Sustainable footwear label Vivaia makes its Australian debut
With ergonomic design in sustainable materials, the brand was named one of Refinery29’s most valuable products last year.
Polyester production is not eco-friendly: but there is a solution
The company plans for the manufacturing process to be rapidly scaled for global expansion, starting with Vietnam and Iberia.
Ultra-fast fashion is a disturbing trend undermining efforts to make the whole industry more sustainable
It was once thought the pandemic would trigger a transition to a more sustainable fashion industry.
Spiber to launch first spider silk jackets
Spider silk is considered an alternative solution for durable clothing in the outerwear and performance wear industry.
Beyond Silk: How 12 material innovators are redefining sustainable textiles
A report from MII highlights innovators who are working on creating new sustainable silk fabrics that have minimal environmental impact.
Colorifix uses bacteria to dye textiles
Founders say using enzymes helps cut down the pollution caused by toxic chemical waste from the textile dying industry.
Mindful Merch launches apparel collection made from sustainable fabrics
The collection includes different styles of garments and accessories made from combed cotton, organic cotton, deadstock and hemp.
Puma turns classic sneakers into compost
The brand collaborated with Ortessa Group to dispose of these shoes in a facility designed for industrial composting.
From waste to wear: How Circ’s clothing recycling tech is changing fashion
Did you know that only 1 per cent of clothes are recycled, with blended fabrics and textile items often proving too difficult to break down and repurpose?
Rimowa’s new bags are “trash” – in a good way
The Signature collection includes a large flap backpack, a duffle bag, and a sliding tote.
New program encourages customers to “give old Crocs new life”
The pilot program aims to address environmental and social challenges faced by the fashion industry.
MycoWorks opens commercial mycelium plant for alt-leather
The 136,000 sq ft factory will enable the company to scale its production and supply its clients with Reishi, an alt-leather made from Mycelium fungus.
Mabi swimwear shuns plastic for sustainable fashion
Instead of recycling plastic, Mabi Swimwear minimises its plastic use by using alternative materials and implementing eco-friendly practices.
10 factors to consider when shopping for sustainable fashion
According to research conducted by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, the fashion industry is one of the largest polluters globally, second only to the oil industry.
France’s Sericyne revolutionises silk production for sustainable fashion
A Parisian-based textile company, Sericyne, aims to transform the silky industry, finding a way to improve silk production.