Linen Cloth: The Eco-Friendly And Sustainable Fabric Choice for Your Wardrobe

Sustainable fashion is a necessity. Unfortunately, not many people are aware of the sustainable fabrics that are easily available around us. Eco friendly textiles are more common and affordable than you might think. And the best example for this is Linen fabric- the underrated superstar of fabrics!

Did you know linen is one of the most sustainable fabrics, even more than cotton. It has several environmental benefits, along with looking stylish and comfortable. 

Organic linen is super airy, breathable, and lightweight. It is also very durable and versatile. But where can you find authentic and sustainable linen cloth outfits? Keep reading to find out.

The Lifecycle of Linen: From Field to Fabric

To understand why Linen cloth is one of the most sustainable fabrics, among all natural fibres, let’s dive deeper into the entire lifecycle of linen.

1. Cultivation and Harvesting

Linen fabric comes from the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum). Flax grows for about 100 days before being harvested. When the flax plants are mature, they are pulled up by the roots, instead of cutting, to maximise the length of the fibres.

2. Fibre to Fabric 

After harvesting, the flax stems undergo a process called retting, in which the stems are exposed to moisture and microbial activity to soften the fibres. Once retted, they undergo breaking, to remove the wooden part and derive the fibres. Now these fibres are combed and spun into yarn. After this, linen threads can be weaved into cloth, just like cotton.

3. End of Life

Linen is biodegradable, meaning at the end of its lifecycle, it can decompose naturally. This is why linen is the top choice for sustainable fashion. 

Environmental Impact And Benefits of Organic Linen Fabric

Organic Linen has several benefits for the environment:

1. Linen is Sustainable:
Linen fabric is derived from flax crops, which require much less water as compared to cotton. These crops can thrive with just rainwater. They do not need any chemical pesticides or fertilisers either. They require less resources, which makes them more sustainable.

2. Linen Fabric is Biodegradable:

Textile waste ending up in landfills is a major problem today. Linen cloth can solve this problem. Linen fabric is naturally degradable and has minimal impact on the environment.

3. All-season Wearability:

This sustainable fabric is also functional and can be worn all-year long. Linen can keep you cool in summers and warm in winters. This versatile organic cloth material is a must-have for all fashion lovers.

4. Low-Wastage Fabric:

The entire plant of flax is used in making Linen fabric, which means there is minimum wastage of the crop. Unlike cotton, linen can be easily produced by local farmers without much investment. 

Sustainable Summer Linen Must-Haves

Check out these super cute and comfortable organic linen dresses, that should definitely be a part of your summer wardrobe:

1. Breathable Linen Shirt Dress

You are going to fall in love with this beautiful hot pink shirt dress. It is ideal for the summer and monsoon season. The fabric is lightweight and breathable to keep you cool and comfortable all day long. You can wear this for formal occasions like office meetings, launch events, or team lunches, and casual events like day-out with friends and family. 

Style this gorgeous pink dress with white sneakers and white handbag for a casual look. Avoid heavy accessories, just add a watch and you are good to go. For a formal setting, wear closed-toe heels, preferably tan or black along with a sling bag and long earrings to look flawless.

2. Soft cotton-linen sleeveless shirt dress

This linen-cotton blend is the ultimate summer fabric that keeps you cool and comfortable in the hot & humid environment. You can wear this for vacations, shopping, dinner parties and even dates. It is ideal for both day and night outings. Its multicolour floral print makes it the ultimate vibrant outfit. 

You can style it with gold accents in your accessories to look stunning for any event! Who knew, natural fabrics clothing could be so stylish!

3. Airy Linen Shirt Dress with Pockets

This gorgeous black colour shirt dress is perfect for date nights, dinner parties, office parties, or vacations. It’s airy and breathable, so you can wear this all night long, without worrying about sweat. Made from 52% Linen and 48% Viscose, this luxurious blend makes this dress stretchable, soft and flowy, to give you a feminine touch. And the best part- it has pockets! 

You can pair it with strappy black heels and statement earrings for a bold look, or with nude heels and matching purse for a formal look.

You can also check out Virgio’s cotton clothing range for pure cotton clothes.

Conclusion

Virgio is one of the leading brands in sustainable fashion. We, at Virgio, focus on creating outfits that are beautiful and environment friendly at the same time. Virgio uses premium quality natural fabric to create durable dresses, to reduce textile waste. We have a wide range of dresses for women, co-ord sets, tops and trousers that you can choose from. We have also categorised the collection by occasions, so that you can easily find something that you need. We offer easy return on all orders, within 15 days of product delivery.

FAQs on Linen Fabric

1. Is linen fabric good for summer?

Yes, linen is very lightweight and breathable fabric and it keeps you cool and comfortable during the summers. It is also ideal for monsoon, as it is airy and absorbs sweat efficiently. Natural fibres like linen and cotton are best for hot and humid conditions.

2. Is 100% linen sustainable?

Yes, organic linen is sustainable and eco-friendly. The flax crop, which is used to make linen, requires much less water and fertilisers as compared to cotton. And it is completely biodegradable.

3. Does linen support a zero-waste lifestyle? 

Yes, linen fabric supports a zero-waste lifestyle and is environmentally friendly. The fabric is naturally degradable, so it does not end up in landfills. Moreover, the flax plant is almost entirely used to make linen cloth, leading to minimal wastage.