The sustainable wardrobe: wood-based fabric selection. 

The state of the clothing industry can be such so discouraging, but the growth of interest in content like this keeps me hopeful that we're all on a good track to a more sustainable life.

Just got a modal pants thinking it's more sustainable, and then watched this video to realize my ignorance. Must learn more for sustainable life! Thanks for this informative video!

I really love that there is a trend for capsule wardrobes, thrifting, sustainable materials and recycling. I just hope it catches on fast enough and that everyone drops their shopping addictions... I'm so tired of seeing nature being destroyed through consumerism.

Excellent video...the public is so ignorant on all of this info in Canada. I will help spread the word...Thank you!!

Reformation, supposedly a more sustainable brand, uses mostly viscose up for all their clothes. Anyone that wouldn't know the process to get this fiber would or does praise this brand as sustainable, when in reality it really isn't. I'm glad you showed this information! How do you shop for your clothes knowing all this?

I love these educational videos! I've never really thought about the environmental impact of my clothing, and this is definitely helping to open my eyes. Can't wait for the next installment!

Like your other videos Daria this one was so informative, well organized and motivating. It was so GOOD I'll be sharing it on fb and my blog. You explain everything so well - and you've inspired me to search out Tencel and Lyocel for my fabric choices. Rayon has been around for years - I remember the first time coming across it in clothing and disliking it from the beginning. It never held up well through washes - one wash and it often turns into a rag and now that so much clothing is made with it what terrible environmental destruction this fabric is causing. Loosing our old rain forests is losing our global oxygen generators. Without them our oxygen levels drop (which it has already significantly leading to increased rates of cancer) I have been using bamboo/cotton in my sewing however thinking it was a more sustainable fabric (although it's a nightmare to work with!) but I'm going to stop that now having watched your video!

You have one of the most beautiful and informative channels I've come across. It's so cool how you've combined beauty and style with sustainability. Your videos are so helpful and your style is gorgeous. Love from Finland :)

Thank you for making this! People aren't educated in these things (neither was I), so videos like these will help change the future :D not to mention your fashion guides are bomb

I had no idea that these materials were wood based. This is really helping me to make informed choices, thank you 💕

Unfortunately eucalyptus does effect wildlife, especially in the areas where humans artificially plant it. This tree is very "monopolistic", local flora cannot compete with it and eventually disappears. That's quite a problem in the north of Spain.

Daria, it is a very good video! I think Lyocell/Tencel is also using toxic chemicals like NMMO (N-Methylmorpholine N-oxide) which is very aggressive chemical. Although Lyocell/Tencel uses close loop manufacturing process, no system is completely leak proof !

Wow, I didn't know any of this, this is amazingly helpful and useful information. Thankyou, really eye opening!

so true, people need more education. thank you for spreading the word!

You're so informed. Love these vids!

This series are very informative and useful, thank you so much! As a fashion student this is KEY

Thanks Daria. This series is totally opening my eyes to what I'm wearing. Looking forward to more information.

It was very useful for me to repeat qualities of fabrics as to the consultant in clothing store. It's great that you talk about environmental friendliness on your channel. Thank u!❤️

thanks for this video! i try to choose fabrics that are biodegradable and low impact, i haven't been able to find this information easily so this was super informative!

Обожаю ваш канал!! Мне нравится именно атмосфера и качество. А также Ваш голос очень приятен))) Начала смотреть когда были русские субтитры, сейчас конечно сложнее стало воспринимать информацию, потому что с английским языком есть проблемы. Но с другой стороны очень полезно и общий контекст можно понять, тем более что наглядно все видно и есть пояснения на английском языке. Спасибо огромное за Ваш труд. Продолжайте в том же духе и, надеюсь, появится помощник с русскими субтитрами и будет всем хорошо)))

Great video! To the point and informative :))) Love, Veronica

Thank you for this video 😊

Thanks for your 2 last vidéos. They are really usefull. Very interesting !! Great content.

thanks for a very informative video! 👍 I have been using a capsule wardrobe for several years now, and it is very gratifying to know that it also helps the environment as well as keep my home clutter free. I am definitely going to look further into tech to sing more sustainable clothing.

I love your channel, you provide very informative pieces. Thank you!

Wow Daria! Thank you! You will get tired of reading this but thank you thank you thank you for taking the time to research and make these informative videos. I had heard of viscose only but had no idea there were wood-based fabrics. Also, thank you for all the links and resources you provide on your website for alternative eco-friendly brands.

Daria, thank you for sharing this information, as I have wondered at both the process and content of these fabrics. Perhaps you could also address the issue of breathability a little bit more. Modal seems to have good breathability for individuals who suffer night sweats. It seems lighter, more moisture wicking and quick drying than cotton, linen, or viscose/ rayon. In fact, viscose comes in at a close 2nd. Based on this, modal seems to have an important function presently lacked by the other fabrics. If you know of other fabrics which provide the same benefit, please let us know. Thanks, Maria

Hi, Your videos so nice. I like your videos

So helpful and informative, as always!! xx

Very useful! Will you make a clip about innovative fabrics like pinatex- fabric made from pineapple fibres?

Terrific video. Eileen Fisher seems to have transparent sourcing for lyocell and other fabrics. I dare department stores to have mandatory education on fabrication!

Very informative!

These are my favourite videos! I find it hard to find reliable sources of i formation in fashion in terms of the prodution line and materials. Can you recommend any sites that are based on research and not just "I've heard"?

I buy only second hand, besides from my underwear, do you think i still have to pay much attention to the fabrics? Or is it okay for me to be less strict about it since it is all recycled items? :-) Love from Denmark ;-*

just found you. subbed. thank you so much for making such informative videos!

What a great video. Informative and interesting!

Очень познавательно,благодарю за труд！ Не знала,что смешанные ткани не разлагаются...Удивительно,но в Ветхом Завете были такие заповеди:не делать материю из разных нитей и не создавать гибридов фруктов-овощей,раньше не понимала смысл.Мы сами губим планету и себя（

Great video!

Very nice video. Can you give sources about the facts in your video?

Благодарю за интересные и ёмкие видео, смотрю ваш канал постоянно, просто вдохновляет ваша жизнерадостность! Такой вопрос: я смотрела раньше ваши видео с русскими субтитрами, что помогало мне быстрее воспринять информацию, с недавних пор русские субтитры перестали появляться и я смотрю видео с автопереводчиком и когда это простые темы, то все в принципе понятно, а когда возникают названия тканей, химические составляющие, научные данные, приходится часто останавливаться и переводить каждое слово. Будут ли ещё появляться русские субтитры или может нужна помощь или время для их редактирования?

Daria, what about Lenzing or Ecovero Viscose? Is it as bad as the regular viscose? Is it greenwashing trick? I also learned, from your other video, that viscose is not breathable. What about modal and tencel?

Thanks! :)

I was meant to avoid cotton these days since I learn it's not entirely sustainable :( it's sad cuz it's very accessible for us. lyocell is quite hard to find in the market

Wonderful video as always. :) Which brands use Lyocell Fabrics?

If I had my way most of my clothes would made from eucalyptus. I had a set of eucalyptus bedsheets for six years that never faded or stretched. I lost one of them when it got tangled in the washer and ripped. I'm thinking of making a dress from the other one, lol.

Very helpful and so informative! Thank you for sharing! Have researched what companies is best to buy from please? :)

hi daria

I am interested in manufacturing clothing. Do you know where I can source Lyocell?

I like this one so much, but Eucalyptus, its leaves has toxic itself and deteriorate the soil.

Won't chemical pollute water and soil????

does that make modal toxic to wear?

Дарья, а как же субтитры?

How does one iron tencel fabrics? I've tried using a pressing cloth over it but wrinkles are still present. When I do direct ironing, I find that I get shiny patches on it despite using low heat, and I once read that shiny patches (mostly noticed in pants) occurs due to the scorching of polyester from high heat. So I'm a little confused here!

The chemicals using to extract cellulose can be reused.

Очень хотелось бы чтобы информация была на русском языке, подписана на Ваш канал давно и очень жаль что перестали работать на русскоязычную аудиторию

So its good to use chemicals 😒