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Brooks to Convert Bestselling Shoe to Carbon Neutral
The Ghost 14 will now be made with 59 percent recycled raw materials in its uppers.
Patagonia Signs Multiyear Deal With ‘Infinna’ Fiber Maker
The deal grants Patagonia access to the limited fiber which is made from textile waste in the years ahead but…
Gucci Introduces Animal-free Material
After two years of research and development, the luxury material is being introduced through the launch of…
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The Vegan Footwear Debate
Experts say this should become a serious commitment among shoe manufacturers for a range of reasons — first…
How U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Is Advancing Sustainably Grown Cotton
Fashion needs transparency, and one industry group is doing its part to further that goal.
LVMH, Kering, Richemont Among Leaders Improving Traceability of Gems
Leading groups are joining forces and launching a free sustainability resource platform to drive positive…
Ba&sh Goes Public With Sustainability Goals
Sustainability goals under the "Blossom manifesto" include favoring materials made from "eco-responsible"…
Polartec Continues to Lead the Charge on Sustainability
Now owned by Milliken, the creator of synthetic fleece continues to innovate to stay at the forefront of…
What Really Makes a Sustainable Material? And Where Does Biodiversity Come In?
Textile Exchange's new chief operating officer Claire Bergkamp breaks down the basic principles of…
Cuyana Adds Washable Silk to Its Natural Materials Mix
The brand is teaming the launch with its commitment to using all-natural and recycled materials by 2022.
Consumer Demand for Sustainable Products and Business Practices Spikes During Pandemic
Some 50 percent of brands and retailers expect to see a rise in consumer spending on sustainable apparel over…
New York-Based Mycelium Innovation Firm Ecovative Nabs $60M in Funding
The mycelium market is heating up with New York on the radar for grown-in-America innovation.
Stella McCartney Teams With Bolt Threads on Fungi-Based Fabric, Mylo
McCartney has made trousers and a black bustier top from the sustainable material derived from the root…
These Accessories at Milan Fashion Week Looked Good While Doing Good for The Planet
Regenerated leather and nylon, recycled plastic, deadstock fabrics, corn, wood and tires can all be turned…