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Squitex, TreeKind and the Microfiber Innovation Challenge Finalists
A suite of material innovators are challenging microfiber waste in the Microfiber Innovation Challenge. These…
Kelp Yarns Are Coming to a Garment Near You
Kelp-powered yarn means big potential for fashion. AlgiKnit is setting sights on pilots with global brands…
PVH, Bestseller Get ‘Priority Access’ to Ecovative’s Mycelium ‘Forager Hides’
PVH and Bestseller are founding partners of Ecovative's fashion cooperative looking to innovate on the vegan…
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An A-Z Guide to the Next-Gen Materials Taking a Step Forward for Sustainability
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Material innovation company HeiQ is bringing a new biopolymer fabric to market that has the potential to…
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They have launched a manual to encourage adoption in the textile industry and help standardize a more…
Phillip Lim Made a Weekender Bag Using Volvo Cars’ ‘Nordico’ Material
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Storied French Faux Fur Maker Debuts Most Sustainable Product Yet
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Zalando Latest to Strike Infinna Fiber Deal
Zalando joins Adidas, Patagonia, H&M and Bestseller in investments in Infinited Fiber Co.'s Infinna fiber.
All Kering Brands Are Going Fur-free
The change takes effect with fall 2022 collections of all of the group's brands.
These Next-Gen Materials Are Wooing Investors and U.S. Shoppers, Report Finds
These next-gen material-makers are finding their market with both investors and U.S. consumers alike with 44…