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Preferred Fibers

For over 100 years, we have worked to deliver best-in-class customer experiences. Today, this includes using preferred fiber options in more of our Nordstrom Made products to meet rising interest in responsible consumption.

Why We Use Preferred Fibers

Preferred fibers are often regenerative, use less water and fewer harmful chemicals, or are made from recycled content. They also tend to align with higher supply chain transparency and labor rights standards, meaning when we use these materials, we can also help support better outcomes for the people making them.

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Cotton

At around 22% of global fiber production, cotton is a key material for our industry. To support our efforts in sourcing cotton with a lower environmental impact and to help promote responsible growing practices, we are members of the world's largest cotton sustainability program, Better Cotton Initiative. Nordstrom Home and Rack Home have also made strong strides in increasing the percentage of organic cotton wherever possible.

Polyester

We look to use certified recycled polyester in our designs when possible. By doing so, we reduce our reliance on fossil fuel-derived materials and help keep plastics out of landfill, all while balancing product performance, price and practicality.

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Man-Made Cellulosic Fibers

We want to play an active role in protecting the world's endangered forests. That's why we look to use man-made and wood-based cellulosic fibers that help reduce associated deforestation, energy consumption and hazardous wastewater production. Across several Nordstrom Made products, we are making a shift toward responsible cellulose-based fibers made by the textile innovator Lenzing.