While we all know about the effects of what the fashion industry is doing to the planet, It is sometimes difficult to figure out an alternative way of working around. The concept of sustainable fashion was not newly born yesterday, it has been circulating amongst the general public for years, yet when it comes to implementing the core ethics behind sustainability, there is a certain sense of hesitation. With the amount of new innovations happening around in the market, it is so difficult to differentiate marketing gimmicks from legitimate options. We at Deepwear are your older brother, ready to guide you through the tips and tricks of Sustainable fashion manufacturing. While in one of our earlier blogs we have covered how to distinguish a real sustainable sourcing company from a fake one, which sustainable path to choose in terms of fabric is still a difficult decision.
Why Choose Sustainable Fabrics?
It really is quite self explanatory. To make your business module more “sustain” -able, it is important to see which choices would align well with the product’s, the people’s and the planet’s needs. It is not required to choose options with fancier marketing campaigns or complex vocabulary for your brand, but rather it is important you choose options from that sustainable fabrics list that work well with your needs.
Sustainable Fabrics in Terms of Planet
This is the part more widely known and discussed in the sustainable fashion industry. Products that are good for the environment, biodegradable, non- toxic, organic etc. It is not just the component of the fabric that makes it sustainable, the process the fabric goes through is also important. For example, an eco friendly natural fabric like cotton which is dyed in harmful and cheap dyes, is still not considered sustainable. The boundary of sustainability is quite subjective, but the base values need to stay constant to choose the best from most sustainable fabrics.
Sustainable Fabrics in Terms of People & Product
At the end of the day, everything that we produce, gets produced with the goal of getting consumed. Hence it is important to keep the end customer in mind while choosing your lot of sustainable fabrics. Regardless of how well researched a fabric is, if the people don’t accept it, or if it isn’t relevant to your desired clientele, it would still end up in a landfill.
Most of our latest sustainable projects have shown a diverse demand of textiles for varied different products. In the past few months, we’ve catered to everything from sustainable kidswear to swimwear. While we have a range of various projects to discuss about, we have shortlisted them down to the ones we feel need to be talked about more.
Linen and Linen Blends
Not only is Linen a go-to choice for sustainability, but it is also a great quick way to add an element of elevated luxury to your products. The tactile feel of linen along with its cooling and absorbent properties make it a great choice for equatorial clothing and accessories. Our factories in Europe, the U.S., China and India produce one of the best Linen products in the most sustainable way. We at Deepwear do not solely rely on certificates and labels but rather prefer to personally verify how ethical a manufacturer is. Our textile and production experts analyze every single factory in person to ensure we only provide the best of the best options. To know more about how to incorporate Linen into your brand’s identity, or how to get great Linen products manufactured, click here.
Recycled Poly Spandex
Recycled poly spandex is made from recycled plastic bottles, which helps to reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in landfills and oceans. It also uses less energy and water to produce than virgin polyester and hence has a lower Carbon footprint. Not only is it sustainable, it is also a breathable and comfortable fabric that is perfect for activewear and other garments that need to be able to wick away moisture. Most times, there isn’t much of a price difference between the recycled polyester fabric and the virgin polyester. We have worked with great factories all across China and Southeast Asia that can help you produce the best quality garments and the most affordable prices. This is also a great option for Scuba fabrics since they are often more durable than traditional scuba fabrics. They can withstand more wear and tear. If you are looking for comfortable, durable, and stylish sustainable scuba fabrics, your search ends here.
Tencel
Denim is a staple that might never really go out of fashion, but what if there was an option that was sustainable, yet didn’t compromise on the look and feel of denim? The answer is quite simple. Tencel is a type of rayon that is made from wood pulp. It is a soft, breathable fabric that is also very strong and durable. Tencel is also naturally wrinkle-resistant, so it requires less ironing than cotton denim. A blend of Tencel with cotton produces Light denim which is a lighter weight fabric than traditional denim, making it more comfortable to wear in hot weather. Both Tencel and light denim are sustainable fabrics that are made from renewable resources. They are also both low-impact fabrics that have a smaller environmental footprint than traditional cotton denim.
There are many more sustainable options for every use possible. Be it medical grade fabrics, aprons, boxers, tents, kids toys, bed spreads, carpets. Everything can be sustainable if we just know where to source the right materials at the right price. This is where Deepwear can help you. Our 14 global offices across the world, help us have a better reach and connect with sustainable fabric manufacturers globally. Everything from new sustainable fabrics to fabrics that have long stood the test of time, we can help you. We establish a personal connection with every client, every artisan and every factory we interact with to keep things honest and transparent. Our on ground merchandisers, only filter out the best possible options for every product brief that we get. Not only sourcing, we can be your guide throughout the whole journey right from the conception of the idea to the final logistics and marketing. Our 360º service means we can help you with brainstorming, designing, tech packs, sourcing, production, quality checks, shipping, logistics and marketing. Click here to start your Deepwear journey today!