Understanding Your Personal Fashion Alchemy And How To Select Clothing
Some people choose clothing based solely on its appearance without considering the unique energy of the garments and how they can actually impact one's emotions and whether the production of them doesn't jeopardize the environment. One key aspect of fashion alchemy is the art of consciously selecting clothing for the positive energy or other characteristics of the fabrics to produce a holistically positive wearing experience.
The concept of textiles and fabrics possessing their own distinct energies which can affect the wearer dates back to thousands of years ago in India. The Sanskrit word "Ayurvastra" basically means "healthy clothes" and refers to clothing having the ability to influence vitality and spirituality. Qualities embodied in a particular fabric are determined by numerous factors such as its source, texture, physical and chemical properties.
The natural softness of cotton is believed to have the ability to attract positive energy to the wearer and help keep negative vibrations away. Silk possesses numerous healing abilities such as preventing infections and keeping skin healthy, as it has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Organically grown bamboo is also antibacterial in nature and repels odors.
As a synthetic textile, polyester is derived from petroleum, but today some manufacturers are producing a variation that is made from recycled materials that is more eco-friendly. Many vintage shops will resell classic polyester fashions too, which is another form of recycling itself. Lyocell is a fabric made from wood pulp that is processed in a environmentally friendly way and it does not wrinkle, so no ironing is required.
Soy can also be used to manufacture a lovely soft fabric with long fibers give it a texture similar to silk which is ideal for undergarments. Hemp can be grown without any chemicals, making it a good eco-friendly option that is very versatile and can be used to produce both durable and soft fabrics. There is some speculation that it also has antibacterial properties.
Most often used for sweaters, cashmere is made from the combed out hair of the Kashmir goat. That which is pure cashmere, not blended with synthetic fibers, processed or dyed with harsh chemicals is very strong and may stand up to years of wear. Linen is a breathable, lightweight material processed from flax, which can usually be grown organically, and is perfect for summer.
The wool of the Alpaca sheep is another fairly healthy material since these animals do not receive any types of injections or hormones that will be transferred into their wool, which usually lasts a long time with proper care. Plant sugars, mostly those from corn can also be used to make a fabric called Ingeo which can be produced using lower amounts of energy than it takes to process cotton.
The fabric which an article of clothing is made from can play a large role in how it will impact the wearer's health, energy, and comfort. As people become increasingly aware of the need to protect the environment, more and more new types of materials are being developed which meet this requirement. Donating or selling used clothes to a store or charity also helps the environment as it ensures that they don't take up landfill space.
The concept of textiles and fabrics possessing their own distinct energies which can affect the wearer dates back to thousands of years ago in India. The Sanskrit word "Ayurvastra" basically means "healthy clothes" and refers to clothing having the ability to influence vitality and spirituality. Qualities embodied in a particular fabric are determined by numerous factors such as its source, texture, physical and chemical properties.
The natural softness of cotton is believed to have the ability to attract positive energy to the wearer and help keep negative vibrations away. Silk possesses numerous healing abilities such as preventing infections and keeping skin healthy, as it has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. Organically grown bamboo is also antibacterial in nature and repels odors.
As a synthetic textile, polyester is derived from petroleum, but today some manufacturers are producing a variation that is made from recycled materials that is more eco-friendly. Many vintage shops will resell classic polyester fashions too, which is another form of recycling itself. Lyocell is a fabric made from wood pulp that is processed in a environmentally friendly way and it does not wrinkle, so no ironing is required.
Soy can also be used to manufacture a lovely soft fabric with long fibers give it a texture similar to silk which is ideal for undergarments. Hemp can be grown without any chemicals, making it a good eco-friendly option that is very versatile and can be used to produce both durable and soft fabrics. There is some speculation that it also has antibacterial properties.
Most often used for sweaters, cashmere is made from the combed out hair of the Kashmir goat. That which is pure cashmere, not blended with synthetic fibers, processed or dyed with harsh chemicals is very strong and may stand up to years of wear. Linen is a breathable, lightweight material processed from flax, which can usually be grown organically, and is perfect for summer.
The wool of the Alpaca sheep is another fairly healthy material since these animals do not receive any types of injections or hormones that will be transferred into their wool, which usually lasts a long time with proper care. Plant sugars, mostly those from corn can also be used to make a fabric called Ingeo which can be produced using lower amounts of energy than it takes to process cotton.
The fabric which an article of clothing is made from can play a large role in how it will impact the wearer's health, energy, and comfort. As people become increasingly aware of the need to protect the environment, more and more new types of materials are being developed which meet this requirement. Donating or selling used clothes to a store or charity also helps the environment as it ensures that they don't take up landfill space.
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