COTTON

Cotton is a very soft, strong and breathable fabric. Cotton is made from cotton fibres, a natural plant based material.

The bad side of cotton

Cotton production is responsible for 25% of the pesticides used worldwide each year. Its production poisons our soils and the people who work in them. Cotton is also a very, very thirsty fibre. Its cultivation requires an enormous amount of water.

However Cotton is strong and durable. The secret to any sustainable wardrobe is helping your clothes last longer

We do use cotton in our collections, but just the fabrics that meet our standards.

Certified organic by GOTS: the leading standard for organic farming and manufacturing.

Or

Reuse of existing resources from responsible suppliers.

HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR COTTON

Cotton is a very soft and breathable fabric, Cotton is it is prone to shrinkage, colour bleeding, and losing its shape over time. The usual recommendation to wash a cotton garment is to wash it in cold water on a gentle cycle to prevent shrinking and fading. Avoid fabric softeners, as they can dull the finish.

Clothesline or hanger drying is recommended. If you choose to put your cotton garment in the tumbler dryer, use medium heat. If ironing cotton, and the iron does not have a designated cotton setting, use steam and high heat.

Special note on Corduroy: we recommend washing corduroy inside out. You should avoid ironing as not to crush the ribbed nap. Instead, you can choose to steam your garment.

Special note on Denim: Always wash denim inside out, otherwise it will bleed out. Jeans should be washed as little as possible and never tumble-dried as they can shrink. Dry line to preserve the fit and helps avoid possible shrinkage or Fabric warping. Powder detergent can cause stains.

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