Some people choose clothing based solely on its appearance without considering the unique energy of the garments and how they can actually impact one's emotions and whether the production of them doesn't jeopardize the environment. One key aspect of fashion alchemy is the art of consciously selecting clothing for the positive energy or other characteristics of the fabrics to produce a holistically positive wearing experience.
Civilizations in ancient India had the concept that each type of fabric or textiles possesses its own characteristic energy. In Sanskrit the word "Ayurvastra" translates to mean "healthy clothes" which implies that clothing has the power to influence one's health and well-being. The unique texture, physical and chemical properties, and source of the material all play a part in determining its overall qualities.
Every type of material has features which set it apart from the others. Cotton is a commonly used fiber that is natural, and it has long been attributed with the ability to attract divinity and positivity and keep negative vibrations away from the wearer. Also natural in origin, silk is known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory healing powers that keep skin vibrant, and prevent infections. Bamboo can be grown organically and naturally repels odors and may also be antibacterial.
As a synthetic textile, polyester is derived from petroleum, but today some manufacturers are producing a variation that is made from recycled materials that is more eco-friendly. Many vintage shops will resell classic polyester fashions too, which is another form of recycling itself. Lyocell is a fabric made from wood pulp that is processed in a environmentally friendly way and it does not wrinkle, so no ironing is required.
Soy oil byproducts are now being used to make soft, silky garments such as underwear and brassieres, its long fibers being naturally suitable for this. Hemp is another crop that is most often grown organically, is possibly antibacterial, and is highly versatile in its uses, being used for both rugged and soft material manufacture.
Most often used for sweaters, cashmere is made from the combed out hair of the Kashmir goat. That which is pure cashmere, not blended with synthetic fibers, processed or dyed with harsh chemicals is very strong and may stand up to years of wear. Linen is a breathable, lightweight material processed from flax, which can usually be grown organically, and is perfect for summer.
The wool of the Alpaca sheep is another fairly healthy material since these animals do not receive any types of injections or hormones that will be transferred into their wool, which usually lasts a long time with proper care. Plant sugars, mostly those from corn can also be used to make a fabric called Ingeo which can be produced using lower amounts of energy than it takes to process cotton.
Fabrics truly possess a life of their own and should not be viewed as a lifeless, inanimate object, since they can benefit the health and mindset of the wearer. Today people also have more clothing choices than ever before which take the protection of the environment into consideration, and as more become aware of its importance, they make a point of recycling used clothing instead of dumping them in already overcrowded landfill sites.
Civilizations in ancient India had the concept that each type of fabric or textiles possesses its own characteristic energy. In Sanskrit the word "Ayurvastra" translates to mean "healthy clothes" which implies that clothing has the power to influence one's health and well-being. The unique texture, physical and chemical properties, and source of the material all play a part in determining its overall qualities.
Every type of material has features which set it apart from the others. Cotton is a commonly used fiber that is natural, and it has long been attributed with the ability to attract divinity and positivity and keep negative vibrations away from the wearer. Also natural in origin, silk is known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory healing powers that keep skin vibrant, and prevent infections. Bamboo can be grown organically and naturally repels odors and may also be antibacterial.
As a synthetic textile, polyester is derived from petroleum, but today some manufacturers are producing a variation that is made from recycled materials that is more eco-friendly. Many vintage shops will resell classic polyester fashions too, which is another form of recycling itself. Lyocell is a fabric made from wood pulp that is processed in a environmentally friendly way and it does not wrinkle, so no ironing is required.
Soy oil byproducts are now being used to make soft, silky garments such as underwear and brassieres, its long fibers being naturally suitable for this. Hemp is another crop that is most often grown organically, is possibly antibacterial, and is highly versatile in its uses, being used for both rugged and soft material manufacture.
Most often used for sweaters, cashmere is made from the combed out hair of the Kashmir goat. That which is pure cashmere, not blended with synthetic fibers, processed or dyed with harsh chemicals is very strong and may stand up to years of wear. Linen is a breathable, lightweight material processed from flax, which can usually be grown organically, and is perfect for summer.
The wool of the Alpaca sheep is another fairly healthy material since these animals do not receive any types of injections or hormones that will be transferred into their wool, which usually lasts a long time with proper care. Plant sugars, mostly those from corn can also be used to make a fabric called Ingeo which can be produced using lower amounts of energy than it takes to process cotton.
Fabrics truly possess a life of their own and should not be viewed as a lifeless, inanimate object, since they can benefit the health and mindset of the wearer. Today people also have more clothing choices than ever before which take the protection of the environment into consideration, and as more become aware of its importance, they make a point of recycling used clothing instead of dumping them in already overcrowded landfill sites.
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