Hemp fashion is back – and not just for hippies

Few plants are as protective and versatile as hemp. From biofuels to food, medicine, and building materials, humans have cultivated their seeds for thousands of years, from their homeland in Central Asia to the far corners of the globe.

Hemp is now considered fashionable because it is durable.

One of the earliest and most enduring uses of hemp is as a textile fabric. Some 7,000 years ago, farmers in ancient China began to convert cane fibers into textiles. This is because of its dryness and heat.

By the time the Indian cotton began to spread in the 13th century, it had become one of the region’s fastest-growing markets.

The history of Hemp in the US

Even with centuries of geopolitical change, hemp was common and widely used. President George Washington raised him at home. The first American flag was made from it. Even Referral Madness did not lose its usefulness.

During World War II, a national propaganda film — Hemp for Victory — invited American farmers to include this crop in their gardens and use it to create naval cables.

But with the advent of new technologies, hemp fabric has gradually taken on a number of new materials, such as wool, denim and nylon, and is no longer in fashion. It was used by a few people each year, and their main activities were field workers, hippies, or ground-based activities that valued organic textiles.

The resurgence of the fabric hemp

The passage of the 2018 Agriculture Bill in the US legalized legal growth of less than 0.3% THC. Since then, a growing number of fashion brands have adopted the hemp plant, praising its low cost, durable, antibacterial and UV-resistant properties. And we’re not talking about baggy pants and loose shirts; Hemp is now considered fashionable because of its durability.

We explored the world in search of companies that included hemp in their design and these are some of the favorites. Here is what is happening.

Patagonia

The king of foreign fashion accepted the call. Patagonia valued his commitment to the planet, and he created a complete line of hemp, mixed with organ cotton, recycled polyester, and lysozyme.

From shorts to thin vests and retro tuta, Patagonia has created a range of clothing ranging from sportswear to workwear, which is resistant to natural fiber (uses little water and does not require artificial fertilization).

8000 kg

Asked how the company got started, Bernardo Carrera, founder of the 8,000-pound company, said: “It all started as a joke.” “We weren’t serious at first, but as we began to learn more about the plant and its properties, we realized that it would change the game. Hemp had the potential to change the fashion industry.

Dividing the time between Portugal and the USA, Carrira made 8,000 kilos in a sustainable shoe industry. He is now receiving luggage. Their latest launch is this waterproof and expandable bag — perfect for both Metropolitan residents and adventure seekers.

Hemp and Hope

So we love the brand: in addition to the fact that the ceremony focuses on slow fashion and Himalayan supporters, they make all the pieces by hand – three trees are planted for each order.

The Earthquake of Hemp and Hope Clothing bears the power of Pokhara and Kathmandu.

Astrol

A.D. Since its inception in 2002, Astral has been planning to design a route that will allow users to explore the low-impact wilderness.

A.D. In 2020, when the plastic crisis flooded rivers and oceans, the company decided to include hemp in most of their footwear, including forest shoes. Made from 77% hemp, 23% recycled polyester and rubber sole, the shoe has become a favorite of astronauts and one of their main ambassadors, Garrett McNamara.

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Started by brothers Alex (formerly soccer player Yale) and Mike (University of Washington fashion designer), the family’s business is mostly made of durable and recycled fiber – 85% of their materials – including hemp, which is non-dyed. Toxic dyes.

Faherti has promised to replace their plastic packaging with Eco-friendly paper bags. The tremendous White West Coast surfer encountered a cold city explorer.

Hemp Eyewear

These glasses will make you rethink the way we look at hemp. This Edinburgh-based company has turned Hemp into a permanent eye mask, 100% herbal.

Hemp Eyewear offers Hempker’s lifetime maintenance and recycling policy to ensure that any manufacturing or material defects and defects are repaired free of charge.

If the frame is too closed for renewal, the company will reuse your glasses and offer a discount (up to 30%) on new pairs. And if you don’t like the available models, you can choose the customization program that allows you to customize the color of the frame, temple, and lens (and add some extra punch for personalized text).

By Ionescu

When it comes to fashion, few think of Romanian as a reference point – but Ionuț Rus is changing that. Following in the footsteps of neo-ethnicity, the founder of De Ionescu is rocking the men’s wardrobe with 100% hemp fiber made in transplant.

According to Ionuț, “Old stories, such as new ones, are being developed in harmony with modern silicon-style lifestyles. We dream of bringing new hemp back to life around the world.

According to archaeological research, the Trian tribes of Romania used the hemp plant, which is celebrated by de Ionescu in every Bohemian and soft clothing.

Manassas

Despite its long history of cannabis in Japan (Shinto Buddhists used it for incense and clothing and rope), it has banned cannabinoids as a strong drug.

Mastash is making sure to grow the plant and has a good reputation with durable outerwear. Originally founded in Seattle in 1993, the company is now based in Tokyo, but the spirit of the Pacific Northwest is embedded in every piece of clothing, making it ideal for rock climbers and hype.

Santiago Rodríguez Tarditi

Santiago (@srtarditi) is a Colombian-born journalist focusing on drug policy reform, cannabis culture, and psychic renaissance. He is the co-founder of BIPOC / Latinx-owned CBD Company @ intu.rituals.

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