S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y

At Emily Phillips, we are committed to making things beautifully: inside and out.  Our fabrics and practices involve the least amount of waste and most amount of biodegradable and recyclable components as possible.  We want to leave this world a better place than when we started so we are constantly researching new ways to make a bigger impact on your closet and a smaller impact on the earth.  
We focus on the entire life cycle of our clothing from fiber to finished product.   Our packaging is recycled, recyclable, renewable, plastic free and biodegradable.  Our manufacturer is a family owned and operated business that pays a great wage and we make in small batches so we waste less.   All of our fabrics are OEKO-TEX certified which means there are no harmful chemicals like pesticides, carcinogenic colourants or heavy metals in the textiles. They're better for your body and better for the environment. Here are our current faves.
 
   
 
T E N C E L
 
 
Tencel - a soft, durable and compostable fabric made from the pulp of eucalyptus trees.  Made from sustainable wood pulp sources, tencel is a cellulosic fiber with similar properties to cotton or viscose. Its softness, absorbency, strength, and resistance to wrinkles is outstanding. It redefines comfort in your day-to-day life.
  
 
 
H E M P
 
 
Hemp is a fabric made from the plant of the same name. Hemp is fast growing, returns 60-70% of the nutrients it absorbs back to the soil, and requires very little water, it has similar properties to other natural fibers, but it has a much higher strength and durability. It softens more and more after each wash without degrading or losing its shape. It's also naturally antimicrobial and UV resistant.
C O T T O N  /  O R G A N I C  C O T T O N 
 
White gold set for major rebound | The Sunday Mail
 
It's a no brainer. Whether it's used in our oxford, chambray, seersucker, corduroy, or blends, cotton is well-renowned as one of the most versatile fabrics. Low maintenance, strong, and lightweight. Cotton is the jack-of-all-trades of natural fibers.  
Organic cotton - the same soft cotton using less than a tenth of the water needed to grow traditional cotton, and results in 98% less water pollution
 
 
 
L I N E N 
 
Quality, Handcrafted Linen Bedding & Home Collection | Rough Linen
 
A fan favorite of our fabrics, linen is the perfect choice for a breezy summer day. Our linen dresses can even be worn year-round. Its texture adds character to its natural look. We adore its durability, breathability, and softness. 
 
 
 
S I L K
 
 
Another one of our natural fabrics, silk has an amazing smooth texture unlike any of its synthetic counterparts. It's cooling to the touch. Has a beautiful drape on the body. And it's biodegradable, what more could we ask for?
  
 
T E N C E L
 
 
Made from sustainable wood pulp sources, tencel is a cellulosic fiber with similar properties to cotton or viscose. Its softness, absorbency, strength, and resistance to wrinkles is outstanding. It redefines comfort in your day-to-day life.
  
 
 
H E M P
 
BLUE HEMP/COTTON DRESS
 
Our organic hemp has similar properties to other natural fibers, but it has a much higher strength and durability. It softens more and more after each wash without degrading or losing its shape. It's also naturally antimicrobial and UV resistant.