A new technique could create waterproof coatings for clothes from discarded textiles—far safer for humans and the environment than current coatings, which are typically made with harsh chemicals and ...

Most of the discussion in sustainable textiles has centered around the fibers–manufacturers making a switch to organic cotton, or creating fabrics from natural, easily-renewable materials like bamboo ...

Textile scientists in Colorado have found a way to make clothing out of the stuff used in jiggly, jewel-colored desserts. Gelatin, a byproduct of the meat and leather industries, can be spun into ...

The fashion industry is rapidly embracing digital transformation, and one of the most significant innovations driving this change is fabric simulation. As ...

Cellulose-based textile material can make the clothing sector more sustainable. Currently, cellulose-based textiles are mainly made from wood, but a study headed by researchers from Chalmers ...

Through the RE:FIBRE program, PUMA is keen to address the challenge of textile waste via a long-term solution for recycling. The technology also looks to diversify the fashion industry’s main source ...