FabricIQ
Reading the label…
Organic Cotton
B
Cotton grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. Same fiber properties as conventional cotton but with significantly lower environmental impact.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
74/100
DurabilityTypical60
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortAbove-average80
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityStrong85
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthWeak45
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingWeak40
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EaseAbove-average75
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityAbove-average82
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using organic cotton
8 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains organic cotton. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Pact
518 products
Topo Designs
53 products
Tentree
52 products
Organic Basics
43 products
Mate the Label
37 products
Roark
33 products
Pangaia
31 products
Boody
30 products
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing organic cotton.
Products with organic cotton
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains organic cotton. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
Mate the LabelB
Luxe Alpaca Half-Zip Sweater
50% Organic Cotton, 8% Merino, 50% Organic Cotton
$107
Mate the LabelB
Luxe Alpaca Ribbed Cardigan
50% Organic Cotton, 8% Merino, 50% Organic Cotton
$107
Mate the LabelB
Tencel Sleep Button Down
70% Tencel, 30% Organic Cotton
$98
Mate the LabelB
Tencel Sleep Oversized Tee
70% Tencel, 30% Organic Cotton
$68
Mate the LabelB
Tencel Sleep Scoop Tank
70% Tencel, 30% Organic Cotton
$48
Universal WorksB
Blue Woolcot Bio Loose Cardigan II
53% Merino Wool, 47% Organic Cotton
$200
Mate the LabelB
Tencel Sleep Striped Oversized Tee
70% Tencel, 30% Organic Cotton
$68
Mate the LabelB
Tencel Sleep Wide Leg Pant
70% Tencel, 30% Organic Cotton
$98
Taylor StitchB
The Hawthorne Shirt in Asphalt
59% Tencel, 22% Linen, 19% Organic Cotton
$95
Taylor StitchB
The Hawthorne Shirt in Surf Green
59% Tencel, 22% Linen, 19% Organic Cotton
$95
Banana RepublicB
The Everyday Wide-Leg Pant in Tencel™-Cotton
60% Tencel, 40% Organic Cotton
$80
RoarkB
Made To Fade Short Sleeve Button Up Shirt - Washed Dusty Lilac
55% Organic Cotton, 45% Tencel
$69
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from organic cotton. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same organic cotton feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
👕Everyday Casual
ExcellentExcellent comfort (80) and easy care (75) for daily wear
🌱Sustainable Fashion
ExcellentExcellent sustainability (82) and biodegradable — great eco choice
👔Formal/Office
GoodGood durability (60) and comfort (80) for office wear
😴Sleepwear
GoodGood comfort (80) and breathability (85) for sleeping
🩲Underwear
GoodGood breathability (85) and comfort (80) for undergarments
Detailed Use Case Scores
everyday85
underwear85
sleepwear85
Pros
- ✓ No synthetic pesticides
- ✓ Softer with wear
- ✓ Hypoallergenic
- ✓ Lower environmental impact
Cons
- ✗ More expensive than conventional cotton
- ✗ Still high water usage
- ✗ Wrinkles easily
- ✗ Can shrink
Better alternatives
Higher-scored natural materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
VicuñaA
+18 vs Organic Cotton · 92/100
BiodegradableThe rarest and most expensive animal fiber in the world, from the vicuña of the Andes. Finer than cashmere, incredibly soft, warm, and lightweight. A single coat yields only 250g of usable fiber every 2-3 years.
Merino WoolA
+12 vs Organic Cotton · 86/100
BiodegradableUltra-fine wool from Merino sheep. Softer and less itchy than regular wool, with excellent temperature regulation and moisture management.
Sea Island CottonB
+8 vs Organic Cotton · 82/100
BiodegradableExtra-long-staple cotton historically grown in the West Indies (Barbados, Jamaica) and Sea Islands of Georgia/South Carolina. Among the rarest commercial fibers on earth — staple length up to 2.5", silky hand feel, intense color saturation when dyed. Used in heritage luxury shirting and bespoke menswear.
Care Guide
Washwarm (40°C)
Cyclenormal
Detergentregular
BleachOxygen only
Drytumble medium
Ironmedium
Dry Cleanavoid
SoftenerOK
Special Notes
• Use eco-friendly detergent to preserve organic integrity
Additional Care Tips
- • Machine wash cold or warm (30–40°C) on gentle cycle
- • Tumble dry on low heat or line dry to preserve fiber integrity
- • Iron on medium heat with steam if needed
- • Use plant-based, fragrance-free detergent to match organic ethos
- • Avoid chlorine bleach — use oxygen-based alternatives for whites
- • Store folded; pre-wash before first wear to reduce shrinkage
Cost
$$$$$
Mid-range
Shrinkage
May shrink 2-5% — wash cold
Eco Rating
Strong environmental credentials