Clothes
Here’s a new take on reusing and recycling – These waterproof jackets were made from the parts of old blow-up dolls by Dutch artist Sander Reijgers. This goes to show that almost anything really can… Read the rest be recycled. But then again, maybe some things really should just get trashed…
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Performance, durability and sustainability is the name of The North Face ‘Borealis’ fleece. The fleece is composed of 100% recycled polyester fleece, while other shell material incorporates carbon from bamboo technology. A major advantage of this bamboo technology is moisture wicking capabilities similar to polypropylene, but without the chemical baggage… Read the rest
You remember Hypercolor — those weird multicolored t-shirts that changed with your body heat. They were the rage of the early 90s, and I’m sure some of you still have a few stacked at the back of the closet. Well, if you do, it’s time to switch them out for… Read the rest
In the heart of Africa, a new weapon has emerged in the fight against poverty: recycled paper beads. BeadforLife is a nonprofit focused on helping impoverished yet entrepreneurial Ugandan women market handcrafted beads from recycled paper. The beads, which are often crafted into necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, are proving effective.… Read the rest
With traditional materials like cotton and polyester on the list of eco evils, fabric developers are constantly on the lookout for friendlier alternatives. And what’s more friendly than reusing something that would otherwise be completely useless? Taiwanese company Singtex Industrial Co. is doing just that, developing a method to weave… Read the rest
In 2007 beach pollution prompted more than 22,500 beach closings at ocean, bay and Great Lakes beaches. Pollution is harming the environment, but it’s also keeping outdoor enthusiasts from pursuing their passions, especially surfers.
Well aware that ocean pollution could be the end of surfing, some of the biggest names… Read the rest
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Santa Barbara based lifestyle and activewear company Horny Toad has been practicing a policy of “Do The Right Thing” since the brand was launched in 1995. That’s a policy that has translated into both the brand’s business and design philosophies.
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Spring is just around the corner, and clothing companies’ new lines are quickly hitting the markets. In the realm of sustainable design, Horny Toad, a brand well known for its commitment to responsible choices from its clothing design to business partners, is introducing yet another sustainable material to its repertoire:… Read the rest
Green technical gear is definitely at the front of our minds as the new year kicks off. Many companies have taken to making tees from organic cotton, but going above and beyond that and pushing the design envelope to bring progressive materials into technical active wear is what really gets… Read the rest
Outdoor apparel company Nau made a huge buzz in the sustainability world back when it first launched. Unfortunately, earlier this year in the face of the risky capital market, the brand committed to sustainable clothing and business practices had to shut their doors. But in the short time that Nau… Read the rest
