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Organic Cotton
Cultivated without harmful chemicals, using natural fertilizers and pesticides. It's water-efficient and often adheres to fair trade standards.
Bamboo Fiber
Produced from the pulp of bamboo grass. It grows rapidly, requires no pesticides, and biodegrades more quickly than oil-based synthetics.
Hemp Fabric
Made from the fibers of the hemp plant. It does not require much water or pesticides and produces a durable, long-lasting textile.
Recycled Polyester
Created by melting down existing plastic and re-spinning it into new polyester fiber. Reduces plastic waste and energy consumption.
Tencel (Lyocell)
Manufactured from wood pulp, usually eucalyptus, in a closed-loop system which recycles water and solvents. It's biodegradable and compostable.
Piñatex
A leather alternative made from pineapple leaf fibers, a byproduct of the pineapple industry. It reduces waste and does not rely on animal products.
MycoTEX
Developed from mycelium, the root system of mushrooms. The process is low-energy and results in a compostable material.
ECONYL
Regenerated nylon made from recovered fishing nets and other waste materials. It's infinitely recyclable without quality loss.
Fish Leather
Produced from fish skins that are byproducts of the fishing industry, which are tanned and dyed. It's a sustainable option that adds value to waste material.
Spider Silk
Biotechnologically engineered silk produced by microorganisms that reduces the reliance on petrochemicals and has a lower water footprint.
Orange Fiber
Produced from the byproducts of the orange juice industry. The process converts citrus waste into a sustainable fabric similar to silk.
Rambutan Leather
Vegan leather developed from the waste of the rambutan fruit. It's a natural byproduct, aiming for zero-waste manufacturing.
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