Polyester is among the most extensively utilized synthetic fabrics in the global textile and apparel landscape. Valued for its durability, cost-efficiency, and adaptability, polyester fibre has become ...

That "made with recycled materials" tag may sound like a guilt-free reason to buy new clothes, but an expert says shoppers ...

Shoppers, especially among Gen Z, are becoming more conscious about the kinds of fabrics they buy and are increasingly moving away from polyester. But the ubiquitous fabric might be a lot easier to ...

When searching for commuter blouses on Rakuten, the material section is usually listed as "100% polyester." Even with the ...

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 ...

At Columbia’s Fashion, Energy and Climate Summit, the designer challenged luxury’s reliance on synthetic fibers and made the ...

Fleece is the fabric of cold days and colder nights. Associated with outdoor wear, this fabric is a soft, fluffy material that is most often made from polyester. Mittens, hats, and scarves are made ...

The agreement gives Circ a committed buyer as it builds a $500 million recycling facility designed to process 70,000 tons of ...

We checked the fiber composition of all 120 brands in our directory. Here are the polyester free clothing brands that hold up, and the ones that don't.

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