They are sourced, designed, and spun on traditional handlooms, then tailored in the mountains of western Nepal -- supporting a developing economy and fragile ecological balance. The style of the weave may deviate slightly depending on which village the fabric is spun in. These shirts are sold to you nearly at cost. For the wearer, H**p fiber possesses three times the tensile strength of cotton. It
fares well in all weather conditions, especially hotter and more humid climates as it is 50% more UV resistant than cotton fibers and naturally mold-resistant. Environmentally, H**p has a minimal footprint as it requires little to no irrigation and does not require synthetic fertilizer. H**p’s deep center taproot replenishes vital nutrients to the soil and prevents erosion. Nowadays, Patagonia and other environmentally friendly clothing manufacturers are making clothes from H**p, given benefits to both our planet and the wearer -- helping improve the western stigma around H**p
Care Instructions: I recommend washing by hand and air drying vs tumble drying to maintain top quality. (The threads are preshrunk)
