Straight Outta Nature: Why Fabric with TENCEL™ Lyocell is a Superstar

Mother Nature brings a lot to the table when it comes to performance. Synthetic fibers like spandex, polyester and nylon dominate the activewear marketplace – but plant-based fibers offer the same benefits with a fraction of the environmental costs. Plus, nothing beats the feeling of these fibers on your skin. Here's why we love TENCEL™ Lyocell.

How TENCEL™ is made

• Made from wood pulp that comes from sustainably managed forests
• Requires less energy, water, and chemicals to grow than conventional cotton
• Processed with nontoxic solvents in a closed-loop system where 99% of water and solvents are recovered and reused 
• Certified OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, ensuring rigorous testing and auditing to ensure lowest environmental impact

How Our TENCEL Styles Get to You

• In a reusable shipper (learn more about our LimeLoop shippers)
• Or in FSC-Certified paper packaging (learn more about Vela bags)
• *If you get your clothes in one of our polybags, know that we're breaking up with plastic by 2026 (because we're always trying to do better).

Clothes with TENCEL Fibers Are

• Breathable like cotton and drapey like silk
• Super soft and cool on your skin
• Ultra durable
• Moisture-wicking and performance ready

Sold on TENCEL? Want even more? Read about Samba, our exclusive (and most-loved) fabric. 

Shop Women's TENCEL styles & Men's TENCEL styles.