What is Australian cotton?
At LEBAFFI, we take pride in using Australian cotton, renowned for its exceptional quality, softness, and strength. Grown with sustainability in mind, this cotton is an eco-friendly option that reduces environmental impact. Its breathable fibers are gentle on the skin, providing unmatched comfort and lasting durability. Perfect for a wide range of apparel, Australian cotton retains its shape and appearance over time, combining luxury with sustainability to create high-quality, long-lasting textiles.
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Sourcing and HarvestingSeparation: After harvest, cotton is sent to the gin, where seeds are separated from the cotton fibers, and any impurities are removed.Baling: The cleaned cotton fibers are then compacted into bales for easy transport to the spinning mills.
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Ginning: Separation: After harvest, cotton is sent to the gin, where seeds are separated from the cotton fibers, and any impurities are removed.Baling: The cleaned cotton fibers are then compacted into bales for easy transport to the spinning mills.
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Yarn Production:Opening and Cleaning: The bales are opened, and the fibers undergo additional cleaning to eliminate any remaining impurities.Carding: The fibers are carded to align them, creating a continuous cotton web, which is then spun into rovings. Spinning: The rovings are spun into strong, uniform yarn using advanced spinning techniques such as ring spinning or open-end spinning.
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Fabric Production: Weaving/Knitting: The yarn is woven or knitted into fabric, with weaving producing a more structured fabric and knitting creating a stretchier one. Dyeing: The fabric is dyed using eco-friendly processes that minimize water and chemical usage, ensuring vibrant and lasting colors. Finishing: To enhance the fabric’s texture and properties, we apply finishing treatments such as softening, bleaching, or texturing.
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Garment Manufacturing:Designing: Our expert team creates garment patterns based on the latest trends and specific customer needs.Cutting: The fabric is precisely cut into shapes according to garment patterns. Sewing: Skilled artisans sew the pieces together, adding finishing touches like stitching, hemming, and details such as buttons, zippers, or embroidery. Quality Control: Every garment undergoes rigorous quality checks to ensure it meets our high standards for durability and excellence.
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Packaging and Distributions: Packaging: We package finished garments using eco-friendly materials to reduce environmental impact.Distribution: The garments are distributed to retailers or directly to consumers, ensuring they arrive in perfect condition.
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End-of-Life Managementn:Recycling: At the end of their lifecycle, Australian cotton garments can be recycled, contributing to a circular economy.Biodegradation: When disposed of, Australian cotton garments naturally biodegrade, helping to reduce landfill waste and support sustainability.