If you've browsed sustainable fashion brands, you've almost certainly encountered the GOTS label. It appears on everything from organic cotton t-shirts to linen bedding, and brands often highlight it as proof of their environmental credentials. But what does GOTS actually guarantee, and can you trust it? The Global Organic Textile Standard, established in 2006, is widely considered the gold standard for organic textiles. Unlike certifications that focus on a single issue, GOT

There's something quietly radical about organic cotton. In a world where conventional cotton production accounts for roughly a quarter of all insecticides used globally, choosing to grow cotton without synthetic chemicals feels almost rebellious. It's a return to how cotton was cultivated for thousands of years before industrial agriculture transformed it into one of the most chemically intensive crops on the planet. Organic cotton is exactly what it sounds like: cotton grown