Safe to wear, but rough on the environment.
↳ Safe to wear; production isn't clean — donate when done.
Why this material grade?
This product scored 71/100 on the 7-axis material rubric, based on its composition of 55% Linen, 45% Cotton. Blended from 55% Linen, 45% Cotton — the score is a weighted average based on each material's proportion.
B (70-84): Good material composition — above average across most axes.
What this score doesn't measure
- ×Fiber grade. Staple length, micronaire, strength. "100% cotton" could be short-staple upland or long-staple Pima — same label, very different fabric.
- ×Yarn processing. Singles count, ply (single vs two-ply), spinning method (open-end vs ring-spun vs compact), mercerization. Invisible from any label.
- ×Knit / weave structure. Single jersey vs interlock, knit tightness. A loose knit pills; a tight knit lasts.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). One construction signal among several — and high GSM can come from loose cheap yarn just as easily as from fine tight yarn. We have it for blank manufacturers, rarely for retail.
- ×Pre-shrink processing. Sanforized cotton shrinks ~1%; non-sanforized can shrink up to 10%. Not visible from the composition tag.
- ×Construction quality. Stitch density (SPI), seam types, collar geometry, manufacturing tolerances (AQL). These often matter more than the fiber itself.
- ×Specific chemical loads. Health Impact flags "likely PFAS / possible formaldehyde" from composition × category — we don't lab-test individual SKUs.
We rate the fabric, not the garment. Composition is the floor of what you're guaranteed to be getting — most shoppers don't have that.
Good quality
Well-balanced fabric that should serve you well. Follow the care guide to maximize lifespan.
Cotton biodegrades in 1-5 months. When you're done with this, it returns to the earth — not the ocean.
Cotton absorbs moisture but doesn't wick it. Great for a hot day, terrible for hiking — you'll stay wet.
Linen is made from flax, which grows in poor soil with little water. It's been used for clothing for over 30,000 years.
Health Impact
Microplastic shedding · skin-contact synthetic load · likely chemical treatments
Low health impact — predominantly natural fibers with no major treatment flags.
Minimal
0% synthetic
No flags
Care Guide
Best For
Excellent durability (71) and comfort (76) for office wear
Good breathability (91) and moisture wicking (54) for light activity
Good comfort (76) and care ease (61) for casual wear
Good comfort (76) and breathability (91) for sleeping
Good breathability (91) and comfort (76) for undergarments
Good durability (71) and breathability (91) for outdoor activities
Good sustainability score (69)
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