Year after year, we eagerly await the arrival of summer – and as soon as it arrives, we start thinking about what to wear. Because when temperatures start to rise again, we naturally want to be prepared. Clothing then becomes not only a fashion statement, but also an important factor in keeping us comfortable in the heat.
The demands placed on our clothing are growing: on the one hand, it should protect us from heat and direct sunlight, but on the other hand, it should also allow the skin to breathe and reliably wick away moisture. In addition, we naturally want it to feel good. To meet all these requirements, high-quality fabrics are needed. Ideally, these should come from responsible sources or be recycled and of high quality. Let's take a look at the fabric selection that combines these requirements.
Which fabrics are suitable for sustainable summer clothing?
Various fabrics can be used to incorporate style, functionality and responsibility into clothing. They all pay off on hot days, as they make it easier to cope with the heat. What's more, they can be sourced and processed in a sustainable manner.
- Organic cotton: As a breathable and soft fabric organic cotton is ideal for use in summer clothing. Compared to conventional cotton, organic cotton does not require harmful pesticides or synthetic fertilisers. Its lower water consumption also contributes to making this biodegradable fibre a high-quality and resource-saving element of a sustainable wardrobe.
- TENCEL™ (Lyocell): Another example of a perfect summer fabric is TENCEL™. Made from wood cellulose, this soft and supple material is not only extremely comfortable to wear, but also has temperature-regulating and antibacterial properties. This means that unpleasant sweat odours do not develop as quickly and the silky texture feels wonderful against the skin. TENCEL™ is a trademark based on high standards of cultivation and processing. In addition, the solvents required for processing can be almost completely recycled.
- Linen: Another fabric known for its cooling properties in warm weather is linen. The fibre has been valued for centuries because it promotes air circulation and dries quickly. Like TENCEL™, it is also antibacterial. As a natural fibre from the flax plant, which is grown in many places and can be biodegraded, linen can be considered sustainable – provided that no harmful chemicals are used in its cultivation.
What are the advantages of sustainable and breathable fabrics?
Choosing clothing made from breathable and sustainable fabrics has numerous advantages – for the environment, but also for ourselves. In the long term, all living beings benefit from resource savings (e.g. through recycled base materials) and reduced environmental impact. For this reason, it is always a good idea to keep our ecological footprint as small as possible. Not least for a clear conscience.
Wearing breathable fabrics made from natural fibres has other advantages. These fabrics prevent heat build-up, which means that unpleasant sweat odours and even skin irritation are less likely to occur. The risk of this happening increases when chemicals are used in the manufacturing process. Heat dissipation ensures greater comfort and can even help prevent circulatory problems. The joy of these benefits can last a long time, as one of the factors of sustainable clothing that it is high quality and timelessly stylish.
Summer clothing that shows attitude and demonstrates environmental responsibility
While fast fashion continues to dominate textile production and the fashion world in many areas, sustainable fashion is increasingly taking up the fight against the resulting mountains of waste, water pollution and other issues. Various factors – ideally in combination – can lead to environmentally friendly and breathable clothing. These include the following:
- Regenerative farming methods that promote biodiversity and soil fertility, sequester CO₂ and avoid pesticides and other chemicals.
- Production processes that focus on the reuse of resources
- Natural fibres and colours that require little or no chemical or synthetic additives
- Recycled raw material that would otherwise be thrown away or destroyed
- Degradability of fibres, which allows clothing to dissolve
- Fair working conditions for everyone involved in the process
- Packaging that is limited to the bare essentials and contains little to no plastic
Experience shows that it is often not easy to identify which suppliers and manufacturers take these factors into account. So it's all the better when you have a reliable source where you can be confident of high quality and sustainability. Whether it's recycled raw materials, environmentally conscious processing methods or fair production conditions: Faedah Collection carefully selects brands before their products are sold through our shop. That's why we are proud to work only with environmentally conscious and trustworthy brands whose values we share – along the entire supply chain