Are All Organic Baby Clothes Created The Same? |
Posted: January 17, 2018 |
To compete with the designer organic baby wear brands popping up in the market, you can notice the supermarket chains are now releasing organic baby clothing. Looking at the pricing at was quite surprised as the pricing was lot less that of designer labels. What sets most designer brands apart from these supermarket brands is most of the designer labels are certified organic. GOTS certification ensures people involved in the supply chain is treated fairly with respect. All employees are paid more than the minimum wages set by the local governing council and it is more important than ever to support and shop small. There are few other certifications in addition to GOTS, which ensures that the cotton sourced for fabric making is indeed organic. Supermarket brands are very good at starting price war but without any certification to validate their claim, I would rather buy from smaller brands which are usually good at maintaining high ethical standards. It would be nicer if the entire fashion industry shifts towards sustainable and ethical manufacturing. A travel to thriving textile hubs in developing world brings you the stark reality of fashion industry. More and more consumers are now looking to support ethical and environmentally friendly products. Educating the consumer about the claims and the actual credentials of the product is critical. As the bodysuits and sleepwear snug up to little ones body it is important to use natural fibres. Organic cotton fabric is made without using harmful chemicals it is ideal for babies skin. It helps with skin conditions such as eczema especially if your baby is born with sensitive skin. Choose clothing that is made with minimal dyes. Dyes are made of harmful chemicals and that is one of the primary reason baby clothing is made with white and pastel colours. If you are looking for simple yet funny and quirky prints, look for designer kids wear brands. Not all brands are created equal and not all clothing are created equal too. It is important to look for and support brands that are natural, ethical and sustainable. Slow fashion is the way to go in order to leave a liveable planet for our future generations. Organic clothing is the first step towards this and our shopping choices should benefit this beautiful planet. I hope this article is helpful for you in making better fashion choices for your little ones wardrobe.
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