Sustainability & Performance: Why We Chose Bella+Canvas 3001 for Seasportees

At Seasportees, we’re committed to creating ocean-inspired apparel that reflects our love for the sea while making responsible choices for the planet. One of the biggest decisions we faced was choosing the right fabric for our t-shirts. While 100% cotton may seem like the obvious eco-friendly choice, the reality is a bit more complex. Here’s why we opted for Bella+Canvas 3001, a high-quality cotton-polyester blend, and how it aligns with our sustainability mission.

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1. Built for Sea Adventurers: Quick-Dry & Wind-Friendly

If you spend a lot of time near the ocean, you know that clothing needs to handle sea spray, wind, and quick changes in weather.

🌊 Quick-Drying: 100% cotton absorbs a lot of water and takes longer to dry, which isn’t ideal for life by the sea. Our cotton-polyester blend dries faster, making it perfect for those who are always in and out of the water.

🌬 Wind-Friendly: Lightweight fabrics that hold their shape prevent excessive flapping in strong winds, keeping you comfortable while sailing, kitesurfing, or just enjoying a breezy day by the coast.

2. Durability & Waste Reduction

Fast fashion leads to millions of tons of textile waste every year. One of the best ways to reduce environmental impact is to create t-shirts that last—and that’s exactly what we do.

✅ Polyester blends maintain their shape and strength longer than pure cotton, meaning fewer discarded t-shirts.
✅ Less shrinking after washing means you won’t outgrow your favorite tee after a few washes.
✅ Better color retention means your ocean-inspired designs stay vibrant longer.

3. Energy Efficiency: Less Washing, Less Ironing

Did you know that washing and drying clothing accounts for 60-80% of its total environmental impact? Pure cotton absorbs a lot of water, shrinks easily, and requires frequent ironing—all of which increase energy consumption.

🚫 100% Cotton Issues:

Shrinks significantly after washing, leading to over-washing and replacing t-shirts more often.
Requires frequent ironing, increasing electricity use.
Takes longer to dry, requiring more energy for machine drying.

✅ Cotton-Polyester Blend Benefits:

Dries faster, reducing the need for machine drying.
Holds shape better, so you don’t need to replace it as often.
Wrinkle-resistant, meaning less ironing and lower electricity use.

By choosing Bella+Canvas 3001, we help reduce unnecessary energy consumption while keeping your t-shirts adventure-ready.

4. Ethical & Eco-Friendly Production

We didn’t just pick any cotton-poly blend—we chose Bella+Canvas 3001 because of its commitment to sustainability:

🌱 Water Reduction: Uses 7x less water than standard manufacturers.
🌞 Eco-Conscious Factories: Powered by solar energy & designed for low environmental impact.
🔄 Zero-Waste Cutting System: Fabric scraps are recycled into new products, reducing textile waste.

5. A Step Toward a Greener Future

While no fabric is 100% perfect, Bella+Canvas 3001 gives us the best balance of eco-conscious production, long-term durability, and performance. But we’re not stopping here!

🌍 Our Future Plans:
We are actively researching organic, biodegradable, and recycled fabric options to make Seasportees even more sustainable.

6. How You Can Help

Even the most durable t-shirts reach the end of their life cycle. Here’s how to dispose of your Seasportees shirt responsibly:

♻️ Donate it to a local charity.
♻️ Upcycle it into cleaning cloths, tote bags, or other DIY projects.
♻️ Recycle it through textile programs to reduce landfill waste.

Wear with Purpose, Protect the Ocean

By choosing Seasportees, you’re making a statement—not just about your love for the sea, but also about your commitment to responsible fashion. Every choice matters, and together, we can #MakeTheSeaPlasticFree.