I. Introduction Overview of Nylon Fabric Synthetic polymer nylon changed the fabric world when it first emerged in the late 1930s. Inventively developed by DuPont engineers, nylon was first used to replace silk, especially during the Second World War, when natural silk was hard to come by. Strong, flexible and tough, it was instantly a …
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I. Introduction Hemp is a textile that has recently become popular as an environmentally friendly, and multi-functional replacement for conventional fabrics. With its environmental credentials, robustness and organic comfort, hemp has carved its way into the daily habits of mindful consumers. In textiles once mainly used for rope and sack manufacturing, hemp fabric has been …
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I. Introduction The increasing focus on sustainability within the fashion and textiles sector has raised the awareness of green materials, and hemp fabric is taking off. Among the lowest environmental footprints, hemp is renowned for its durability, toughness, and biodegradability. As consumers are moving towards greener products, hemp fabrics have also found their way into …
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1. Introduction Sustainability has emerged as a top priority in many industries including textiles. As fashion and textile industries are among the biggest polluters, the search for alternative alternatives is as pressing as ever. Since recent years, hemp has been a popular sustainable option in the textile sector, touted for its environmental benefits and sustainable …
I. Introduction As the pursuit of sustainability is being seen as a motivator for consumers’ purchases, businesses are responding by launching eco-friendly advertising. From clothing to industrial goods, everything is being marketed as “green,” “eco-friendly” or “sustainable.” Not everything that says it is green. Some brands also engage in greenwashing – which means that sustainability …
I. Introduction Microplastics have become one of our era’s most pervasive environmental problems. From deep ocean trenches to mountaintops, these tiny bits of dust have wormed their way into ecologies all over the planet. They are causing scientists, environmentalists and policymakers to fret about their impact on both the environment and human health. One major …
1. Introduction Hemp fabric, which was used in textiles for centuries, is now taking centre stage in the contemporary world, especially in the sustainable fashion sector. In the face of ever more stringent demands by consumers for eco-friendly alternatives to synthetic and non-renewable materials, hemp fabrics are enjoying a renaissance. Hemp fabric has the reputation …
Introduction Wool and polyester are two of the most widely used fibres in the global textile industry. Wool, a renewable and natural fibre from sheep, has been prized for centuries for its warmth, strength and versatility. Polyester, however, is a synthetic fiber, and it revolutionised the textile industry through its affordability, strength and ubiquitous use …
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1. Introduction Climate change is one of our era’s most urgent global issues, and millions of people around the world are suffering from it – from hotter temperatures, hurricanes and other ecosystem-disrupting phenomena. The major driver of climate change is emissions of greenhouse gases (GHGs), notably carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide, from human activity. …
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1. Introduction In recent years, sustainability has become an increasingly important issue in all fields of industry across the globe, including fashion and textiles. As evidence for the detrimental effects of synthetic fibers and fast fashion continues to mount, the effort to find sustainable alternatives is on the rise. One of the defining features of …
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