PERUVIAN PIMA COTTON

CREAM OF THE COTTON CROP

Much like coffee, cashmere or wine, the quality of cotton varies greatly. Thanks to ideal growing conditions, extra-long staple length and hand harvesting, Peruvian pima cotton is the world’s finest, prized for its exceptional durability, softness and brilliant luster.

Pima Cotton
PIMA COTTON AT A GLANCE
  • Softer and more absorbent than other cottons
  • Ideal growing conditions in coastal Peru create the best quality pima cotton in the world
  • Due to its extra-long 1-3/8" staple length, Peruvian pima cotton is especially soft, durable, and highly resistant to pilling
  • Environmentally friendly hand-harvesting results in brilliant white fibers which dye beautifully and are free from scratchy impurities
  • Perfect for those who suffer from allergies or those with sensitive skin
Pima Cotton Plant
AN IDEAL PLACE TO ROOT

In order to grow exceptional cotton, you need exceptional growing conditions. Peruvian pima cotton grows lush and lovely along the northern coastal valleys of Peru. There, the rich soil soaks up just the right amount of moisture at near-perfect equatorial temperatures. The result is cotton with a silky luster and an unbelievably soft hand.

Pima Cotton Harvest
HARVESTED WITH CARE

Unlike much commercial cotton, Peruvian pima cotton is harvested entirely by hand. Not only is harvesting by hand more environmentally sound, it’s better for the cotton itself. Industrial harvesting tears the cotton fibers, giving it a yellowed hue and creating a scratchy texture that affect the smoothness of the final garment. The careful hand harvesting of Peruvian pima, however, results in a brilliant white shade of whole cotton, which dyes beautifully and feels soft and smooth against the skin.

Pima Cotton
LONG ON QUALITY

With any natural fiber, the longer and smoother the filament, the softer the hand. Because of its exceptionally long, 1-3/8" staple length—ordinary cotton fibers measure between 1/2" to 3/4"— Peruvian pima cotton has unparalleled softness, is extremely durable and highly resistant to pilling. And since it’s hypoallergenic, it’s an excellent choice for people with skin sensitivities.