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WHY CHOOSE ORGANIC COTTON? For the Planet When producing organic cotton, no toxic chemicals flow into the soil or any connecting rivers, lakes or seas. During production, any water used can be recycled and returned to the soil, rivers, lakes or seas without causing any harm. This is considered organic farming. It also has less impact on air pollution and uses 88% less water and 62% less energy than conventional cotton production. For the Farmers Due to organic cotton being grown without the use of chemical pesticides or fertilisers, it protects the well-being of farmers and their communities. According to data from the UN, an average of 200,000 people die from toxic exposure to chemicals used in standard cotton production per year across the world. BENEFITS FOR WEARING ORGANIC COTTON Breathable Due to organic cotton being a natural, breathable fibre, it will keep you cool and comfortable in warm weather since it doesn’t trap heat and allows moisture to evaporate. It will also keep you insulated in cold weather. Durable Organic cotton is more durable than conventional cotton because organic cotton hasn’t been processed with strong harsh chemicals which weaken and damage the fibres. Organic cotton fibres are also longer and have a stronger structure. Biodegradable Not only can organic cotton be recycled, but it’s also compostable. Plants biodegrade and due to cotton being a plant it can break down back into the environment to be used by the soil. Hypo-Allergenic Due to organic cotton being processed with no harmful chemicals, it’s better for your skin and for health. It’s hypo- allergenic which means it won’t cause irritation for people with skin issues or with sensitive skin. Organic Range is GOTS Certified The Global Organic Textile Standard is known for its respected certification and demanding criteria. GOTS ensure that environmental, ethical and social standards are met. Choosing a garment that has been GOTS certified ensures that the fibres of the raw material have been grown and produced in a non-harmful way, avoiding damage to the environment and to the health of the farmers. GOTS also regulate production to ensure fair trade and safe working conditions for the farmers. G L O B A L O R G A N I C T E X T I L E S T A N D A R D · G O T S · ORGANIC RANGE The VAN111 Organic Cotton Tee is also made from 100% sustainable material and perfect for DTG and screen printing! This stylish tee comes with a crew neck and a self-fabric back neck and shoulder tape for ultimate comfort. The VAN203 Organic Sweatshirt and VAN202 Organic Hoodie are made from 100% sustainable cotton and ideal for layering. Both styles feature full needle double layered cuff and welt for shape recovery, twin needle seams for durability and a tear out label for easy re-branding. There are also kids’ versions of both the cotton tee and hoodie. Again, both feature 100% sustainable cotton and serve as stylish additions to the range. Check out the full Vanilla organic collection at yourvanilla.com or xpres.co.uk VAN203 ORGANIC SWEAT G L O B A L O R G A N I C T E X T I L E S T A N D A R D · G O T S · VAN111 ORGANIC TEE KIDS OPTION AVAILABLE www.images-magazine.com APRIL 2021 images 31 CP COVER PROMOTION