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The Shift from Natural to Synthetic: The Environmental Impact of the Clothing Industry's Oil Dependency

The Shift from Natural to Synthetic: The Environmental Impact of the Clothing Industry's Oil Dependency

In the ever-evolving world of fashion, trends come and go, but one shift in particular has had a profound impact on both the industry and the environment: the move away from natural fibers like cotton and fur towards synthetic fibers derived from toxic oil. 

Opok Founders Featured on The Dudefluencer Podcast

Opok Founders Featured on The Dudefluencer Podcast

We had a great conversation around our motivation to start Opok and dove into the devastation that the clothing industry has wrecked on the environment and health. We also touched upon the buzzword “sustainability” and how men can find brands that fit their core values. 

Are all natural materials created equal?

Are all natural materials created equal?

We took 2 years exploring different natural and sustainable fabrics to determine which materials we would consider using for our products. We ultimately decided on organic cotton because of its soft texture, the lack of chemicals that go into processing, and the sustainability aspect. Below are some of the materials we evaluated and reasons why we passed on them.