fiber
Lenzing’s Veocel Sales Soar as Global Hygiene Components Market Surges
The popularity of Lenzing's Veocel product has dramatically increased in the Asian market.
Unifi’s Repreve Chalks Up the Sustainability Scoreboard
The firm's first Higg MSI scores verify that its fiber has a lower carbon footprint than comparable materials.
Denim Industry Leads Sector With Natural, Sustainable Materials
Denim continues to go green in many facets, inclusive of organic, recycled and compostable materials.
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Sustainable Performance Fiber Solution Attracts Swimwear Brands
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Adidas, Bestseller and H&M Sign Deals for Infinna Fiber
The funding round numbered 30 million euros and closed on June 30 and will help Infinited Fiber Co. scale its…
Allbirds’ New Sustainability ‘Flight Plan,’ Farfetch and ThredUp Link, Econyl Goes D-to-c: Short Takes
This week in sustainability, Allbirds announces new goals, Farfetch links with ThredUp and Econyl fiber maker…
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…
Why Model Arizona Muse Started a Charity Called ‘Dirt’
Arizona Muse vows to make "soil sexy" with a charity devoted to certified biodynamic farming initiatives and…
ESG Outlook: Spinnova’s Shahriare Mahmood on Raw Material Alternatives
Shahriare Mahmood, director of sustainability at fiber company Spinnova, discusses reducing chemical usage…
7 For All Mankind Vouches for Collagen Peptide-Infused Jeans
7 For All Mankind debuted the Beauty Jean, featuring collagen peptides and thermoregulation, deodorization…
The Lycra Company CEO Discusses Sustainability, Shift to Circular Economy
The Lycra Company discusses its new product offerings made from 100 percent textile waste.
Lycra Debuts EcoMade Fibers Made From Textile Waste
The Lycra Company and Itochu Corp. launch fibers made from 100 percent textile waste.
Elevated Basics Brand Numi Brings ‘Humanness’ Back to Fashion
Numi sat down with WWD to discuss conscious creation and empowering women through fashion.
MIT Engineers Transform Recycled Plastic Into Self-Cooling Fabrics
Engineers at MIT developed self-cooling fabrics from polyethylene, a material often used in plastic bags.
Ethical Fashion Brand Voz Reopens New ‘Sanctuary’ Store in New York
After a year of ups and downs, ethical fashion brand Voz is reopening its Voz Sanctuary store in a new…