All-natural fibres; Not in your diet, but in your dress

All-natural fibres; Not in your diet, but in your dress

Harmony is in pure simplicity and organic elegance. The must-have natural fibres that every adult should look for while shopping for undergarments, constitute the core of elevating the importance of quality fabrics. As you go about choosing your intimate apparel, don’t forget all the bounties that come with natural materials.

Cotton: The Comfort Choice

Organic cotton is popular and used for undergarments; you have a solid reason to do so. This natural crop is cultivated without the use of pesticides or chemicals, making it quite an environment-friendly and skin-friendly option. Undergarments made from organic cotton ensure numerous benefits in the form of:

• Superior comfort and softness against the skin.

• Gilt-edged breathability to avoid irritation and infection.

• Durability and longevity, as cotton is much stronger and more resistant.

• Satisfaction with sustainable undergarments.

  
  

Nature bits: Do you know how much water it takes to produce a kilogram of raw cotton? Almost 10,000 litres. So, when you go to buy organic undergarments, choose 100% cotton instead of a synthetic blend and support sustainable practices.

Bamboo: The Big-grass Bliss

Bamboo as an undergarment has been highly popular in recent years, and one can understand why. It’s a fast-growing and renewable resource, offering perpetual plusses.

• Unparalleled softness, beating even the most expensive materials.

• Exceptional moisture-wicking properties prevent you from getting damp and sticky.

• Natural antibacterial properties help to prevent odours and infections.

• Thermoregulating abilities, keeping you cool in summer and warm in winter, and also UV protective.

• Minimal processing is required without involving any harsh chemicals.

When you purchase undergarments produced using high-grade, unconditioned materials like bamboo, you're investing in both your comfort and the planet's health.

Nature bits: To try breaking a huge bamboo cane in half is not that easy. For good measure, bamboo is an eco-warrior and has a tensile strength stronger than steel.

Silk: The Sheen Style

Silk is a suitable material for those who want to pamper themselves with some level of luxury in undies. Silk, as a natural fibre, is remarkably smooth and soft in touch and elegant in appearance. Silk undies fit out:

• Tempting softness and a velvety feel against the skin.

• Breathability and moisture regulation.

• Silk threads have a natural protein structure, fabricating them hypoallergenic.

• A touch of indulgence and sophistication to your intimate wear

Nature bits: It takes nearly 3000 cocoons to produce a kilogram of silk. All silks are washable, and it is just a matter of how to wash them. Silk threads were used as currency in Ancient China, and China is the largest producer of silk in the world.

Chat time inside the drawer!

Silk: Hey! Let's talk maintenance. I’ve been worrying about dry cleaning, but now I see it as a spa day!

Bamboo: (laughs) That's a great attitude! My cold-water washes are like refreshing showers too.

Cotton: (smiling) And I love how machine washing makes me feel brand new!

Silk: Exactly! Proper care makes us shine. And it's not that hard.

Bamboo: (nodding) My pure fibres thank me for gentle cycles.

Cotton: (excitedly) And did you know some cotton blends can be air-dried? Game-changer!

Silk: Wow, that's fantastic! Less energy, less shrinkage.

Bamboo: (smirks) We're all absolute sustainability now.

Cotton: Of course! Every small change helps.

Silk: A little TLC goes a long way and makes laundry day a breeze!

Bamboo: Agreed!

Cotton: (smiling) United we stay, clean and fresh!

Here are a few fibre-friendly mantras:

☘︎ SILK: Dry clean or gently hand wash your silks in cold water with mild detergent,

delicate drying, and iron low heat.

☘︎ BAMBOO: Machine wash cold, gentle cycles, air dry or steam.

☘︎ COTTON: Machine wash in cold and dry; avoid over-drying.

Shared Care Goals:

✪ Gentle handling

✪ Proper washing

✪ Energy efficiency

✪ Increased sustainability due to biodegradable nature

✪ Education and Awareness

A good next step is to identify staple natural fibres in your wardrobe and see whether it makes sense to replace them. To mention a few:

✓ Polyester socks are being replaced with merino wool or organic cotton socks.

✓ Linen or hemp shirts instead of polyester/cotton blends.

✓ Top-quality natural materials like Tencel will generally last longer and hold their shape after being washed multiple times.

✓ Consider Merino Wool and Linen alternatives.

Start by phasing in organic innerwear, then organic base layers, and expand as much of your daily clothing as possible. You'll quickly notice the goodness of natural clothing and you may reach for synthetic clothes less and less.