What are the best Organic Shirts?

         Organic clothing is made from 100% natural fibers from materials that can be found in nature, such as: cotton, bamboo, or hemp.  In order to be classified as organic, the crops are grown without the use of synthetic pesticides, fertilizers or chemicals.  This can be very important for eco-conscious individuals who worry about the effects of chemical residues on their health and the environment.  Organic clothing also requires the use of organic dyes to color the fabrics.  Like organic food you see at the supermarket, organic clothing is often more expensive.  This is because extra maintenance required attending to pesticide-free crops as well as ethical integrity to the company.  Many companies the produce organic clothing also support other environmentally-friendly environments such as: humane treatment of animals and workers and fair-trade.  They also provide good work environments for their workers, unlike sweatshops where employees are paid a low-wage and work long hours in less than favorable environments. 

         Buyers beware; some companies may market their shirts as 100% organic, but may not be 100% accurate.  Sometimes companies will use 100% organic cotton fibers for the fabric of the shirt, but then use a polyester thread for stitching.  Polyester is not organic since it is synthetically produced.

         Need to order shirts for your next company event or function?  Try ordering organic shirts.  These are our favorite organic shirts:

Adult Anvil Organic Tee: The eco-friendly shirt uses 100% organic cotton, making it super soft. Sizes range from XS-4XL and available in 12 different colors.

What is an Eco-Friendly Shirt?

Many people would like to decrease their carbon footprint on the world, and choosing eco-friendly lines of clothing is a great step in the right direction.  By being environmentally conscious, companies that produce eco-friendly apparel strive to lessen their impact on the environment during the production of the shirt.  For instances, they may try to use sustainable methods and material in clothing production and use natural materials such as cotton or bamboo can be easily regrown.  Using natural fibers to create shirts uses less water and petroleum in shirt production, unlike shirts made with synthetic materials.  Environmentally conscious companies may also refrain from using synthetic pesticides or fertilizers on their crops to further lessen their impression on nature.  Some production facilities even invest in energy efficient lighting and HVAC systems as a way to help protect the environment.

Companies also try to produce shirts that are easily degraded when thrown away, so that they won’t accumulate at a landfill.  Some companies have even incorporated the use of recycled material into their clothing lines.  For example, Anvil has created several shirts that blend organic cotton fibers with recycled plastics from water bottles.  Going “green” is an important step in preserving our environment, and if you would like a custom eco-friendly shirt, here is what we recommend:

                  Adult Anvil Organic Tee: The eco-friendly shirt uses 100% organic cotton, making it super soft. Sizes range from XS-4XL and available in 12 different colors.

                  Adult Anvil Organic Lightweight Tee: This eco-friendly shirt is made of 100% organic cotton, but the heather grey version is made with 90% organic cotton and 10% polyester.  Sizes range from XS-3XL and available in 15 colors.

                  Adult Anvil Sustainable Tee: If you want to go green, then this is the shirt for you! This amazing shirt is made from 50% organic spun cotton and 50% plastic from recycled water bottles.  The blend of the natural and synthetic fibers makes this shirt extremely soft and luxurious.  Sizes range from XS-3XL and are available in 12 different colors.

                  Be environmentally conscious on your next shirt order and try some eco-friendly shirts.  You will love the way the look and feel, and the environment will love you right back.  Give Shirts For Anything a call if you’re interested in personalizing eco-friendly shirts!