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Eco-Friendly Fashion — Why Cork Is One of the Most Sustainable Materials on Earth

Cork Oak Forest

If sustainable fashion had a superstar, cork would be on the red carpet in a sparkly gown. This material doesn’t just “reduce waste” — it actively protects the environment in ways most fabrics can’t touch.

Here’s the magic: cork comes from the bark of cork oak trees in Portugal. When the bark is harvested, the tree isn’t cut down. Instead, the tree thrives — growing back a fresh new layer every nine years. And during that regrowth cycle, the tree absorbs up to five times more CO₂ than unharvested trees.

That means buying cork actually helps maintain forests, reduce carbon emissions, and support ecosystems filled with wildlife. No plastic. No chemicals. No destruction.

Sustainable shoppers love cork because it checks every box:

  • Plant-based (not petroleum-based like “vegan leather”)

  • Biodegradable

  • Responsibly harvested

  • Long-lasting, reducing fashion waste

  • Made in Portugal by skilled artisans, not mass-produced factories

In a world full of fast fashion, cork is a breath of fresh air — beautiful, durable, and deeply good for the planet.

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