Bio-based, or biosynthetic fibers, are finding increasing applications in textiles because of their sustainable ...

Switching from traditional fabrics to natural-fiber clothing is good for us and our planet. Here’s why. Natural-fiber clothing no longer means itchy hemp or unflattering off-white clothing. More and ...

The clothes on your back could someday keep your smartphone, computer and MP3 devices charged and ready to use, thanks to research underway at Colorado State University. CSU researchers and students ...

Cotton has long been a staple in fashion, but the rise of cheap, mass-produced clothing — known as 'fast fashion' — has led many consumers to buy cheaper, synthetic fabrics. Now, there’s now a growing ...

Ultramarathon runner Steve Tidball remembers the extreme events that ignited his interest in sourcing simple, natural materials for clothing. “My brother and I used to race around the world. He was ...

The Comfort Game‑Changer Fabrics that incorporate spandex - also known as elastane or Lycra - stand out for offering ...

After hefty investment and hyped deals with luxury brands, many material innovation start-ups are winding down. What comes ...

Natural fiber for a natural challenge: A variety of ski manufacturers offer skis made from Bcomp’s (Fribourg, Switzerland) flax/Banova balsa core, ultralight flax/balsa bCore, and ampliTex flax-yarn ...

The London-based designer has worked with Epson on Fashion Play, a first-of-its-kind, doll-sized collection made from ...

Wondering how to make natural dyes for wool? How to make natural dyes for cotton? Plant and animal fibers have slightly different requirements, but you can dye both right at home. You might think that ...

Ultramarathon runner Steve Tidball remembers the extreme events that ignited his interest in sourcing simple, natural materials for clothing. “My brother and I used to race around the world. He was ...