The Arms of Andes Blog

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Alpaca Wool vs Merino vs Cashmere: Which Is The Best?

Alpaca wool combines the best properties of wools such as merino and cashmere, from the fineness of its fiber to the partial medullation it presents.

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Biodegradable vs. Compostable What is the Difference?

Global warming, carbon footprints, and eco-friendly are terms we see everywhere. With our planet changing rapidly, we as individuals want to know how we can help slow down the global warming...

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Earth Day: What Is the Impact of the Fashion Industry on the Environment?

The textile and fashion industry uses about 2,000 different chemicals, many of them are known carcinogens. Out of these thousands, a mere 16 of them have approval from the (EPA) Environmental Protection...

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What Did Hikers Wear Before Synthetics Were Invented?

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...

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Why are natural fibers better than synthetics for sports?

You might be thinking: “My functional synthetic clothing works great so why should I wear alpaca wool?” We hear you, but we are here to tell you that alpaca wool...

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5 Ways To Have A Green Christmas This Year

As 2021 draws to a close, the excitement starts to build as we approach Christmas. For most folks, it is the favorit time of the year. Time for loved ones,...

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Eco Black Friday 2021: 11 Tips to Shop Sustainably

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...

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7 Tips for More Sustainable Shopping

In this day and age, when many companies lack transparency, how can we be sure we are shopping eco-friendly? Let’s explore some ideas to keep in mind when shopping!

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