Naturally beautiful organic cotton clothing

Thankfully, awareness of modern agricultural practices and their adverse effects on the environment and human health has increased over the last two decades, resulting in hard-won tighter restrictions on chemical and pesticide use, and giving rise to healthier organic growing practices for crops we ingest. But what about crops grown to make the clothing we wear?

Many Americans are unaware that as much as 25% of pesticides used on our planet are applied to cotton crops. On top of this, chemical defoliants are used to make cotton boll harvesting quicker, easier and cheaper. So you know that 100% cotton t-shirt you may be wearing right now? Roughly a quarter of a pound of chemicals went in to growing its fibers. Your jeans needed almost two thirds of a pound of chemicals.

Hemp clothes and clothes made from organically grown cotton present wonderful alternatives and are a great way for you to help make a difference in the world we leave to future generations.

The Green Earth Market is dedicated to supporting agricultural practices which are gentle to soil, water and ultimately human and environmental health. That's why we offer a broad and beautiful collection of organic cotton clothing at very reasonable prices. We invite you to browse through our collections and discover that great style and comfort does not preclude environmental responsibility.

The oldest piece of fabric ever discovered dates back 10,000 years and was made from hemp. Sadly, the abuse of certain varieties of hemp plants caused this beneficial crop to fall out of favor during the 20th century, and cultivation restrictions in the United States on all varieties are extremely rigorous and restrictive.

However, hemp as an ecologically friendly source of fiber for clothing fabrication has attracted a growing base of support around the world. Along with organic cotton clothing, hemp clothing is recognized as a healthy alternative to synthetic fibers and cotton grown outside of organic agricultural standards. Hemp clothes are strong, durable, comfortable and very easy to care for. Check out our great selection of hot styles, and see how simple it can be to look great while making a statement about your personal environmental conscience. You may also want to buy a few unique gifts online for friends and family.