BAM Bamboo Clothing
So you have
heard of Bamboo right?? Of course you have!!
So what do you
think of when you hear of Bamboo?? If you are anything like me you think of a
plant that Pandas eat but recently I have been re-educated in the Bamboo plant
and it’s uses.
As some of you
know I was recently sent a pair of socks from a company called BAM Bamboo
Clothing based in Plymouth.
When the post
arrived with my unexpected socks I actually happened to have chilly feet so I
popped them on and I have to say I was amazed at how soft the socks were.
Proper snuggly soft socks but they also weren’t too warm either.
So who are
BAM??
“BAM is
Europe's first bamboo clothing brand. A small band of enthusiasts, doing
something special. Raising the bar and having a lot of fun doing
it." BAM website.
After receiving
the socks I decided to contact the company to find out more.
I spoke to their
customer service team who advised me about their bamboo fabric and its history.
At this point, I’m still in a bit of denial that you can make clothes from
Panda food, especially a fabric that is so soft!!
The team also
told me about the benefits of wearing Bamboo clothing which include
Being super
soft
It’s
antibacterial
It has uv
protection
It’s kind to
your skin
Thermo control
Moisture
wicking
So, what do BAM
do?
"Performance
clothing made ethically for use whether you're at the south pole or in the gym,
on the side of a cliff or in the bar modestly talking down your achievements.
Or otherwise :)” BAM website
Is BAM ethical
and sustainable?
"The way
bamboo is grown (without fertilizers and pesticides, without the excessive
watering needed for cotton, giving a yield that's 10 times that of cotton, per
acre, allowing growth on hillsides and other marginal land, etc). Also, there
are new developments coming online all the time, for example Modal, which is
made in pretty much the same way, is now processed mechanically, so it seems
only a matter of a short time before bamboo follows. In fact, one company in
China is already doing it 100% mechanically, by crushing and pulping so it's
happening already (source: eco textile news). It just needs a short while to
become widespread.
Another process, using ionic liquids has been discovered by a
team in Belfast, (source: ETN July 2009) which is super low impact and actually
biodegradable. Our view is very strongly that even before these exciting
developments, the whole picture of producing this fabric from planting through
to the end garment is environmentally far more positive than cotton for
example. It's just a question, in terms of impact, of how low we can go and
we're looking at new ways all the time."
Hannah, Customer Team Leader.
Again still
unsure, they decided to send me a hoodie to try it out for myself.
So I chose the
ZIP THROUGH BAMBOO SWEAT – NAVY which retails for £50.
The medium
weight bamboo sweat with temperature regulating, moisture wicking, plus odour
resistant and made with Medium Sweat double-knit bamboo fabric, this women’s
classic zipped sweat top is appropriate for an both an active lifestyle and
relaxing. Styled with a lined hood with draw-cord, full-length front zip, pouch
pockets, plus banded hem and cuffs, it’s the one you’ll reach for time and time
again.
It features
• Full zip front and drawcord hood
• Relaxed fit
• Moisture wicking and odour resistant
• Hypo allergenic and UPF50+
• For pre and post workout or casualwear
So I waited for
the top to arrive and I didn’t have to wait long. I opened the bag to find a
fab navy super soft hoodie inside.
I was a little
nervous that it would fit as I am generally a size 16-18 and the hoodie was a
size 16 but I slipped it on and the fit was great.
So far I have
had the top for a week and it has been my go to top for when the sun disappears
and the temperature drops. I have also worn it on the school run when the
morning has been a bit chilly. It has been perfect and very comfortable.
I also like the
fact that the zip feels sturdy. With cheaper hoodies, I often wonder if the
plastic zip will last. The BAM hoodie’s metal zip will certainly
last.
I also like the
little touches with the BAM logo on the strings.
So my overall impression
of the hoodie is that is it a cracking top whether you go to the gym or where
it on the school run.
I just need to convince
BAM clothing to offer slightly bigger sizes so I can buy more items.
In return for this
honest review I received a BAM hoodie and BAM pair of socks free of charge.
#honestreview #gifted
I hadn’t heard of Bamboo before. It definitely sounds like an interesting brand. I will definitely have to check them out. Loved reading your post
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Thank you. You would be amazed at how soft it is!!
DeleteI think my mum has had some BAM socks sent to her as well - what a great idea. I have heard of bamboo clothing before but never bought anything. Good to hear how warm and comfy it is.
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