Do you love comfortable, breathable clothes that are easy to wear? If yes, then chances are that you've come across clothes made from recycled plastic.
Yes, you heard it right – recycled plastic! Sounds absurd, doesn’t it?
But it’s a fact that recycled plastic can also be used as fabric, and what’s more, it's super soft too! We dive deep into how recycled plastic makes the fabric of our t-shirts super soft, so you can have a better understanding of this eco-friendly clothing.
The Beginning
The journey of recycled plastic fabric begins with recycling plastic water bottles. Plastic is a durable material that can be molded, shaped, and recycled to form new products. Once the used water bottles are collected, they are cleaned, melted, and transformed into polyester fiber. Polyester fiber is a derivative of oil and gas, but the recycled version uses less energy and reduces carbon dioxide emissions.
This top-notch recycled polyester fiber is spun into yarn. The yarns that are spun with recycled polyester fiber are used in the manufacturing of clothing and accessories. Apart from being sustainable and eco-friendly, recycled polyester fibers are also super soft, comfortable, and easy to wear.
The Manufacturing Process
Recycled plastic fabric goes through a rigorous manufacturing process that eventually leads to it being super comfortable. The fiber made from recycled plastic has a rough feel, but the process of turning it into soft fabric is what makes it great.
The polyester fiber is spun into yarn, and after this stage, the fabric is treated with chemicals. These chemicals help to soften the polyester fiber, which results in the making of soft, comfortable fabric. During this process, the recycled polyester fibers get dyed, printed, and finished to meet the desired look, texture, and style expected by you.
The Breathable Fabric
Recycled polyester fiber is widely known for its breathable quality that makes it perfect for our t-shirts. The polyester fibers have tiny micro-spaces in between them that can absorb moisture, keeping your skin dry and fresh. The breathable nature of the fabric aids air circulation, which makes it ideal for people who engage in physical activities that cause sweat. The recycled polyester fiber fabric does not absorb sweat like other fabrics, which eliminates any unpleasant odor.
The Durability of the Fabric
Recycled plastic fibers are not only soft and comfortable, but they are incredibly durable too. The fabric is stretchy, vibrant in color, easy to clean, and retains its shape even after several washes. The superior quality of the recycled polyester fiber fabric means that it is less prone to tearing, shrinking, wrinkling, and pilling. This, in turn, makes it a cost-effective option for people who want something durable and long-lasting.
Eco-friendliness
We believe fashion can move towards a more sustainable, eco-friendly future, and recycled plastic fabric is one such sustainable alternative. Traditional clothing materials like cotton and synthetic materials consume gallons of resources like water, and contribute to the pollution of rivers and landfills. On the other hand, manufacturing recycled polyester fiber fabric consumes 59% less energy and releases fewer emissions into the environment. Using recycled plastic bottles also saves them from polluting the environment and gives them a new life in the form of clothing.
Conclusion
Recycled plastic fabric is a new-age option that ticks all the right boxes – eco-friendly, comfortable, breathable, and cost-effective. The process of recycling old water bottles and transforming them into sustainable clothing material is a commendable step towards a sustainable future.
It’s a wholesome solution that helps the environment, looks great, and feels amazing to wear. So, check out our super soft t-shirts made from recycled plastic fabric. Pick a few up and you'll not only look great, but you'll do your bit to contribute towards a better future. ✯
