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An informed consumer is a true friend of the environment. But with the amount of information floating around both on the internet and through word-of-mouth, those wanting to make smart choices can easily be overwhelmed and misled. Thankfully, a new guide is on the market to help! Calling itself the “ultimate eco-fiber reference guide for [...]
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Bamboo clothing, organic cotton, hemp fibre – all materials that pop into the head when discussing alternative fabrics. They are not mainstream (yet) and offer alluring choices of comfort and in many cases, a more eco-friendly clothing option. And while more designers are choosing to use these fabrics, for some, the materials are simply not [...]
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When most people visit a library (if people still do visit libraries), at best they get to feel coarse pages of books and possibly get a paper cut. But in this world, there exists a library that is full of fabric swatches instead of books and it’s dedicated to keeping on top of the rapidly-changing [...]
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With the invention of the light bulb came the ability to fit more work into the daily routine. And while we thank Mr. Franklin for the chance to read in our beds without catching the house on fire, there is an element of sleep deprivation that arrived with this invention. Our bodies are monitored by [...]
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Who’s misleading who in this “environmentally friendly” game of cat and mouse? While the Federal Trade Commission and other such agencies focus their efforts on exploiting companies for “alleged” misleading environmental claims, it might shock you to know that in the world of textiles…the consumer is, in fact, the energy consumption machine. So get ready [...]
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Labor Day is yet another holiday founded on good intentions that has morphed into another reason for massive retail sales around the country. In a way, the logic works. You work hard; you deserve to shop! Officially made a federal holiday in 1894 to honor the workers of America, Labor Day has transitioned into an [...]
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In a world full of packed schedules and lives lived on the go, it’s easy to see why many would argue against buying organic clothing (including organic bamboo clothing) based on convenience. And while permanent press came into our lives in the 1950s to help ease the burden of the overworked housewife, the cost of [...]
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It may not be a necessity that we often give thought to but everyone deserves a comfortable robe. Admittedly, we’ve all thought about stealing that robe from the spa or seeing if that hotel robe would actually fit into our suitcase. And now you can have your own slice of comfort to escape into with [...]
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Before clothing reaches your closet, there is a lifespan to that material that began from the ground up. The planting process itself has just as much an effect on the environment as the manufacturing process. And beyond the latest styles, there is a larger trend evolving in the world of fashion. Consumers are choosing more [...]
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Knitting evokes the image of little old ladies sitting around their nursing home in rocking chairs stitching together scarves and blankets and sweaters for all their grandkiddies. But knitting is not for just for grandmas anymore! After suffering a downturn in popularity in the 80s when efficiency and modernity were all the rage, knitting is [...]
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From Victorian times where men would retreat to their studies with smoking jackets to the bulky dressing gowns of the 1940s that women could wear around their homes, the history of loungewear has existed predominantly behind closed doors. Only in the 1970s did it become acceptable to wear loungewear outside the house, but people were [...]
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If you’re living an eco-conscious lifestyle these days, you put out your recycling each week, dispose of any chemical wastes from your house properly, and you seek out organic options when you shop for groceries. But if you’re doing all of these earth-friendly activities wearing a cotton t-shirt, you could be hurting the environment more [...]
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Sleep and relaxation fall low on the list of American priorities these days. America’s adults average 6.9 hours of sleep each night, slightly less than the range of seven to nine hours recommended by many sleep experts. This affects our everyday life from driving safely to job performance to the quality of time spent with [...]
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When you think of wet smelly places, do your underarms and feet come to mind? They should. These parts of the body are sources of perspiration, odor and insecurity. What do you do? Like most folks, you pull out the deodorants. Deodorant commercials tout their ability to keep you dry and odor free. Just spread [...]
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As many of you are aware, the Federal Trade Commission has made the allegation that bamboo fabric (viscose from bamboo) does not retain any antimicrobial properties that are prevalent in the plant itself. They state this without providing any scientific evidence to back it up. However, there have been numerous studies, scientific test results and [...]
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What is fabric hand? Fabric hand is one of the essential parameters characterizing garments’ appearance and quality. Or, to put it in lay terms, you know that favorite t-shirt of yours that you have had for years and washed over 100 times to make it super, ultra soft? That soft touch you so love is [...]
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Can Rayon Really Save Your Life? The FTC would have you believe that “rayon from bamboo” is the same quality fabric as “traditional rayon” due to its similar process. The FTC would also have you believe that companies have been misrepresenting this fabric by calling it bamboo or fiber from bamboo rather than rayon from [...]
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