Fabrics such as cotton come at a dear cost to the environment, but what other materials can we possibly use instead? A look at a recent fashion competition for low-impact innovations indicates that the materials of the future may come from things like agricultural waste, pineapple leaves, or even mushrooms. To get a better understanding of these alternatives, here’s the eco guide to the unusual materials that can help save the environment.
Pineapple dresses and mushroom shirts: Unusual materials to replace cotton
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