Optiknit fabric technology is setting a new standard in sustainable fashion.
Functional Excellence: Optiknit garments are not only aesthetically pleasing but also engineered for superior functionality:
- Moisture-Wicking: Our advanced PET fibers have a unique cross-section that allows them to absorb and disperse sweat quickly, keeping you cool and comfortable even during intense activities.
- Durability: The strength of recycled PET combined with the natural resilience of cotton provides a fabric that withstands wear and tear, ensuring your garments look new for longer.
- Quick Drying: Optiknit’s fabric dries exceptionally fast due to the rPET’s low water absorption properties, making it ideal for those with active lifestyles or for travelers seeking easy-care clothing.
- Wrinkle-Resistant: The natural crimp in the rPET fibers helps the fabric resist creasing, reducing the need for ironing and offering a consistently neat appearance.
Sustainability Impact: Optiknit is a beacon of environmental responsibility:
- Upcycled PET: Each piece repurposes the equivalent of about 5 plastic bottles.
- Reclaimed Cotton: Utilizes cotton offcuts, saving an estimated 2-3 kg of waste per kg of fabric.
- Water Conservation: Saves about 6,000-7,000 liters of water per kg of fabric, equivalent to 30 bathtubs for a single t-shirt.
- Carbon Footprint: Cuts CO2 emissions by 50-65%, akin to the carbon sequestered by up to 10 tree seedlings grown for 10 years per t-shirt.
Real-World Impact: Compared to a standard 250g virgin cotton t-shirt, an Optiknit t-shirt offers:
- 49% Water Savings: Nearly 3,500 litres saved, enough for about 88 showers.
- 100% Tree Preservation: No new cotton farmed, safeguarding natural habitats.
- 79% Carbon Reduction: Comparable to the emissions from driving an average car for 10 miles.
- Chemical-Free: No harsh dyes or bleaches, keeping our waters pristine.
For more information, please check Optiknit’s website.
