Do you question the benefits of buying kids underwear in organic cotton? I do. Especially when I was buying toddler underwear. I mean, does it even make sense to consider organic cotton for a child who has just finished potty training? Think of the accidents and near-misses.
We have lots of choices to make when buying our kids' clothes. Fabric, style, pattern - kids can be very picky!
When it comes to underwear, which is against the skin and worn all day, it makes sense to consider the fabric carefully. Especially for children and their sensitive skin. And organic cotton has many properties that make it the ideal fabric for kids underwear.
The National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances for organic products made my head spin. But we can take comfort in knowing that this list exists. And any product, whether food or textile, that claims to be organic must meet these requirements. It is reassuring to know that any allowed substance has been tested for safety.
This means that the seeds used to grow organic cotton are all natural. They have not been modified to resist pests, like the vast majority of seeds used to grow cotton throughout the world.
What does pure and natural even mean? Diving into some of the details behind what qualifies cotton as organic can help us to understand. Cotton suppliers who want their cotton be certified must jump through many hoops.
Organic cotton is softer than conventional cotton. Usually handpicked, organic cotton typically has longer fibers than conventional cotton. These longer fibers contribute to the softer, more comfy feel of organic cotton, which makes it ideal for girls and boys underwear.
Ethical brands require that their fabric suppliers and processors meet international social standards.
Manufacturers of certified cotton must follow a stringent set of rules throughout the supply chain. This starts with the cotton seeds themselves. Farmers grow the cotton. Mill workers turn the cotton into yarn. Dye house workers bleach the cotton white or dye it the beautiful colors we love. Testing is performed at each step to ensure the cotton is free of all harmful additives and residues.
Humans love cotton. We love our soft cotton t-shirts, luxurious cotton sateen sheets, and comfortable cotton underwear for our kids. Chances are excellent that you are wearing something made from cotton right now.
Conventional cotton production uses close to 3% of the world's arable land. Yet cotton is responsible for nearly 20% of pesticides and herbicides used worldwide. These numbers are sobering. And somewhat overwhelming.
Are you tempted to say what can one person do? Yes, it can seem like buying one pair of organic cotton children's underwear is just a drop in the bucket. However, I like to think a little differently. Little steps add up. Small changes can make a difference. And organic production is increasing as consumers and growers see the benefits and buy more organic cotton.
Seriously, choosing organic cotton seems like a great idea now, doesn't it?
These seem like basic rights, don't they? But for many apparel workers throughout the world, they are not. That is why Lucky & Me have established a Code of Conduct which outlines our values and requirements for all factories and suppliers who make any of our products, organic and non-organic. You can read more about how we choose vendors in our blog post Choosing Factories with Care.
Yes, organic cotton underwear can be more expensive. First, it costs more to grow the smaller quantities, without relying on chemical pesticides. And picking cotton by hand costs more than by machine. Therefore, organic cotton products can cost about 20% more than similar items made with conventional cotton. This is a small price to pay for all the advantages of organic cotton. Do your children a favor and consider buying organic cotton children's underwear. Our planet will thank you.
Click below for a list of our girls and boys underwear made with organic cotton.
Since the very beginning, we have offered every style and every color for every kid. This means we organize our shopping experience into two simple categories, “baby” and “kid” instead of “boy” and “girl.” Why? Because clothes and colors don’t have genders, so it never made sense to us to organize them as if they do. We make dresses for kids who wear dresses, pants for kids who wear pants, PJs for kids who wear PJs. We make the clothes, but kids make the choices.
The time it takes to get a particular item back in stock varies. For an estimated time frame please give us a call at 1-844-435- or . We also have the option to set up a notification as soon as we receive any specific colors and sizes you wish to purchase. Find the exact item and size on our website and use the " me when available" button to receive an as soon as it is back!
From time to time, it's our pleasure to extend to new and/or existing customers certain offers and promotions.
Additionally, certain promotions may only pertain to select items, may not be stackable or combined with other offers, and may be available just to specific users (existing customers or new customers, for instance).
The best way to be informed about current promotions and discounts is to subscribe to our emails, and to visit our site where sales and promos are frequently messaged to customers. We do also host contests and giveaways on Facebook and Instagram, so follow and play along!
Promotions are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
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Shipping Options:
Standard: Currently free on orders $75+ or $9.50 flat rate. Please allow 4-7 business days for your order to be processed & delivered.
Express: 2-4 Business Days via FedEx. $15
2-Day: 2 Business Days via UPS - $25
Overnight: Next Business Day via UPS - $30
For Alaska, Hawaii and US territories, standard shipping may take 12-16 business days and express options using FedEx or UPS is unfortunately not available. For APO / FPO / DPO addresses, standard shipping can take up to 35 days and express options are not currently available.
Please note that orders shipping to PO Boxes cannot be shipped via FedEx or UPS.
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Additionally, we’re not responsible for issues with mail forwarding that may cause your package to be returned to sender.
The time it takes to get a particular item back in stock varies. For an estimated time frame please give us a call at 1-844-435- or . We also have the option to set up a notification as soon as we receive any specific colors and sizes you wish to purchase. Find the exact item and size on our website and use the " me when available" button to receive an as soon as it is back!
As co-founders of Primary and as parents ourselves, we are deeply committed to sustainability and our collective stewardship of the planet. From the fabrics we source, to the manufacturing partners we choose, to the packaging of our products, we’ve consistently raised our standards. Because it isn’t just about the clothing we make for babies and kids, it’s about the planet they’ll inherit from us.
Our organic cotton is GOTS certified by Ecocert Greenlife (license with EGL). GOTS stands for “Global Organic Textiles Standard” and GOTS certification is considered the highest standard in the world for organic textiles. GOTS considers every input in the product lifecycle, ensuring full traceability and accountability every step of the way - validating not only the quality of the end product, but also accounting for the environmental impact of every facility and the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone who works there. Ecocert Greenlife (EGL) is our certifier and is Primary’s unique ID. Visit GOTS to learn more.
Read more about our sustainability initiative on our blog.
To us, part of sustainability is being intentional about what gets produced in the first place. Since our launch in , we have deliberately avoided trend-focused fast fashion that floods stores today and landfills tomorrow. Unlike other clothing brands, our assortment is purposefully small, thoughtfully curated, and classically evergreen. Our focus has always been on outstanding affordable quality and timeless styles intended to be passed from one child to another, and relevant year after year. We love that many customers’ introduction to Primary is with a hand-me-down from a friend or family member.
We currently manufacture our clothing in India, Vietnam and China. Every facility producing Primary's clothing must be approved by a certified third party inspection company and remain compliant with ethical manufacturing processes. All the materials used in the production of Primary’s clothing must fully comply with Level 1 of the RSL. All suppliers / vendors / sellers must strictly adhere to stated restrictions.
Additionally, all production lots are tested for product safety to ensure compliance with CPSC regulations. We personally visit the facilities to conduct a pre-sourcing audit which consists of Social Compliance, Quality Assurance and Product Safety checks along with interviewing owners and management prior to commencing with any work. We have a set of comprehensive supply chain manuals that every vendor and agent must read and acknowledge prior to engagement.
In order to be CPSC compliant, baby and kids' sleepwear between sizes 9 months and 14 years must either be snug-fitting or flame retardant. Most sleepwear for kids that is not form-fitting or is made from fleece is treated with chemical flame retardants to pass sleepwear regulations, which is not the way we wanted to go!
We opted to use Clean Poly for our looser-fitting sleepwear to ensure it stayed chemical-free. The structure of the yarn fibers causes them to self-extinguish when exposed to flame, without chemical treatment. We took our time to get this one right, so you and your kids can sleep easy.
Exchanges are free within 90 days or returns have a $5 fee per order. We ask that the items be unworn and unwashed. Please note, shipping fees will not be refunded.
If you need to return a defective item, please contact us via at or at 1-844-435- and we’ll take care of you.
There are three easy ways to start a return:
1. Visit our self-service return portal
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3. Call 1-844-435-
Please have your order number and zip code handy to speed up the process.
We’ll you a prepaid return shipping label. Just pack up your items in the original bag or any packaging you have on hand—just make sure to remove or cover any old shipping labels. When you drop off your return, be sure to hold on to your drop-off receipt or tracking number for your records. Once we receive your return, we’ll process your refund to the original form of payment and send you a confirmation .
We stand behind the quality of our products and want every customer to have a great experience. To protect against misuse of our return policy and ensure fairness for all customers, we reserve the right to decline returns or exchanges that appear to be fraudulent, abusive, or inconsistent with our return policy.
Examples include:
If your return is flagged, our team may reach out for additional information, or we may be unable to process the return.
From time to time, it's our pleasure to extend to new and/or existing customers certain offers and promotions.
Additionally, certain promotions may only pertain to select items, may not be stackable or combined with other offers, and may be available just to specific users (existing customers or new customers, for instance). Promotions cannot be used on orders placed using Shop Now credits.
The best way to be informed about current promotions and discounts is to subscribe to our emails, and to visit our site where sales and promos are frequently messaged to customers. We do also host contests and giveaways on Facebook and Instagram, so follow and play along!
Promotions are subject to change at any time without prior notice.
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