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Organic cotton is cotton that is grown and farmed without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.  The quality of the cotton is the same as non-organic or conventional cotton and most people would never be able to tell the difference between the two, especially after it is made into clothing.  It has been reported that cotton farming is the most chemical dependant farming process in the world.  Many reports show that more than 20% of all pesticides used in the world are used for cotton farming.  By purchasing clothing made with organic cotton you are preventing these harsh chemicals from draining into the local water systems and food supplies that impact the people and wildlife who live close to cotton farms.  Almost all of the organic cotton used the the Toggery by Kate D’Arcy (www.toggerycollection.com)  clothing line is organic Supima cotton (www.supima.com) which is an extra long staple cotton fiber that is spun into yarn and results in a luxurious fabric that has less pilling, a softer hand and better sheen than conventional cotton.