With the green trend being given a high priority in both the retail and promotional sectors of garment selling many different solutions to the organic clothing question have been mooted. The three main raw materials that have emerged as a base for organic clothing are Soy, Bamboo and Organic Cotton. Each have their benefits and drawbacks, and it is worth examining each one closely to see which option will be best for you.

Soy:

Soy fabric is made from tofu production and is similar in texture to cashmere. This material is not as strong as Organic Cotton or material derived from bamboo and is susceptible to stretching after prolonged use.

On the plus side the material does not need to be specially made as it is a by-product of tofu production therefore it has the least impact on the environment of the three. The resultant material is extremely light, UV resistant and antibacterial in nature.

Bamboo:

Bamboo grows exceptionally quickly and can be grown without pesticides, therefore it is an extremely healthy and sustainable base for material production. Clothing made from bamboo pulp will be similar to texture as silk and be highly breathable, UV resistant and antimicrobial in nature.

Bamboo loses 60% of its strength when wet, so it’s not suitable for durable clothes, prolonged washing or industrial uniform programs.

Organic Cotton:

Organic Cotton is Cotton grown without the use of synthetic fertilizers and other chemicals. A full explanation of the process, how to identify it and the difference between organic and fairtrade cotton can be found Here.

Similar in texture to Standard Cotton, if a little softer, a t-shirt or polo shirt made using organic cotton will easily absorb moisture and be simple to embroider or print on.

When deciding on our Organic Range we here at Polo-Shirts decided that t-shirts made utilising Organic Cotton offered the most reduced environmental impact, whilst still maintaining the high quality and affordability of our traditional t-shirt range.

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