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EXCLUSIVE: Ecopel Launches 100 Percent Plant-based, Chemical-free Material Called Flur
The French materials innovator is launching the new biodegradable textile as it expands production in Europe…
What Went Wrong With Renewcell?
Following the textile recycler's bankruptcy announcement, the industry reacted with shock, sadness and…
J.Crew Recovers, Recycles Swimwear for Sustainable ‘Second Life’
SuperCircle powers the brand-agnostic program rewarding consumers who divert pre-owned bathing suits from…
With Numbers Down, Première Vision Was ‘Slow but Substantial’
The textile trade fair saw fewer attendees and exhibitors, but those on the floor reported making "very…
Citizens of Humanity Sets ‘Industry Benchmark’ for Regenerative Cotton
Shalom Harlow models the Citizens of Humanity regenerative cotton collection in a new campaign.
Sway Raises $5 Million for Seaweed-based Packaging Innovation
J.Crew and Burton applauded the Tom Ford Plastic Innovation Prize winner's latest "breakthrough" plastic-free…
Fashion Executives Plan to Eliminate Plastic Packaging: Aquapak Survey
Most fashion brands and retail leaders aspire to achieve plastic-free packaging.
Gold Star: Pandora Hits Recycled Metals Target 12 Months Early
By the second half of 2024 Pandora will be using 100 percent recycled gold and silver in its jewelry, a year…
EXCLUSIVE: Keel Labs Unveils First T-shirt From Seaweed-Based Kelsun Fiber
The company is launching a campaign with climate and sustainable fashion activist Aditi Mayer.
Can Faux Fur Be Sustainable? Three Textilemakers Prove It Can
Biomaterial start-up Biofluff, French company Ecopel and storied velvetmaker Redaelli 1893 have come up with…
Innovation, Investment: What’s Next for New Materials at Biofabricate
The conference came to Paris as EU regulations are poised to change the industry, money is set to return…
EXCLUSIVE: Kering, Eileen Fisher, Johnstons of Elgin Board Spiber’s Circular Biosphere Project
Brands will supply chemically treated textiles and synthetic blends for R&D as the materials innovation…
Changing Markets Report Finds Russian Oil Makes Its Way to Main Street in Polyester
The NGO used shipping, trade data and brands' supplier lists to track how embargoed oil is getting around…
The First Full Look From Reishi Mushroom Leather Makes Its Debut in Amsterdam
A three-piece look is showing at the Buro Stedelijk modern art museum for two months, just as the company…
Axel Arigato Turns Upcycled Soles Into Speakers With Transparent
A listening experience party will take place in London on Dec. 6 to signal the brand's deepening ties with…