The Fabric of Everyday: Why Material Matters?

Have you ever put on an outfit that just felt 'good'? Not just because it looked terrific but because it breathed and moved with you, and no matter what happened, you knew you could navigate your day a little bit more smoothly in that outfit. This is because of the fabric; it worked for you.

We are here to slow that down in a fast-fashion world of trends. Sustainable fashion is a durable, quality-based lifestyle choice involving breathable fabrics, sustainable materials, and ethical consumption.

Let's examine why the materials we choose matter not only for our comfort but also for our well-being and the well-being of our planet.

Your Clothes Are Talking- Are You Listening?

Selecting the right materials is more than about looks; it's also about health, sustainability, and durability. Natural, eco-friendly clothing materials such as organic cotton, linen, and Tencel not only breathe but hug your skin, making skin irritations and allergies less likely. Organic cotton and other materials that breathe are kind to your skin and allow for improved air circulation, making them suitable for different climates. 

For example, organic cotton is like a nourishing balm to your skin. With stable but breathable clothes over your body, you care for yourself throughout the day while knowing that you align with your values connected to sustainable materials.

However, polyester and nylon clothing are synthetic. They come from petrochemical materials, which create more intensive chemical processes that are made available to wear. 

Synthetic clothing holds heat and moisture, causing discomfort and possible skin challenges. With every wash, these materials shed microplastics, causing incredible pollution and significantly impacting aquatic life. 

What a great reminder that these behaviors need to change to more sustainable materials and take care of our planet. 

Best Fabrics for Everyday Wear

Durability and comfort are key to anything you wear today. Saadaa's commitment to sustainable fashion, eco-friendly clothing, and sustainable clothing is built into each garment we make. Here are our top choices of natural fabrics: 

1. Cotton

Soft, comforting, breathable, and hypoallergenic, organic cotton has become a staple of everyday clothing. Organic cotton is a popular choice for clothing worn to work or for hobbies since it is hypoallergenic and helps sensitive skin. 

We source the highest quality organic cotton that is soft on the skin, very breathable, and durable. The durability, in particular, means our organic cotton will last longer and require fewer replacements; this is one reason organic cotton is such a sustainable material.

2. Linen

Naturally stylish, lightweight, breathable, and moisture-wicking, linen clothing will take care of you in warm weather, like what is typically experienced in most India. Linen is flattering in texture and looks understatedly sophisticated and relaxed when you wear it for casual/sometimes warm weather. 

Many of our clothing articles are created from linen and produced from eco-friendly clothing procedures. They demonstrate Saadaa's attention to addressing the range of climates in India.

Linen has natural cooling properties through its makeup; natural linens also become softer and more comfortable after every wash, highlighting the advantages of choosing sustainable fashion.

3. Tencel

Tencel fabric is comprised of sustainably sourced wood pulp. Tencel is a soft and breathable fabric with impressive moisture management capabilities.

The method of production that Tencel uses creates a closed-loop system, which means sustainable products are used, waste is minimized, and energy is handled correctly. 

Saadaa embraces Tencel due to its luxurious texture and Tencel's capacity to create eco-friendly clothing options.

4. Viscose

Although viscose is semi-synthetic, it has a luxurious feel and excellent drape that is great for dresses and blouses. The sustainability of viscose is as essential as sourcing. Realistically, we must try to source our viscose from sustainable, responsible practices to consider our fabric sustainable.

All viscose garments are sourced and examined to ensure sustainable, responsible practice. This is why viscose will remain an integral part of our collection. 

5. Cotton Satin Lycra

This blend combines the comfort of organic cotton, the beautiful sheen of satin, and the stretch of lycra to create stylish but functional eco-friendly clothing.

The breathability of this fabric blend and the unique combination of softness, shine, and stretch embodies Saadaa's sustainable fashion philosophy.

Fabrics to Avoid: Protecting Skin and Planet

Some fabrics are fashionable, while they are concerned with the cost of their more hidden environmental and health issues:

• Polyester: Being derived from petroleum, Polyester is not biodegradable and contributes to harmful microplastics and pollution of our oceans while affecting our marine ecosystems. Opting for natural fabrics over Polyester is a significant step in supporting sustainability. 

• Nylon: The production of nylon requires copious amounts of energy, meaning more greenhouse gases. You are drastically reducing your environmental impact by choosing more breathable fabrics like organic cotton over nylon.

• Acrylic: Acrylic is used in clothing, typically as a substitute for wool. The production of acrylic uses toxic chemicals and is also not biodegradable, causing long-term environmental issues. Sustainable fashion means avoiding these types of fabrics.

• Conventional Viscose: Conventional viscose is produced using harmful chemicals and exploitative practices. It is essential to choose viscose from responsible, environmentally-conscious clothing brands. 

Final Threads: Making Informed Choices

Your clothing decisions create a ripple effect. Picking sustainable options is much better for your comfort and better for the health of our planet. At Saadaa, we have taken great care to provide clothing that reflects these conditions. You are working toward sustainable fashion and a healthier planet with every piece. 

Fashion is, and should be, about more than just looking good. It's about feeling and doing good, as well! So choose wisely when you opt for breathable fabrics, and embrace and choose sustainably with Saadaa, consistently wearing your conscience.