Comments on: 12 Sustainable Materials And Fabrics You Should Know About https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/ Fri, 03 Feb 2023 21:04:50 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1553 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:29:39 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1553 In reply to Megan.

Hi Megan! We’re happy to hear you were so engaged with this piece — you raise great points! We’ll actually be doing a deep dive into many of these fabrics (and covering their sustainability) in the coming weeks (i.e., modal, hemp), so stay tuned for more info! – The Good Trade Team

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By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1552 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:29:32 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1552 In reply to Christy.

Hi Christy,

We’ve added a disclaimer to the article! We recommend shopping for recycled polyester above virgin polyester, as it uses considerably less petroleum to create and generates less carbon emissions in production! While we wholeheartedly understand that 100% natural fibers are best, we know that most garments wouldn’t have stretch without polyester, and feel that rPET is a safer, more environmentally friendly option. Hope this helps to clarify! xx

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By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1551 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:29:25 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1551 In reply to Pip.

Hi Pip! Bamboo is an excellent material, and we’re excited to see it showing up on more labels (plus, it’s so soft!) We’ve added to the list, and are excited to continue to build this fabric glossary in the future. Thank you for your comment! Xx

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By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1550 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:29:16 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1550 In reply to Kate.

Thanks for this feedback, Kate! We’ve added a note to readers to look for Ahimsa silk, which is a really helpful reminder for those of us looking to invest in ethical & sustainable goods. Xx

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By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1549 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:29:06 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1549 In reply to Eva.

Thanks for your comment, Eva! We’ve added wool, and are looking forward to continuing to add to this fabric glossary 🙂

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By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1548 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:28:49 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1548 In reply to Steph Steele.

Hi Steph! Thank you for your comment—we’ll be doing deeper dives into each of these individual fabrics in the near future, and will keep this feedback in mind 🙂 Thank you again, and hope you are taking care! Xx

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By: The Good Trade Team https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1547 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:28:30 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1547 In reply to Lanie.

Hi Lanie! You should be able to gently steam most fabrics, but we recommend spot testing or reading up on your exact piece/blend first before doing so. x – The Good Trade

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By: Jay https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1546 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:27:10 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1546 I want to get into making clothes as a hobby but its so hard to find cheap and sustainable things besides just taking apart my old clothes that are falling apart. I’m trying to do some research to start seeing where i can get sustainable "new" fabric! thanks for posting this article!

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By: Lanie https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1545 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:26:49 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1545 can you steam all of the fabrics listed above?

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By: Olivia Mitchell https://www.thegoodtrade.com/features/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1544 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 18:26:31 +0000 https://www.thegoodtrade.com/sustainable-clothing-fabrics/#comment-1544 I loved your piece on sustainable fabrics – it’s really great to know that we have options. Thank you for all the tips!

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