While we are facing many problems going on around the world like climate change, plastic pollution, deforestation, to name a few, we also became more aware of the choices we make, like while ordering clothes.
Consumers are looking for sustainably made garments and turning their backs to fast fashion for obvious reasons. People put quality and ethicists as a priority when it comes to making apparel. So, it raises the question - is linen a sustainable and environmentally friendly fabric? Let’s take a closer look!
- Linen is one of the world’s oldest fabrics made from flax plant fibers. Gaining its popularity due to promising properties, for example, it is naturally insect-repellent, as well as being non-allergenic, etc.
- Linen uses x7 times less water than cotton and little-to-no pesticides, also doesn’t need a specific type of soil to grow.
- The linen is biodegradable, recyclable, and exceptionally versatile. Every part of the flax plant has traditionally been used to create many products, like linen textiles, paper, animal feed, linseed oil, varnish, and bio-materials.
- Linen has a very long lifespan compared to any other fabric! It does not pill over time - the opposite - the more you wash it, it becomes stronger and softer, also does not fall out of shape, stretch, or shrink.
- Linen is hypoallergenic, does not hold bacteria, and is perfect for sensitive skin.
In short, as one of the oldest and most-used textiles in The World, linen is the ultimate natural fiber with both functional and ethical appeal!
So, we encourage you to be kind to our planet - shop smart, shop sustainable, and say yes to the conscious style! ♡
