Natural Fibres

Plant Fibre

These come from different parts of plants such as seeds, stems, and leaves.

• Cotton: Soft, comfortable, and highly absorbent — ideal for everyday wear.

• Linen (Flax): Strong, cool, and durable — perfect for summer clothing and home textiles.

• Jute: Coarse and strong — used in bags, carpets, and ropes.

• Coir (Coconut Fibre): Tough and water-resistant — used in mats and brushes.

Animal Fibre

These fibres come from the hair, fleece, or secretion of animals.

• Wool: From sheep; warm and elastic — used in winter wear.

• Silk: Produced by silkworms; shiny and smooth — used in luxury garments.

• Cashmere, Mohair, Alpaca: Special wools known for softness and warmth.

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Mineral Fibre

Asbestos: A natural mineral fibre once used for heat-resistant materials (now avoided due to health concerns).

New-generation (eco-friendly or innovative) Fibre

• Made from wood pulp (mainly eucalyptus).

• Soft, breathable, biodegradable, and produced in a closed-loop system.

• Brand name: TENCEL™ by Lenzing.

• Also made from beech tree wood pulp (similar to Lyocell).

• Softer and more stretchable than cotton.

• Commonly used in underwear, activewear, and luxury loungewear.

• Derived from bamboo plants.

• Naturally antibacterial, breathable, and moisture-wicking.

• Used in T-shirts, baby clothes, and towels.

  (Note: Truly eco-friendly bamboo fabric is made mechanically, not chemically.)

• Made from the stalk of the hemp plant.

• Strong, durable, and becomes softer with use.

• Naturally UV-resistant and needs very little water to grow.

• Extracted from banana plant stems (agricultural waste).

• Soft, lightweight, and has a natural shine.

• Used for eco-textiles, paper, and blends.

• Made from pineapple leaves, a by-product of fruit farming.

• Looks and feels like leather — used in vegan leather goods (bags, shoes, upholstery).

• Made from orange or citrus peels left over from juice production.

• Smooth and silky — often blended with other natural fibres.

• Made from seaweed and eucalyptus cellulose.

• Rich in natural minerals; gentle and soothing for the skin.

• Used in luxury and activewear.

Natural Fibres are

• Biodegradable: Decompose easily, reducing environmental impact.

• Comfortable: Soft and breathable, suitable for all seasons.

• Renewable: Can be grown or produced again naturally.

• Moisture Absorbent: Help regulate body temperature.

• Durable: Especially when properly treated and maintained.