How to Buy Organic Cotton Clothes

Organic cotton is planted and harvested without the assistance of pesticides or other chemicals. Consumers who want clothes constructed without dyes or toxins often turn to organic cotton products.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

1. Head to your local outdoor clothing company to find organic and eco-friendly clothing for your family. Stores that sell gear for outdoor activities usually have a mission that is friendly to the environment. You should ask a salesperson if the store has a special section of organic clothing to cut down on shopping time.
2. Advocate for the use of organic cotton by boutique owners in your community every time you shop. Small business owners who hear repeated comments from customers may see an investment in organic clothing as a way to distinguish their products from those of their competitors.
3. Purchase organic cotton from a local farm and supply the raw materials to a local tailor. You should speak with the tailor before you buy cotton to discuss measurements as well as the materials used in assembling clothes.
4. Plan a trip to an organic cotton farm in your area to learn more about the process of cultivating organic crops. You should speak with the farm owner to discuss bulk purchasing options and discover which organic clothing stores are supplied by the farm.
5. Outfit your family and friends with workout gear from a local printer who uses organic cotton. You can request the use of safe dyes and favorite designs on t-shirts, hats and shorts made out of organic cotton.
6. Make a trip to your local co-ops and clothing exchanges a part of your monthly errands. Individuals involved in running these exchanges often have access to resources for organic clothing and food for trade.
7. Peruse websites for international clothing companies to open up your organic cotton clothing options. You should keep an eye on the ability to ship globally as well as sizing differences in foreign countries before you buy products.
8. Ask the manufacturers of your favorite clothes about the origins of cotton used in their products. Most clothing companies highlight their use of organic materials and you should make sure these claims are accurate before purchasing clothing.

Tips & Warnings

• Research the dyes used in organic cotton clothes to make sure your choice is completely clear of toxins. There are nontoxic dyes that can be used to add color to organic shirts and pants. Observe special instructions for cleaning clothes made from dyed organic cotton after your purchase.