Hemp Couture

Whatever happened to hemp? It was like, the fabric of the future, man … 20 years ago. The hemp crop was going to save the world. Then cotton went organic, bamboo came on the scene, and hemp took a backseat. ...

... After all, the hemp plant can be used for wood, fuel, plastic, and paper, and, because the hemp plant is naturally resistant to insects and weeds, growers don’t need to rely on pesticides.

In its garment application, hemp is more UV protectant than cotton, requires about 1/20th as much water to grow and process than does cotton, and is up to four times stronger than cotton.

Also, as opposed to cotton, hemp is anti-microbial, non-static, and it doesn’t break down.

All of which is important, of course, but those concerned with the wearing of Jungmaven shirts will be pleased to know they are surprisingly soft and supple on the bod, the graphics delightfully kick-ass to the eye.

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