Velvet is historically associated with luxury. Originally made with silk, it is known best for having a lush surface soft to the touch. Though its exact origins are unknown, velvet has been around for ...

To many, fashion is one of the most glamorous and influential industries in the world, but it’s also one of the most environmentally damaging. To maintain a balanced clothing ecosystem and uphold the ...

Most of us consider jeans a wardrobe staple, so it’s worth looking to sustainable denim brands for your next pair. A great pair of jeans is worth the investment — they look effortlessly cool, can be ...

Ann Jefferson, coordinator of the Sustainable Fabric Workshop, does not really need any more fabric donations. Jefferson has plenty of fabric scraps waiting to be upcycled or repurposed. The ...

Seaweed is loaded with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, and taking advantage of its beneficial properties isn’t anything new. For thousands of years, seaweed has been harvested for food, fuel, ...

People who are accomplished at sewing, known as sewists (important note: never sewers), have this superpower: If they want something, they can make it. Not from thin air, but from thin, middling and ...

Since natural fibers like cotton are resource-intensive to manufacture, and petroleum-based fibers like nylon and polyester are not ecologically friendly, it’s time to start considering more ...

Hemp fabric comes from the stem of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa L.), a cannabis species. Hemp fabric is similar to fabrics like linen, jute, flax, and bamboo, all of which are obtained from plant ...

As environmental concerns intensify, the global textile industry faces growing pressure to adopt more sustainable practices. Increasing consumer awareness of the ecological impact of clothing ...

NoName and Aditya Birla Group unlock certified sustainable fabrics, giving small fashion brands access to traceable, ...

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