Kate Quinn

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Kate Quinn Sustainability Actions

Uses natural fibers

I always look for labels like 100% cotton or organic cotton and certifications like GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) and OEKO-TEX standard 100 certification. OEKO-TEX means that the fabric has been tested for harmful substances, but polyester can also receive this certification, so it’s best to double-check the textile content if we want to avoid polyester.

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Supports organic cotton

Organic cotton differs from regular cotton because it is grown without synthetic chemicals, fertilizers, or pesticides. It requires less water and energy to produce and releases fewer greenhouse gases. It also helps build healthy soils that store carbon and combat climate change.

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Avoids polyester blends

Today’s fashion market is flooded by fabrics made out of polyester or polyester blends. There’s a lot of greenwashing going on regarding this subject. However, polyester fibers lack true circularity due to challenges in material quality degradation and limited recycling cycles. Polyester sheds microplastic into our ecosystem.

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Uses snug sleepwear

Many baby pajamas feature a label saying, “Wear snug-fitting. Not flame resistant.” By US law, loose-style pajamas can be made out of flame-retardant fabrics, but snug, stretchy pajamas do not allow for a significant amount of air to be trapped between the baby’s skin and the garment, lowering the risk of rapid burn.

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