| Material |
Description |
Properties |
| Cotton |
One of the most widely used natural fibers, cotton comes from the cotton plant's seed hairs. |
Soft, breathable, and absorbent, making it suitable for various clothing items. |
| Linen |
Derived from the flax plant, linen is a strong and durable natural fiber. |
Breathable, lightweight, and with a natural luster, linen is often used in summer apparel. |
| Wool |
Obtained from the fleece of sheep and other animals like goats (cashmere, mohair), rabbits (angora), and alpacas. |
Insulating, moisture-wicking, and versatile, wool is commonly used in sweaters, suits, and outerwear. |
| Silk |
Produced by silkworms, silk is a luxurious and fine natural fiber. |
Smooth, soft, and with a natural sheen, silk is often used in high-end garments and accessories. |
| Hemp |
Harvested from the hemp plant, hemp fibers are strong and durable. |
Eco-friendly, breathable, and with antimicrobial properties, hemp is gaining popularity in sustainable fashion. |
| Bamboo |
Bamboo fibers are derived from the pulp of the bamboo plant. |
Soft, breathable, and with natural antibacterial properties, bamboo is used in a variety of clothing items. |
| Ramie |
Obtained from the Chinese nettle plant, ramie is a strong and durable fiber. |
Resistant to mold and mildew, ramie has a similar appearance to linen and is often blended with other fibers. |
| Tencel (Lyocell) |
Produced from sustainably sourced wood pulp, often eucalyptus. |
Soft, breathable, and with moisture-wicking capabilities, Tencel is known for its eco-friendly production process. |
| Sisal |
Extracted from the leaves of the agave plant, sisal is a stiff and coarse natural fiber. |
Durable and resistant to deterioration, sisal is used in accessories and coarse textiles. |
| Jute |
Jute fibers come from the jute plant's stem. |
Strong, coarse, and with a natural golden color, jute is often used in eco-friendly bags and coarse textiles. |
| Abaca (Manila Hemp) |
Derived from the fibers of the abaca plant, native to the Philippines. |
Strong, flexible, and resistant to saltwater damage, abaca is often used in ropes and specialty papers. |
| Cupro |
Produced from cotton linter, a byproduct of the cotton industry. |
Similar to silk, cupro is soft, breathable, and has a luxurious feel, making it suitable for lingerie and lightweight garments. |
| Kenaf |
Obtained from the kenaf plant, a member of the hibiscus family. |
Lightweight, with a texture similar to jute, kenaf fibers are used in eco-friendly textiles and industrial applications. |
| Pineapple Fiber (Piña) |
Extracted from the leaves of the pineapple plant. |
Fine, lightweight, and with a natural sheen, piña is often used in traditional Filipino textiles for its elegant appearance. |
| Nettle Fiber |
Derived from the stems of certain nettle plants. |
Similar to linen, nettle fibers are strong, durable, and have antibacterial properties, making them suitable for sustainable textiles. |
| Ramie |
Extracted from the Chinese nettle plant, ramie is a strong and durable fiber. |
Resistant to mold and mildew, ramie has a similar appearance to linen and is often blended with other fibers. |
| Soy Silk (Azlon) |
Created from the byproducts of soybean processing. |
Soft, smooth, and with a silk-like texture, soy silk is a vegan alternative used in various clothing items. |
| Coir |
Obtained from the husk of coconuts. |
Coarse and durable, coir is often used in accessories, doormats, and upholstery. |
| Flax |
Derived from the flax plant, similar to linen but with longer fibers. |
Strong, breathable, and with a natural luster, flax fibers are used in high-quality linen textiles. |
| Modal |
Produced from beechwood pulp. |
Soft, smooth, and with excellent draping qualities, modal is often used in undergarments and activewear. |
