FabricIQ
Reading the label…
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Made from cannabis plant fibers. One of the most sustainable natural fibers, requiring minimal water and no pesticides.
Material Score Breakdown
Material-quality rubric (6 axes), not a garment verdict — see disclosure below. Sustainability is a separate Eco score, shown apart.
77/100
DurabilityStrong90
How long the fabric lasts with regular use
ComfortTypical60
Softness, feel against skin, wearability
BreathabilityAbove-average80
Air flow and ventilation
WarmthWeak40
Heat retention and insulation
Moisture WickingTypical55
Ability to pull sweat away from skin
Care EaseTypical55
How easy it is to wash, dry, and maintain
Sustainability (separate Eco score)
SustainabilityStrong95
Environmental impact of production and disposal
Brands using hemp
8 brands have products in our catalog whose composition contains hemp. Sorted by how many garments they offer with this fiber.
Taylor Stitch
16 products
Tentree
15 products
Patagonia
12 products
MUJI
7 products
Gramicci
7 products
Outland Denim
7 products
Frank And Oak
5 products
Marine Layer
5 products
Brand grade = average overall score across all of their products containing hemp.
Products with hemp
See all →Top-scored garments in our catalog whose composition contains hemp. Click through for the full quality + health + eco breakdown.
Taylor StitchB
The Short Sleeve California in Overcast Check Hemp
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$118
Taylor StitchB
The Short Sleeve California in Desert Hemp
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$118
TentreeB
West End Shirt
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$98
Taylor StitchB
The Short Sleeve California in Blue Stone Stripe Hemp
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$118
TentreeB
Dundas Shirt
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$88
Taylor StitchB
The Short Sleeve California in Sky Hemp
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$118
TentreeB
Hopewell Dress
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$118
TentreeB
Magnolia Shirt
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$78
TentreeB
Hemp Kaslo Pant
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$98
TentreeB
Sloan Shirt
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
$88
PatagoniaB
Women's Garden Island Pants
55% Hemp, 45% Tencel
Taylor StitchB
The Apres Short in Coal Hemp
100% Hemp
$108
What this score doesn't measure
This is a material rating, not a verdict on any specific garment made from hemp. The axes above are research-backed averages for the fiber itself.
- ×Construction. Yarn staple length, weave / knit structure, stitch count, finishing. Identical fiber, very different garments.
- ×Fabric weight (GSM). A 140 GSM tee and a 220 GSM tee made of the same hemp feel and last very differently.
- ×Dye + finishing chemicals. Beyond the three we flag (PFAS, formaldehyde, antimony), dozens of textile finishes aren't modelled.
Best For
🌱Sustainable Fashion
ExcellentExcellent sustainability (95) and biodegradable — great eco choice
🏃Athletic Wear
GoodGood breathability (80) and moisture wicking (55) for light activity
👕Everyday Casual
GoodGood comfort (60) and care ease (55) for casual wear
👔Formal/Office
GoodGood durability (90) and comfort (60) for office wear
⛰️Outdoor/Hiking
GoodGood durability (90) and breathability (80) for outdoor activities
Detailed Use Case Scores
everyday75
outerwear70
Pros
- ✓ Extremely durable
- ✓ Most sustainable natural fiber
- ✓ UV resistant
- ✓ Gets softer with wear
Cons
- ✗ Can feel rough initially
- ✗ Wrinkles easily
- ✗ Limited availability
- ✗ Can look rustic
Better alternatives
Higher-scored natural materials. Same category — what to consider instead.
VicuñaA
+15 vs Hemp · 92/100
BiodegradableThe rarest and most expensive animal fiber in the world, from the vicuña of the Andes. Finer than cashmere, incredibly soft, warm, and lightweight. A single coat yields only 250g of usable fiber every 2-3 years.
Merino WoolA
+9 vs Hemp · 86/100
BiodegradableUltra-fine wool from Merino sheep. Softer and less itchy than regular wool, with excellent temperature regulation and moisture management.
Sea Island CottonB
+5 vs Hemp · 82/100
BiodegradableExtra-long-staple cotton historically grown in the West Indies (Barbados, Jamaica) and Sea Islands of Georgia/South Carolina. Among the rarest commercial fibers on earth — staple length up to 2.5", silky hand feel, intense color saturation when dyed. Used in heritage luxury shirting and bespoke menswear.
Care Guide
Washcold (30°C)
Cyclenormal
Detergentregular
BleachOxygen only
Dryline dry
Ironhigh
Dry Cleanavoid
SoftenerOK
Special Notes
• Gets softer with each wash
• Extremely durable — long-lasting care
Additional Care Tips
- • Machine wash cold (30°C/85°F) on gentle cycle — hemp is strong but benefits from gentle treatment
- • Line dry in shade — direct sunlight can fade natural hemp color
- • Iron while slightly damp on medium heat with steam
- • Avoid bleach — it breaks down plant fibers; use oxygen-based whiteners if needed
- • Softens significantly with each wash — no fabric softener needed
- • Store folded; hemp resists mold and mildew naturally
Cost
$$$$$
Mid-range
Shrinkage
May shrink 2-5% — wash cold
Eco Rating
Strong environmental credentials