Organic and Environmental Friendly Clothing

My knowledge of environmental friendly clothing is not very vast. I've learned things about it here and there, but it has never been a staple in my mind. Currently, in my Textiles: Fiber to Finish class we are discussing alternative processes that reduce environmental harm. There are current alternatives to a process called retting. Retting is used to loosen the fibers so that they can be removed from the stalk. Chemical retting is where all the problems come in. It is used because it is the most efficient and fastest of the retting processes. It creates problems with water quality if the retting water is released into surrounding streams and waters.

I researched different companies online that produce organic clothing and one in paricular struck my interest. The name of the company is called Gaiam. Gaiam promotes yoga wear and comfortable organic clothes. They also sell home and outdoor furnishings that are eco-friendly. Gaiam has a special line of "Thoughtful Tees" that encourage environmental concern. T-shirts like "Cool It" inspire America's youth to be aware of global warming...its not a myth. This is a picture of a jacket that I liked because I find the color very unique and vibrant...unlike the economy which is grim and morose. I appreciate companies like this one because they hold a positive outlook that really comes through in their products.