Polyester was once thought to be a wonder fiber. Both durable and efficient, with no need for farmland or vast amounts of water, it threatened to leave natural fibers like cotton in the dust. It turns ...

When one thinks of Plastic Free July, the challenge to avoid all manner of plastic bottles, cups and containers likely comes to mind. To be sure, that's a central concern of the global project, which ...

Q I have been reading your column for a long time and have noticed that you seem to have a prejudice against synthetic fabrics. I wonder why? A Yes, you are right that I certainly am biased in favor ...

“Made to last” shouldn’t mean “here forever.” But for the majority of textiles today, that’s the unfortunate reality. In lab conditions, CiCLO® — a sustainable additive that can be combined with ...

Laundry is a fact of life—and so are the microfibers it leaves behind.