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The unfortunate truth is that every fabric has some sort of impact on our planet. The question we're asking at Public Habit is: how can we help reduce it? We believe that the best way that you can minimize your environmental impact is to wear your products for a long time. We’ve prioritized durable, natural materials that will stand the test of time. Here's how we break it down for you.
- Can last up to 30 years
- Recyclable
- All-natural and quickly biodegradable
Cons
- Animal product, made from goat fur. Sheering them too early in the season can leave them cold
- Increased demand has led to more barren land and poorer conditions for goat-herders
- Only wearable in cold weather
Pros
- Can last up to 30 years
- All-natural, recyclable and quickly biodegradable
Cons
- Animal product, made from goat fur. Sheering them too early in the season can leave them cold.
- Increased demand has led to more barren land and poorer conditions for goat-herders
- Only wearable in cold weather
Pros
- Long-lasting
- All natural, recyclable and quickly biodegradable
- Excellent thermoregulator; wearable in many climates
- Certified by Woolmark, which ensures good treatment of sheep and protection of grazing land
Cons
- Animal product; made from sheep fur
How To Care For ItPros
- Lasts for many years
- Recyclable
- All natural and quickly biodegradable
- Certified by Woolmark, which ensures good treatment of sheep and protection of grazing land
Cons
- Animal product; made from sheep fur
Synthetic Blend
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Not biodegradable
- Blended material is harder to recycle
- Not hypoallergenic
Pros
- Lasts for many years
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Blended material is harder to recycle
Organic Cotton
Pros
- Longer lasting than cotton
- Recyclable and quickly biodegradable
- Hypoallergenic
- Does not use pesticides
- Excellent thermoregulator; wearable in many climates
- Kind to the soil
- In the counter-season, farmers can grow organic foods which helps with sustenance and income
Cons
- Significant water usage, though less than its inorganic counterpart
Pros
- Lasts for many years
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Blended material is harder to recycle
Tencel Modal
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Recyclable and quickly biodegradable
- Hypoallergenic
- Processed with a closed loop toxin free chemical system
- Made from the wood pulp of Eucalyptus trees, which require no water or pesticide
- 10x higher fibre yield and uses 100x less water than cotton
Cons
- Requires wood pulp to make, which increases deforestation
Pros
- Lasts for many years
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Blended material is harder to recycle
100% Silk
Pros
- Can last over 20 years
- All natural, recyclable and quickly biodegradable
- Hypoallergenic
Cons
- Animal product; made from silk worm cocoons
- Risk of child and forced labor
Pros
- Lasts for many years
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Blended material is harder to recycle
Virgin Polyester
Pros
- Long-lasting
- Inexpensive to produce
Cons
- Not biodegradable
- Highly allergic
- High oil usage
Pros
- Lasts for many years
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Blended material is harder to recycle
Viscose and Rayon
Pros
- Inexpensive to produce
Cons
- Weak and not long-lasting
- Not biodegradable
- Not hypoallergenic
- Treated with carbon disulphide, which can damage the nervous system
- Produced with sodium hydroxide, which can damage waterways, animals, and plants
Pros
- Lasts for many years
- Made by readily available fabric from the market instead of newly produced fabric
- Most of its production materials are recovered
- Carbon-neutral
- Less water and land per ton required for production than cotton
Cons
- Blended material is harder to recycle
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