Organic Cotton Women

I'm trying to add a bit of green into my life, but I can't seem to find any online sites to buy inexpensive, organic colorgrown cotton t-shirts (women's or unisex). I am also looking for tips on having a greener wardrobe in general, if you have any. Thanks!

Nowhere. "Inexpensive Organic" is an oxymoron because the whole point of slapping on the "organic" label is to charge higher prices for an inferior product. If you want a wardrobe that is more benign to the environment go for synthetic fibres such as dacron or polyester; growing fibre crops is devastating to the ecosystem.

2008-04-25 06:28:06 by Snickers

Womens Cuddler Tee Smile-itsme® Organic Cotton Tees: the softest cotton tee you've ever owned, we know you'll like 'em. The Cuddler ...

I love 7's, and I learned that they have organic cotton jeans now. I'd like to find a pair, but I'm not sure where to go. Does anyone know for SURE where I can go out this weekend in Los Angeles and get a pair?

Theres a 7FAM store in LA.Heres a link to the store locator
http://www.7forallmankind.com/store_loca tor.html#



Other good places to try
Kitson
Ron Herman
Fred Segal
Barneys
Intuition

All of those stores are known for having the best designer jean selections and usually have all the latest brands and styles.

http://www.thestylenotes.com/shoppinggui dela.htm

2008-03-14 08:57:25 by Love0646

Price: $36.00 $30.00

90% Organic Cotton, 10% Spandex
18" Inseam
Machine wash cold with like colors, tumble dry low, remove promptly, do not bleach

From their website:

"We are committed to: Investing in natural and organic fibers and environmentally-friendly dyes"

"Indigenous uses only certified organic cotton, which is grown without any harmful pesticides, herbicides, insecticides or artificial fertilizers. "

http://www.indigenousdesigns.com/section /company/philosophy
"In many cases, Indigenous utilizes the natural colors of organic cotton and fleece, eliminating the need for dyes to achieve complex color schemes within our fashion collections. Indigenous also develops low impact dyes which contain no heavy metals and are Azo - dioxazine compound free."

I also read something about their artisans not being exposed to toxic dyes. Now please take a look at this very interesting fact, from Overstock.com:
http://www.overstock.com/Worldstock/Orga nic-Cotton-Cable-Sweater-Peru/3485901/pr oduct.html

And I quote, since I believe the following gem will not be viewable by residents outside of California:

"WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm."

WTF???? How's that for being two-faced?! It's actually worse than non-organic cotton! :-(

Ok here is proof that this is an Indigenous Design brand. Take a look at the color, Amethyst and the photo. It is the exact same from the ID website here:

http://www.indigenousdesigns.com/shop/pr oduct/women/3003AMT/organic-cotton-cable

BUSTED, MAJOR TIME BUSTED!

This reminds me of all these so-called "natural and organic" shampoo & skin care companies that tout their products as "chemical-free" "organic and natural" "safe for chemically sensitive folks" and you turn the bottle around and it's got all these ingredients you can't pronounce and you search them and they're not only very toxic and carcinogenic, they're not natural at all (even though the company claims "vegatal" or "from coconuts") Well yeah after you add a crapload of synthetic carcinogens to the coconut you can still say that it comes from coconuts, you're just deceiving us by not disclosing the full truth!

IT'S TIME THAT INDIGENOUS DESIGNS AND OTHER MANUFACTURES OF SO CALLED ORGANIC COTTON CLOTHING AND ORGANIC SKIN CARE OWN UP TO THEIR DECEPTIVE TACTICS! CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT, ANYONE?

Chemically injured and chemically sensitive people (aka persons with MCS) need to have full disclosure here. Personally, I have lead poisoning and don't need the aggravation.

What do you think? Why is this legal??

Your question caught my interest since I'm about to purchase some Peruvian sweaters so this is really scary!!

Ok. I just had a chat with Overstock.com They claim the "manufacturer" told them it has lead. So I'm thinking maybe Indigenous Designs is not at fault here but maybe they are in the dark? Maybe someone ought to contact ID's Matt or Scott. The thing that's confusing is INDIGENOUS DESIGNS IS THE MANUFACTURER! Overstock did acknowledge that the label is the manufacturer. But I'm thinking maybe the Peruvian artisans are lying to I.D? And telling the truth to Overstock? Hmm...it's really weird. And deceptive to say the least.

I found one email for Indigenous Designs:

Matt@IndigenousDesigns.com (I guess the other guy's email would be Scott@IndigenousDesigns.com but Matt seems to be "the man in charge"...)

At any rate, I wouldn't want to buy from them if they don't know what's up! :o( Here is my chat with overstock.com:


Chat Information
Welcome to Overstock.com Live Chat, you will be joined with a chat representative as quickly as possible.
Chat InformationWelcome to Overstock.com Customer Service, you are now chatting with Alten.
you: HI
Alten: Thanks for visiting Overstock.com, this is Alten, how can I help you?
you: I have a question about Item#: 11555328
Alten: Hi there.
you: It says it contains Lead. May I ask how do you know this for sure?
Alten: I'll check on this information and help you.
Alten: Thanks for providing the catalog number.
you: Thanks You're welcome! :)
you: Also please let me know if it is indeed an "Indigenous Designs" brand?
Alten: Are you referring to the " Organic Cotton Cable Sweater (Peru) "?
you: Yes :)
Alten: Thank you.
you: There is a warning bottom of page.
you: and thank you :)
Alten: As per the information provided by the manufacturer, this item contains lead.
you: Do you know who the manufacturer is please?
you: is it Indigenous designs?
you: And do you know if the lead is in the dye, by any chance?
Alten: I am sorry, we do not have a information related to the manufacturer.
you: Please take a look here at I.D. it's the exact same photo. http://www.indigenousdesigns.com/shop/pr oduct/women/3003AMT/organic-cotton-cable
Alten: This is a world stock item.
you: What is world stock please?
you: Is that the brand?
Alten: Worldstock items are sourced or imported from other countries in to the US.
you: Ok. Thanks Did you click the link I provided?
you: That designer/manufacturer imports them from Peru and has the exact same photo on their site (and description)
Alten: Yes, I did click on the link.
you: They claim on their website "Indigenous also develops low impact dyes which contain no heavy metals and are Azo - dioxazine compound free."
you: So I'm confused.
you: On one hand the manufacturer claims to not use heavy metals, on the other hand your supplier claims there's heavy metal lead, right?
Alten: I understand your concern.
you: If I were to buy this and look at the label on the neck part, would it say world stock or Indigenous Designs, do you know?
Alten: However as per the information provided by vendor / manufacturer this item contains lead.
Alten: We cannot compare this description with other website.
you: Ok. Thanks. But do you know who the manufacturer is? May I please have that info?
you: ?
you: Hello? Are you still connected?
Alten: I am sorry, we do not have information related to the manufacturer.
Alten: Since we are in the business of liquidation, our items move on and off our site so quickly, it leaves us little time to become familiar with all of the features and accessories of these products.
you: Hmm...
Alten: I'll be happy to help you. Do you have any further questions for me?
you: Ok.
you: Yes I do
you: Would you agree that is fair to say that the manufacturer and the brand name that appears on the label are one and the same?
Alten: Yes, it should be same.
you: Ok. Thanks. Would the label be still attached to the sweater were I to buy one?
you: Or do you guys remove labels?
you: And this should be my final question...
Alten: The item will include the original tags.


Hope this helps!

2009-08-15 00:26:16 by .

Price: $45.00 $45.00

coolmesh & arch support       
cushioned sole & ribbed at ankle
made in Taiwan

I've googled for hours at a time and getting nowhere. I'm looking for either woven fabric by the yard in a pastel green aka mint green (aka "baby blanket" green) or any women's clothing already made in color mint green. (preferably tops but anything really at this point).

I'd also consider the shade known as dusty green aka seafoam green.
NO blue, please. (A lot of daltonians out there invariably wear brown and blue these past few decades on St Patrick's Day and try to pass it as green!) ;o)

Any help greatly appreciated. I've tried all the google links I could find. I know it's gotta be out there somewhere. Heck I might even consider knit by the yard, even though I'm looking for organic cotton which is woven and not jersey/knit. Thanks!
Just wanted to add: I'm VERY chemically sensitive, just in case anyone was about to suggest dyes or chemicals on the fabric. that's why it's ORGANIC cotton. Thank you :o)

Have you tried contacting the people at this site?
http://www.organiccottonplus.com/Fabrics .html
I would think they would most likely be able to help you with your search.
Good luck!

2009-07-25 04:26:03 by Serengeti

hi,
i'm doing research about organic clothing in singapore
please help by answering some of the following questions about organic clothing that uses all-natural, chemicals dyes

1. How likely would you be to purchase these organic clothes? (choose one)
a. Definitely would buy b. Probably would buy c. Might/might not buy
d. Probably would not buy e. Definitely would not buy

2. How important is it to you that organic clothing offers high style and follow current trends?
a. Somewhat important b. Neutral c. Not important

3. How important is it that your clothing has a low impact on the environment?

4. How important is it that your clothing has a low chemical content?

5. What is you current lifestyle/activities? (Select all that apply)
a. Working businessmen/women or student
b. Vegetarian
c. Frequent organic food purchaser
d. Occasional organic food purchaser

6. What is your aged group?
a. 15-18 years old b. 19-25 years old c. 26-35 years old
d. 36-50 years old e. 51 years old and above

7. What is you marital status?
a. Single b. Married

8. Do you know how is the apparel industry involved with organic cotton?

9. Do you know what kinds of products are made using organic cotton?


Thank you for your participation

The biggest problem with organic cotton is that it has to be hand picked.

I did this as a child and it is not the easiest thing to do.

60 years ago all cotton was picked by hand.

2008-08-12 05:05:01 by hening h