Hemp is one of the world’s oldest fibers, dating back to 10,000 BC.
There are so many environmental benefits to creating hemp clothing that leave many people wondering why it is not more popular.
Sadly, because of legal reasons and heavy taxation hemp has never picked up as much momentum in fashion as it should have.
While hemp is related to the same cannabis plant that can get you high, the type of plant used for fashion contains very little THC.
But, because of the tiny amount of THC, hemp often becomes included in marijuana legislation and bans.
Today, many governments are working to separate how the 2 types of plants are categorized to create a loophole for garment fiber production.
1. Strong – it’s actually 2-4 times stronger than cotton.
2. Easy to dye – and is great for natural plant dyes as well.
3. Stronger when wet – which means your washing machine won’t wear it out.
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1. Wrinkles – like linen, hemp tends to wrinkle easily.
2. Not full circle – because it is not widely used, there are not many recycling facilities.
3. Comfort – hemp tends to be stiff at first and requires time to be broken in.
1. Less land use
2. Biodiversity and wildlife friendly
3. Strong and lasts a long time
4. Chemical free
5. Regenerates soil
6. Can be grown anywhere
1. Absorbs CO2 from the air
2. Uses less water than other natural fibers
3. Grows quickly
4. Zero waste crop
5. Biodegradable
6. Can be used in other industries If you want to learn more – read the full article.
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