natural fiber
Wool or linen
Natural fiber refers to fiber derived from plants, animals, or minerals rather than synthesized from chemicals.
Cotton, wool, silk, and linen are common natural fibers used in textiles.
The term often appears in contrast to synthetic fibers like polyester or nylon: This sweater is 100% natural fiber.
Natural fibers are valued for breathability and biodegradability.
Plant fiber for textiles
- linenFlax-derived textile
- woolSheared animal fiber
- silkFine woven insect fiber
- hempIndustrial fiber crop
jute · sisal · ramie · cashmere · alpaca · mohair · angora · bamboo
Able to decompose naturally
- renewableCapable of restoration
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
- compostableAble to decompose naturally
- low-impactMinimally stressful on body
recyclable · ethical · carbon-neutral · zero-waste · green · upcycled · non-toxic · organic
Interlacing strands into fabric
- spinningRevolving around an axis
- yarnTwisted strand for crafts
- fabricWoven or knit material
- loomFabric-making frame
knitting · crochet · twill · muslin · gauze · tweed · burlap · canvas
Permits air passage
- softYielding to touch
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- moisture-wickingDraws liquid from skin
- hypoallergenicUnlikely to cause reactions
gentle · supple · insulating · absorbent · airy · cozy · smooth · skin-friendly
Persisting over extended time
- resilientAble to recover quickly
- strongHaving great physical power
- sturdySolidly built, durable
- hard-wearingResistant to damage
robust · tough · wear-resistant · enduring · reliable · tensile · rugged · abrasion-resistant
cotton
Plant fiber for textiles
hemp · jute · sisal · ramie · cashmere · alpaca · mohair · angora · bamboo · coir
biodegradable
Able to decompose naturally
- renewableCapable of restoration
- eco-friendlyNot harming the environment
- compostableAble to decompose naturally
low-impact · recyclable · ethical · carbon-neutral · zero-waste · green · upcycled · non-toxic · organic · traceable
weaving
Interlacing strands into fabric
loom · knitting · crochet · twill · muslin · gauze · tweed · burlap · canvas · batik
breathable
Permits air passage
- softYielding to touch
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- moisture-wickingDraws liquid from skin
hypoallergenic · gentle · supple · insulating · absorbent · airy · cozy · smooth · skin-friendly · drape
long-lasting
Persisting over extended time
hard-wearing · robust · tough · wear-resistant · enduring · reliable · tensile · rugged · abrasion-resistant · reinforced
- fibercellulose, roughage, pectin, lignin, inulin
- fiberscotton, wool, silk, linen, hemp
- brush materialssable, synthetic, nylon, polyester, horsehair
- cordage fibershemp, jute, sisal, manila, cotton
- ecomaterialsbamboo flooring, cork, cork flooring, reclaimed wood, recycled glass
- reinforcement fibersfiberglass, Kevlar, aramid, rebar
natural fibersynthetic fiber
Chemically produced textile strand
man-made fiber · polyester · nylon · acrylic · rayon
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