Everyday, we are bombarded with the scientific facts that we are slowly killing our planet and the sad fact is that our children will be the one’s who are left to clean up the damage. It is hard for us to imagine exactly what we can do to help, but there are small ways and habits we can change to do our part. This blog is about fashion, and children’s fashion in particular, so I wanted to bring to light some of the new and fun ways to incorporate saving our only planet with children’s clothing today.
The best way for us as parents today is to purchase eco-friendly fabrics. Many of us ask what exactly are eco-friendly fabrics, and what are the benefits. Eco fibers and organic fabrics are grown without the use of any pesticides or chemicals. To be certified as “organic”, a fabric must be regulated and monitored so no such products are used in the manufacturing process. Since we know that chemicals can be absorbed into our skin, why would we want these harmful products next to the sensitive skin of our little ones? Many of the chemicals used for dying clothing create enormous amounts of toxic waste that pollute the earth every day and can use extreme amounts of energy to create and dispose of. Using natural color dyes like clay can rid of this whole process. Besides being biodegradable and good for the environment, most of these fabrics just feel better next to our skin. Try bamboo for example, it is not only breathable and hypoallergenic, but it also feels soft and silky. What child wouldn’t love to sleep in that?
Sales in the last year for organic fabrics were over 1 billion dollars and growing still. People are starting to see not only the advantages for our planet, but also in comfort and health.
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