Falls short on every axis β flimsy, synthetic-heavy, and rough on the environment.
β³ Skip if you have other options.
Why this material grade?
This product scored 52/100 on the 7-axis material rubric, based on its composition of 93% Polyester, 7% Elastane. Blended from 93% Polyester, 7% Spandex β the score is a weighted average based on each material's proportion.
D (40-54): Below-average material composition β weak on durability or comfort.
What this score doesn't measure
- ΓFiber grade. Staple length, micronaire, strength. "100% cotton" could be short-staple upland or long-staple Pima β same label, very different fabric.
- ΓYarn processing. Singles count, ply (single vs two-ply), spinning method (open-end vs ring-spun vs compact), mercerization. Invisible from any label.
- ΓKnit / weave structure. Single jersey vs interlock, knit tightness. A loose knit pills; a tight knit lasts.
- ΓFabric weight (GSM). One construction signal among several β 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.
- ΓPre-shrink processing. Sanforized cotton shrinks ~1%; non-sanforized can shrink up to 10%. Not visible from the composition tag.
- ΓConstruction quality. Stitch density (SPI), seam types, collar geometry, manufacturing tolerances (AQL). These often matter more than the fiber itself.
- ΓSpecific chemical loads. Health Impact flags "likely PFAS / possible formaldehyde" from composition Γ category β 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 β most shoppers don't have that.
Below average β consider alternatives
This fabric scores low on quality. It may pill, wear out quickly, or not feel great against skin. And when it does wear out, it'll sit in a landfill for decades. Look for higher-rated options.
Every wash of synthetic fabric releases up to 700,000 microplastic fibers into waterways. Use a Guppyfriend bag to catch them.
This fabric will take 200+ years to decompose. That means a shirt you buy today will still exist in the year 2226.
Dryer heat destroys spandex/elastane over time. Your leggings and stretchy clothes will last 2x longer if you skip the dryer.
Biodegradability
Not BiodegradableMaterials will persist in the environment for decades.
Health & environmental impact βHealth Impact
Microplastic shedding Β· skin-contact synthetic load Β· likely chemical treatments
High health impact β significant synthetic content or likely chemical treatments. For frequent skin-contact wear, consider a natural-fiber alternative.
700,000 fibers/wash
100% synthetic
Antimony
- Antimony (trace): Virgin polyester contains trace antimony from PET production. Recycled polyester reduces but does not eliminate it.
Care Guide
Decode symbols βWash
cold (30Β°C)
Bleach
Do not bleach
Dry
line dry
Iron
low
Dry Clean
avoid
Better Alternatives
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100% Tencel
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