Ethically produced clothing can be tough to research. Toxins found in many dyes are often considered harmful to the environment, and the working conditions of many textile companies can be questionable at best. As a result, some shoppers have seriously considered buying clothes from second-hand stores to ease their consciences about directly funding the production of such apparel. Others take a more traditional approach by making their own clothes regularly. In fact, the rate of growth in the DIY industry has significantly increased in the regular sewing space in recent years, with some sewing bloggers even offering sewing lessons through video tutorials available for users on subscription (for a small fee) just in time. However, for the modern digital artist, there is an alternative for environmentally and ethically friendly (as advertised by the company) clothing available today. Skreened: Honest Custom Clothing is an online-based company that specializes in such clothes.
I bought this for work, and when I put it on, I seriously thought about keeping it for something other than work—it looked so good. It fit me perfectly. Specifically, Skreened is a clothing company that allows consumers to create their own t-shirt art using their individual digital designs. People on Skreened can upload their t-shirt designs to templates on the website that allow them to transfer their designs onto t-shirts made by either American Apparel or Anvil, two companies that Skreened believes engage in only ethical manufacturing practices. Skreened offers a wide range of color options for much of their clothing, including sweatshirts and kids' sized garments. The prices for the t-shirts, however, start at around $17 per shirt, though bulk purchases may adjust this price depending on the specifications of the order. Additionally, Skreened's manufacturing techniques ensure that only eco-friendly processes are used on the clothing. Since every piece of clothing is custom-made to order, there is minimal waste generated from the production of each top; only what's purchased is produced, so with each screen print, there is a guaranteed customer. Skreened also uses water-based ink for their screen printing, which is far more eco-friendly to produce (compared to other non-water-based options available), and Skreened ensures to use only minimal packaging materials when shipping to reduce the production of unnecessary shipping material waste. Finally, the quality of the well-made shirt with finished seams is commendable. It’s rated a 3 only because the color pink was not as shown online. It is a very muted/dull color, which I had to return. I have olive skin, and it did not look good even if it was only a work/casual wear shirt.
Skreened is also involved in contributing to various international charities. Much of this support is raised through how Skreened operates as a business; businesses can make clothing designs managed on Fit is a bit slim, so if you want roomy, order one size up. Otherwise, the fabric feels great, the color is nice and soft, and it feels like it will wear really well. I plan to use it for outdoor yacht work. Skreened that black dress shirt may earn them (your businesses) a percentage of the Skreened price level every time the item is purchased. Skreened also finances loans through Kiva Microloans to promote the development of global entrepreneurship in developing nations. For more resources on how Skreened works as a clothing printer, check out their website at [their website link].