Sisters Amanda and Eloise began Bamboo body three years ago after falling in love with bamboo fabric. Since then they have been making use of it’s inherent advantages and particular qualities to create versatile, classic comfortable clothing to appeal to a diverse range of people.

“Bamboo fabric is softer and more breathable than cotton, has natural moisture wicking, anti-bacterial, and anti-odour properties. The bamboo plant grows quickly, without chemicals, sucks up a lot of carbon dioxide and releases more oxygen than trees, and it does not deplete precious water resources. “

As a raw material Bamboo has many advantages over it’s rivals. The fabric used by Bamboo Body is manufactured specifically for them. It is a favourite fabric in the Woods & Fields store due to it’s soft texture and flattering drape.

Garments Designed in: Australia

Raw materials and their origin: Bamboo from Southern China

Fabrics manufactured in: China

Dye toxicity and waste management: fabrics made in factory that specialises in environmentally friendly fabrics and production, azo free dyestuffs, committed to recycling and reusing wastes.

Garments manufactured in: China

Pay and working conditions: Workers are paid living wages and enjoy good working conditions. Factory is visited regularly for inspection.

Summary of miles travelled: “Fibers to yarn to fabric to garment all happens in nearby areas. Finished garments are shipped from China to Australia by boat only (no air).”

Other ethical practices: “We support / make monthly donations to WWF and World Vision “Water Health Life” program. We use recycled paper and cardboard for all tags, catalogues and paper we use. The paper printing uses alcohol free eco friendly dyes, our packaging is biodegradable, we are committed to recycling & reusing. We offset any travel we do for the business.”

All quotes are from Eloise, Bamboo Body Co-creator.