Hemp

Due to its many positive properties, hemp is one of the oldest useful and ornamental plants in the world and has been used to produce textiles for several thousand years. Hemp fibers are obtained from the bast of hemp plants. As the hemp fibers form large cavities that separate the layers of air from each other, hemp clothing provides pleasant coolness in summer and cozy warmth in winter. In addition, hemp textiles can absorb up to 30% moisture without feeling wet. Another positive effect is due to the natural greasiness of the fibers: Rain beads off for a very long time before it is absorbed and the clothing has a dirt-repellent and antistatic effect. In terms of UV protection, hemp is the unbeatable natural textile; it offers 95% UV protection, which is particularly appreciated by fair and sensitive skin types. Thanks to state-of-the-art extraction and processing of the fibers, hemp textiles are no longer necessarily rough and colorless, but comfortable to wear and available in beautiful colors. When extracting the raw materials, attention is generally paid to sustainability and humane working conditions. Hemp products are often also Fairtrade or GOTS-certified. In addition to pure hemp textiles, there are also blended fabrics, e.g. with cotton, silk or linen. As with modern functional clothing, the positive properties of the individual fibers can be optimally combined.