Why Sustainable Streetwear Will Benefit You & The Planet
When choosing to shop for sustainable streetwear, or any kind of sustainable fashion for that matter, one of the first question we should ask ourselves (apart from who made my clothes?) is what are my clothes made of?
The fashion industry is one of the largest contributors of pollution in the world.
We weren't the first to say it and we certainly won't be the last.
On a positive note, environmentally friendly fabrics can be easy to find. Especially when shopping at eKONIQ. Brands that use them in their garments are helping to create a better fashion future.
At eKONIQ, you can be confident that every brand and product we carry uses only sustainable fabrics.
Sustainable Fabrics We Love
1. Organic Cotton
- No use of hazardous pesticides and toxic chemicals ensuring a safer working environment for farmers and manufacturers.
- 91% Less Water*
- 46% Less CO2*
- 61% Less Energy*
- Hypoallergenic
- Super Soft, Skin Friendly
- Biodegradable Fibres
*when compared to conventional cotton and traditional industry practices.
Brands using organic cotton: Saint Virgo , Afends , Revolution , Wemoto
2. Hemp
- One of the most sustainable fibres available to the fashion industry today.
- 80% Less Water*
- 37% Less CO2*
- 250% More Fibre Per Hectare*
- UV Resistant
- Antimicrobial & Antibacterial
- Biodegradable Fibres
*when compared to conventional cotton and traditional industry practices.
Brands using hemp: Afends
3. Recycled Fabrics
- Materials that would have otherwise gone to landfill, breathing new life into what's considered waste.
- Less Water Consumption*
- Reduces CO2*
- Saves Energy*
- Longer Life Cycle
- Minimizes Waste
- Zero Land Use
*when compared to non-recycled fabrics and traditional industry practices.
Brands using recycled fabrics: Afends , Revolution
Final Thoughts
Poor choice in fabrics is in large part the problem with unsustainable fashion.
Many materials that make it into our clothing are harmful to humans and animals (often both). They also release harmful chemicals and micro-plastics into our environment.
By adding garments to your wardrobe made from the sustainable fabrics mentioned above, you can make a stand for a better world.
Spread the word and share this blog to keep the sustainable momentum going!