Sustainable T-Shirt Guide

NUVONDA @ DIRTS

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The selection of T-shirts is huge and it is the item of clothing with the most diverse uses in different qualities, cuts and materials. DIRTS has focused, among other things, on T-shirts made of organic cotton that can become your daily companion. That's why we at NUVONDA found that the DIRTS brand is the perfect partner for our T-shirt guide.

What are the different cuts of sustainable shirts?

Slim-FIT

"Cotton fabric is easy to wear, but not always environmentally friendly. Intensive cotton farming can have harmful effects on the environment and people - from water pollution to poisoning of wildlife to poor treatment of workers. For example, about 16 percent of the pesticides used worldwide are applied to cotton fields, even though they only make up 2.5 percent of the total agricultural land. It is not without reason that cotton has a problematic nickname: the "dirtiest plant in the world."

Organic cotton, on the other hand, is an ecological raw material that is grown without these agricultural chemicals. In this case, the harmful substances of intensive cotton cultivation are replaced by natural substances such as green manure. In this way, cultivation is not as harmful to the environment and people. A high quality of organic cotton fashion can be achieved through predominantly more traditional cultivation and harvesting methods. Organic cotton clothing receives certification from various organizations and institutes, at least as certified organic cotton (kbA).

The GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is the highest standard for organic cotton fabric, which, in addition to ecological raw material criteria, also includes social and ecological aspects in the production process. Such certifications enable consumers to buy high-quality, fairly produced organic cotton."

STANDARD FIT

"The STANDARD T-shirts from DIRTS have a normal cut and therefore fit a little looser than the SLIM versions. But here too, DIRTS has 2-3cm more length than conventional T-shirts."

Oversized fit

"Sustainable T-shirts in the OVERSIZED version are cut much wider than the other shirts and have a loose, casual fit. "

Philipp, Founder of DIRTS

Gregor, co-founder, explains the differences between organic cotton and conventional cotton

Benefits of sustainable T-shirts

Even if conventional cotton only reflects part of the environmental impact of the entire textile industry, switching to organic cotton fashion can massively reduce the burden on the environment and the climate. Even a product like an organic cotton T-shirt can make a significant contribution to this. We live in a world in which sustainability is no longer just a side issue, but has become the focus of interest. Wearing organic cotton clothing can be an effective improvement that we can achieve in everyday life.

1. Organic cotton fabrics keep the water clean

The intensive production methods of traditional cotton cultivation pollute our seas, rivers and water supplies. Organic farming is much gentler because dangerous synthetic pesticides and fertilizers are banned, so no harmful chemicals end up in the water. This in turn promotes organic farming and healthier soils.

2. No synthetic pesticides

Organic farmers use natural pest and disease control methods for organic cotton. By using these gentle methods, there are fewer harmful effects on the ecosystem and also on the people who handle the organic cotton fabric.

3. Combinability

Ever since James Dean, the white T-shirt has been the classic. Whether with jeans, a jacket, a vest or a skirt - the combination options are endless. Whether you are looking for a basic T-shirt for men or a timeless women's T-shirt in Switzerland, our sustainable fashion online shop has everything you need. These T-shirts are the perfect all-rounders in your wardrobe - they go with everything, feel great and will last you a long time.

NUVONDA is a cooperative with the aim of making sustainable fashion labels accessible to as many people as possible. That's why at NUVONDA you will only find labels that aim to produce as sustainable, fair or regional products as possible. The web designer Gregor is the one who supports NUVONDA as a “member of the administration” in cooperative jargon, especially in IT-technical questions.