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Micron is a measuring unit used to measure the diameter of wool fibres. This means the higher the micron, the thicker the diameter of the fiber.

Nowadays you barely have to think twice before pulling on a synthetic jacket and heading out into cold weather. But what outdoor clothes did people wear before synthetic fibers were invented? Some of the earliest Antarctic explorers, like Roald Amundsen, braved freezing conditions without the advantage of modern extreme cold weather clothing. So how did they do it?

You might be thinking: “My functional synthetic clothing works great so why should I wear natural?” We hear you, but we are here to tell you that natural fibers, particularly wool, bring more benefits than you could imagine.

As 2021 draws to a close, the excitement starts to build as we approach Christmas. For most folks, it is the favorite time of the year. Time for loved ones, giving gifts, Christmas trees and a few days of pigging out on food!

Everyone loves a good deal! With Black Friday steadily approaching, you are probably looking forward to the enticing sales and limited time offers! Nonetheless, don’t let the thrill of scoring a deal cloud your judgement. Getting a discount is exciting and rewarding but have you considered the impact your shopping has on the environment? How can we sustainably shop on one of the least green-friendly days of the year?