6 New Innovative Fabrics for Sustainable Fashion Over the years, I’ve attended a lot of textiles expos in New York City. I go to to network with suppliers and potential Factory45’ers and get an insider’s view of the “non” sustainable fashion world (it looks a lot different). Below is a nod to the newest wave of innovation coming out of the textile industry with a focus on sustainability: 1.) CRAiLAR is a flax fiber that drastically reduces chemical and water usage. It was named a 100% BioPreferred product by the USDA in April 2012. In fabric form, it looks and feels almost identical to cotton. 2.) Qmilch is a 100 percent natural and sustainable fiber got from a protein in sharp milk. (Indeed, similar to the milk in your cooler.) The outcome is a texture like silk, however more affordable, while being sufficiently solid to endure wash and care. Qmilch is normally antibacterial and can direct temperature, making it ideal for sports and sports clothing. 3.) "Recyc...
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