The Ethical Way To Dress

Benefits of Bamboo
Bamboo is one of the fastest growing woody plants and in recent years Bamboo has been used more and more in all kinds of industries, from building material to clothing. The Bamboo used for producing fabric is the Moso Bamboo, not eaten by the Panda Bear. Bamboo is one of the most sustainable resources in the world and is grown without the use of pesticides and chemicals; therefore the environmental benefits are numerous. It grows quickly, doesn’t need fertiliser to have a successful harvest and it requires little water. Bamboo also releases more oxygen into the atmosphere than trees. To compare to a much more widely used fabric, cotton has a much greater negative impact on the environment. Approximately 29,000 litres of water are used to create 1kg of fabric, pesticides and irrigation systems contribute massively to environmental degradation, and chemicals used have been known to decrease local biodiversity, lower water and soil quality, affect human health and disrupt the ecological balance.

Bamboo clothing
Bamboo material has a silky texture to it and feels great on the skin. The advantages of wearing Bamboo clothing is, that Bamboo is naturally antibacterial, antifungal and hypoallergenic and is more hygienic and healthier. Bamboo clothing are especially good for sensitive skin and allergy prone skin. Bamboo fabric is highly breathable and absorbs sweat very quickly, hence it doesn’t stick to your skin. In cooler climates this fabric will keep you much warmer. To add to the benefits of Bamboo clothing, it protects the body from the sun, absorbing about 98% of harmful UV rays. The Bamboo material is made out of the Bamboo bulb and bleached naturally. All dye is non-industrial and is either classifies as low-impact or vegetable dye. Not only is it a strong and durable fibre – it is also 100% biodegradable. The Bamboo fibre is incredible soft, simular to fine cashmere.