Cotton, polyester, and rayon make up 95% of our garments in the 21st century. These fabrics have synthetic blends, don’t breathe well, and can have an unpleasant feel against the body. I swapped these man-made materials in favor of cashmere, satin, and hemp for the past three months. Read below for my opinions on these specialty fabrics.
As I slip on my SatinSmart Caramel Satin Lined Mohair Beret bad hair days are no more. Sandra, a fellow curly curl, imagined this crafty and cute brand to save the delicate hair from 2A-4C patterns. This caramel tan mohair hat has a satin lining to protect the hair from unwanted frizz and damage. Each hat is handed-lined and customized to the client. I can attest to its durability after daily wear in autumn and winter. The only word that comes to mind when I wear this beret is sophisticated.
For my casual journeys to the city, I throw my hair into a bun and plop on the Satin Lined Cashmere Beanie. An understated beanie that keeps my head warm and thoughts positive while rushing through snowstorms. The cold can’t bother me when I wear my SatinSmart hat.
Neck protection is a must as the temperature drops. Naturally, I have been searching all around the city for the perfect scarf… and I found the very best with Ovcio scarves. Their luxury garments are a staple in my wardrobe.
I became a lover of this brand after wearing the Camel Cashmere Wrap. This 100% cashmere scarf has saved my throat while hustling from my dorm room to class to poetry readings in subfreezing weather. The fabric is toasty yet not heavy and expands into a chic shawl– ideal for a casual post-dinner stroll with hot tea.
When I am indoors I reach for the Featherlight Desert Rose Cashmere Scarf. This deep rose scarf is simple yet elegant with an airy texture that feels soft against my neck. My inner French girl adores this scarf (maybe I’ll have to plan a trip to Nice to wear it!)
lbhempI have articles on hemp and its fantastic properties of being eco-friendly, easy to air dry, and light on the skin. My newest hemp discovery is lbhemp, a small business that handcrafts its products.
I received their Three Pocket Organizer in navy and Hemp rope bowl to aid in organizing my living space. The organizer has enough room to house my beauty products like full-sized foundation bottles and afro picks. The handles make it portable and easy to move around my room from my day-to-day to date night routines. The Hemp rope bowl has been a catch-all-bowl for my keys, coins, and earrings. The beautifully woven hemp adds a rustic touch to my room and is a practical and cute investment to keep my space mess-free.
While on my trip to Costa Rica, I dedicated my “it” bag to the Reversible Tote Bag. Lightweight, sturdy, and roomy are the three words to describe this darling bag. I have fit notebooks, pens, my passport, chargers, wallet, phone, and even small groceries–all with room to spare in this tote. lbhemp gives hemp a whole new look in 2024!
