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The world that we live in is full of blessings that nature has provided us with. It’s beyond our imagination what benefits these blessings provide us with. One of my ultimate favorite topics to discuss is Fruits and I’m always ready to share with you the Perks of being a Nature Enthusiast.
We consume the delicious pulp of pineapple and enjoy the rush of juice that fills our mouth. But what we often ignore are the versatility and sustainability of Pineapple Fiber. It simply means that what we throw in the bin is the treasure that saves the environment from drastic damage and brings a huge shift in the Fashion Industry. How so? The ‘Waste Of Pineapple Leaves’ which we refer to as Pineapple Fiber is the actual game changer. The 21st Century has brought a new trend in the World Of Fashion by introducing sustainable ways of manufacturing garments such as the usage of Pineapple Fiber.
Let’s dive into the world of Pineapple Fiber and extract whatever useful information comes our way.
How Pineapple Fiber Is Bringing New and Sustainable Trends in Fashion?
We have already established that most of the usage of Pineapple Fabric besides other industries is in the Textile Industry. It's so awestruck that what we eat gives us what we wear! The fabric produced using the waste of Pineapple leaves is known as Piña fiber. And industries, that are utilizing them, I must say, genuinely have something unique to offer. Nowadays, it’s the era of social media and it has provided the platform to brands who have been extensively working for this cause. That's the point where its popularity begins to rise.
Tracing back to the 16th century, shirts made of Piña Fabric adorned with delicate embroidery were worn by men in wedding festivities and festivals. Piña Fabric is a lightweight Fabric that won’t leave you suffocated if even worn for the whole day. The fabric is adjustable and thus looks perfect in every size. The fabric is extremely versatile which means it can be fused with other fabrics such as Silk and Cotton without losing its charm. Besides being lightweight and versatile, it is a breathable and airy Fabric. It won’t leave you feeling greasy all day long. Additionally, you can experiment with different designs as the fabric is versatile and thus looks great anyhow.
This is not just it! Pineapple Fabric is an ideal choice when it comes to accessories because of its ability to absorb dyes and radiate the true brightness of colors. Isn’t Pineapple Fabric a whole package?
Why do we call it eco-friendly? The Pineapple Fabric is made out of Pineapple leaves which are a sort of leftover materials after the removal of Pineapple from the plants. This era is all about Veganism which supports the utilization of plants in the textile industry rather than slaughtering animals and releasing harmful gases into the environment. The Fabric gets its Bonus points from the fact that it uses the minimum amount of water during production as well as when washed. What else do we want? There is already a scarcity of water in many areas so why not save some for the areas that need it?
Tips To Take Care Of Pineapple Fabric
- Avoid getting it dry-cleaned frequently unless there is a dire need for it.
- It can be washed.
- Prevent the usage of lemons and oranges when you are wearing this fabric as it is sensitive to acids.
- Press them gently.
How It Is Produced?
After the removal of Pineapple from the plant, the fibers from the plants are removed with a lot of hard work via the scraping method. The fibers are then washed and left in the air to dry. Once dried, the strands are purified so that impurities don’t interfere with the production process and then mixed with a corn-based Polylactic acid to produce Pineapple Fabric.
Conclusion
In the 21st century, we have seen immense innovations in many industries including the Textile Industry like never before. More sustainable and Eco-Friendly ways of producing fabrics have been introduced. We are extremely certain that such thoughtful innovations are yet to arise. One of its best examples is Pineapple Fabric. More than 7 Billion people live in this world, so it is the responsibility of every one of us to make it a better place to live. Pineapple Fabric and other fabrics made with plants are reducing the extinction of animals and, the emission of greenhouse gases, and are rapidly assisting the growth of Veganism. It’s high time that we should bring change in our practices to save the world from the harmful effects of Global Warming.
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