Why innovative ‘bio‑materials’ are still more sci‑fi than fashion revolution
Grown using living organisms, they’re often showcased as the next generation of sustainable materials.
The future of fashion could be made from fungus
The fungus-based fabric renew parts of its surface, take on different colours, and eventually biodegrade.
Smart clothes will soon be on sale. But regulations are needed to prevent a new waste mountain
Governments need to set clear rules on recyclability and chemical safety for e‑textiles.
The surprising chemical footprint of your clothes
As governments and industry invest in more circular textile systems, understanding the chemical history of textiles is becoming increasingly important.
Lululemon brings back Like New program to Hong Kong
Guests can drop off gently used Lululemon gear or non-Lululemon items at select stores across Hong Kong until September 30.
Coach incorporates circular design concepts to reduce waste
Data from the company shows that its resale initiative, Coach (Re)Loved, sold more than 13,800 repaired, restored, and vintage units last year.
DHL launches upcycled accessories from retired uniforms
The collaboration includes a charitable sale of the collection in partnership with Hong Kong-based environmental NGO Redress.
How much clothing is too much? The maths behind having a sustainable wardrobe
Every garment carries a sizeable environmental footprint long before it reaches a hanger.
Beer waste finds new life as plastic-free leather alternative
Arda Biomaterials has created a material called New Grain by transforming brewer’s spent grain, into soft, durable leather.
Allbirds unveil shoes made from recycled tires
The new animal-free material is made from plant-based proteins, biopolymers, and recycled Nylon 6 derived from old tyres.
Your ‘recycled polyester’ leggings are not as sustainable as you think
The story is more complicated. What looks like circular recycling is often a one-way trip to landfill.
Spanish startup Recover unveils low-impact recycled fabric for mass production
Made for companies transitioning to low-impact textiles, the line offers more than 50 fabrics made with recycled cotton.
Fashion factories rethink production with UN’s InTex program
The program has worked with clothing producers to cut emissions, phase out toxic chemicals, and reduce water use.
Going Bananas: Taiwanese entrepreneur to make fabric from fruit
While Farm to Material is still in its early stages, the potential of banana fibre is drawing attention from the textile industry.
From fruits to fabrics: How innovators squeeze high fashion out of fruit waste
Summer comes and goes, but summer fruit waste would be a different matter.