material innovation
Why Material Innovators Should Look Past Plant-Based Leather
Two-thirds of players in the next-gen materials space are focusing on leather alternatives, leaving wool, fur…
On Running Goes Oil-Free, Adidas ‘Strong’ in ESG
As sustainable materials continue to see rising demand, On Running and Adidas are staying ahead of the pack.
This Singaporean Innovator Turns Pineapple Leaves into Sneaker, Denim-Ready Fibers
Trial production of the pineapple leaf fibers began in September 2021 and production volume will scale-up by…
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Why Polartec Picked Peppermint for Performance Fabrics
The all-natural ingredient will replace a metal-based agent in the material innovator's line of performance…
This Textile Innovator Nabbed $15 Million to Scale Fiber Regeneration
Evrnu wants to make regenerative fiber technologies apparel's new normal, and believes it can recycle…
H&M Figures Out Animal-Free Fashion
The Swedish retailer has a PETA-approved collection waiting in the wings.
North Face, Stanford Experts Innovate New Thermoregulating Fabric Tech
The brain trust behind the warming and cooling fabric tech sees applications in home, apparel and automotive.
Polartec Goes Digital With Browzwear as Houdini Campaign Celebrates ‘Getting Old’
Performance fabric maker Polartec is bringing its outdoor-ready innovations to the virtual realm.
New Fabrics and Suiting Drive Modern Men’s Wear Drops
With consumer spending on the mend, Rhone moves upmarket while Indochino courts snappy dressers with new…
Reformation’s ‘Cereal Leather’ Shoes Replace Animal Hide with Grains
The California company has found a way to harness the power of the foodstuffs for use in a new footwear…
Spiber Lands $222 Million in Latest Biomaterials Bonanza
Japanese startup Spiber has received a cash infusion to facilitate the continued research and development of…
Columbia Sportswear Goes for Gold With New Thermal Tech
The outdoor apparel maker unveiled a new iteration of its Omni-Heat technology.
Taiwan Textile Makers Showcase Covid-Friendly Innovations
Taiwan's textile makers highlight materials innovations that offer increased performance and functionality.
Why This Analyst Says Lululemon’s Plant-Based Nylon News Is ‘Exciting But Not Surprising’
Given that nylon is the "largest volume of synthetic material" Lulu uses, one analyst is upbeat on the…
Bio-Silk Makers Take Big Steps Forward
Two material innovation firms are attempting to hack the process of producing silk using advanced technology…