Many people want to make the switch to clothing made with natural fibers, such as 100% cotton, but experts say there's much ...

Recycled polyester activewear and swimwear are now everywhere. Major global brands sell leggings, swimsuits and puffer ...

The abacá plant grows without needing lots of water or pesticides, helps stop erosion, and is now being used to replace fossil fuels in clothes. This sleek backpack now available in stores in ...

West Adams-based Ambercycle aims to revamp the recycled fabric industry with a process of breaking down polyester for reuse. Shay Sethi, co-founder and chief executive of the West Adams synthetic ...

Researchers found they could separate blended cotton and polyester fabric using enzymes -- nature's tools for speeding chemical reactions. Ultimately, they hope their findings will lead to a more ...

Conflict-driven oil price spikes are straining Asia's polyester supply chain, threatening higher costs for firms like Zara ...

Natural vs synthetic fabrics explained with a focus on clothing durability. Discover which fabric comparison works best for ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Brooke Roberts-Islam is a London-based writer covering sustainability. Synthetic materials, including polyester and polyamide ...