Forget fast fashion! Clothing shouldn't be disposable. Cheaply made garments leave a lasting impact in the landfills. We're shaping the future of the planet in the choices we make.
Laundering and care of clothing also has a huge impact on the environment. A few ways to lessen that impact:
*Wash at cooler temps
*line dry
*skip ironing
*check the care instructions before you buy
Click on any of the links below to see what eco-friendly fashions we currently have at the Modo Boutique!
ORGANIC COTTON:
Organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment. Unlike conventional cotton, organic cotton production systems replenish and maintain soil fertility, reduce the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers, and build biologically diverse agriculture. Third-party certification organizations verify that organic producers use only methods and materials allowed in organic production.
How it's different than non-organic cotton:
*Uses crop rotation & natural predators
*Less water is needed since richer soil holds water better
*No genetically modified seeds are used
*Fare wages are paid to farmers
Learn more: Organic Trade Association, Organic Exchange
HEMP:
Think hemp - specifically hemp clothing.
What instantly comes to mind? Stiff, scratchy, burlap-sack
type clothes that come in unflattering boxy cuts and unisex
styles? Think again. These aren't your mother's'70s tie-dye
tees or earth mother hemp tunics. Hemp has morphed over the
years into a line of apparel that would satisfy even the
most discriminating fashionista. Once a staple in closets a
century ago, hemp has reappeared in newer, hipper versions.
~conscious choice
*It grows quickly in all conditions
*Vs. cotton, it takes only 1/5 the amount of water to grow
*It doesn't need fertilizers
*Vs. linen, it yields more fiber per crop
*It blends well with other fibers
BAMBOO:
In addition to its ability to
wick moisture away from the skin, organic bamboo fabric can
kill odor-causing bacteria. Most companies who sell clothes
and linens made from bamboo fabric have found that this
quality lasts for up to 50 washings.
People who have sensitive skin or who are allergic to
fabrics made from wool or hemp find that they can wear
organic bamboo fabric without any problems. Bamboo fabric
is often compared to cashmere because is it so soft and
smooth. Clothing made from organic bamboo fabric tends to
be warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. This
makes it a versatile option that is easy on the pocketbook
as well as the environment.
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