Recycled Cotton Slippers: The Cosiest Way To Help The Planet

Recycling has been around for donkey’s years - so most people are scrupulous about recycling their paper, plastic and glass. But what about your old clothes?

Compared with these materials, textiles are often neglected when it comes to recycling. Globally, only 12% of clothing materials are recycled. In the UK, few councils organise textile recycling as part of their bin collections, so it’s easy to see why post-consumer textile recycling lags behind paper, glass and plastic recycling. 

But that doesn’t mean it’s a lost cause. The majority of recycled textiles come from pre-consumer sources - so there’s still plenty of opportunity to buy garments made from recycled cotton. By buying clothes made from recycled cotton, you can help change the recycling industry - and the planet - for the better.

The Impact Of Clothing Production On The Environment

Thanks to global population growth - as well as the rise of fast fashion - clothing production has almost doubled in the last 15 years. More clothes means more of the world’s resources are being used up unnecessarily. A single cotton t-shirt uses 2,700 litres of water in its production - so your clothes shopping habits can have a huge impact on the environment. To curb climate change and preserve our natural resources, we need to reduce our dependence on the planet to clothe the world’s booming population.

Recycling cotton is a great way to reuse old textiles to create new clothes. Many clothes producers donate or sell their offcuts and unused materials to recycling companies, allowing them to use this material to create new clothes. By transforming cotton fabric into cotton fibres, recycled yarn can be spun to make new clothes and textile products.

How Recycled Cotton Benefits The Planet

Recycling cotton uses far fewer resources than producing standard or even organic cotton. And it doesn’t just save water. It also diverts clothes and textiles away from landfill, reducing waste. And since global textile waste is estimated at 25 billion pounds per year, every item of clothing we can save from landfill is a big win for the environment.

As well as the direct environmental benefits, buying clothes made from recycled cotton can have a social impact, too. The more we move away from fast fashion models towards sustainable shopping habits, the more we can inspire others to do the same. It’s a great way to support ethical clothing brands like those stocked at SKiN&BLiSS.

Why Buy Recycled Cotton Slippers For Kids?

All parents know how quickly kids grow - so buying recycled cotton clothing may not always seem like the most cost-effective choice for little ones.

But by combining recycled cotton with Lycra, Collegien has found a way to make your kids’ recycled cotton slippers last even longer. The stretchy material within the slippers means they’ll fit for longer than standard cotton slippers. The non-slip sole is ideal for preventing falls and skids - even on slippery kitchen tiles and laminate flooring.

This adorable range offers a great way to introduce sustainable, durable recycled cotton clothing into your child’s wardrobe - and there’s even a range for mums and dads, too.

Our Range Of Collegien Recycled Cotton Slippers

With tons of designs available, the Collegien collection includes a great pair of non-slip recycled cotton slippers for kids and grown-ups of all ages. Take a look at some of our favourites:

Pingouin

These adorable penguin slippers are perfect for boys and girls alike. The fluffy finish is super comfy, and the breathable sole means your little one’s feet won’t get too toasty.

Flocon

Another fabulous unisex option, these children’s snowflake slippers are perfect for keeping their tootsies warm in those chilly winter months.

Tigrou

Choose these kids’ tiger slippers for some seriously fierce footwear. Critter-crazy kids will love wearing these fun jungle slippers.

Nocturne

For a slightly different shape, these blue ballerina-shaped slippers are a fantastic alternative to the standard Collegien slipper style.

Bebop - For Mums

Your kids aren’t the only ones who deserve toasty toes. Choose these stylish heart-design slippers for a cosy, sustainable approach to your at-home footwear.

Chocolatine - For Dads

Slippers are the perfect gift choice for dads, grandads, brothers and uncles. These striped slippers in subtle brown shades make a fantastic Christmas gift.

Shop The Collegien Range Online At SKiN&BLiSS

We’re extremely proud to be the first UK stockist of Collegien’s fantastic recycled cotton slippers - and the largest. You’ll find all these designs - and tons more - in our online store. Do your bit for the planet by kitting the whole family out in these stylish, sustainable recycled cotton slippers.