comes to shopping for sustainable fashion, there are a whole range of factors to consider. But, for now, let’s start with the materials. Eco-friendly fabrics are typically made from either natural materials or are recycled. Here are a few that we’d recommend keeping an eye out for:
- Organic cotton: Organic cotton is grown with the surrounding ecosystems and the environment in mind. It is created without the use of both synthetic fertilisers and pesticides.
- Recycled polyester: Despite what you may know about polyester, it can actually be created from recycled plastic bottles.
- Linen: Known for its breathability, linen is made from a natural fibre from a flax plant.
- Hemp: Not only is hemp biodegradable, but it requires low amounts of water during the growing process and doesn’t even require chemical pesticides.
Before settling on a fabric, however, we’d suggest considering whether or not any harmful dyes or finishes were used during production. Look for products that make use of natural or recycled dyes to minimise your impact on the environment.
What practices make production eco-friendly and ethical?
Yes, the fabrics used are important, but how the garment is created can say just as much about a manufacturer’s ethics and moral values. Here at AWDis, we only work with manufacturers and distributors that share our ethical values. We pay particular attention to:
- Labour practices: We don’t stand for exploitation of workers. It’s important to support organisations that offer safe working conditions and fair wages to their employees.
- Chemical usage: As we touched on earlier, certain dyes and chemicals can have a major impact on the environment. An eco-friendly manufacturer would make use of alternative options.
- Waste: The fashion industry is a massive contributor of waste. Sustainable manufacturers will have waste reduction solutions in place, reusing and recycling old materials that could simply be disposed of.
Efficient energy usage: It doesn’t need saying that factories use a lot of energy. However, manufacturers can minimise their water, gas, and electricity usage by implementing renewable energy sources or using other efficient processes, like waterless dyeing.
Are AWDis garments eco-friendly?
At AWDis, we specialise in creating premium customisable clothes with uncompromising style and an eco-conscious approach – perfect for any design project. Our Ecologie range is especially focused on reducing waste and making use of recycled materials rather than virgin fabrics.
Our range consists of a broad range of garments, each available to order from our distributors in an endless selection of vibrant colours. Think organic T-shirts, made from 100% organic cotton, as well as recycled T-shirts, made from polyester from plastic bottles.
But it doesn’t end with personalised T-shirts. You can get kitted out from head to toe with AWDis’ Ecologie range. We’re talking sustainable hoodies and recycled joggers, too. Or if you’re looking for a slightly smarter option to use as the base for your designs, take a look at our 100% organic cotton polo shirt.
Take a look through our Ecologie range today and see how our garments align with your creative ideas.
Order AWDis clothes from our distributors
Hopefully we’ve answered plenty of your questions surrounding, ‘What is eco-friendly clothing?’ and given you a better understanding of what to look out for when updating your wardrobe. If you’re looking to add a bit of personality to your outfit rotation, however, or are even keen to create custom work clothes for your team, consider ordering from AWDis’ Ecologie collection.
If you’re unsure where to buy our garments, we work with plenty of distributors across Europe who can help you out. Get excited about your designs with AWDis today.
