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Material sourcing uncovered

Fashion is an ever-changing industry; stay informed on what’s happening through Material Exchange’s blog posts here.

Material sourcing uncovered

Fashion is an ever-changing industry; stay informed on what’s happening through Material Exchange’s blog posts here.

Denim in the City: Frank Tours New York

The recycling of fabrics is well-covered in the press, and donation sites are aplenty for end-of-life garments – but what’s actually going on behind the scenes? What’s the process look like and is it being adopted across the fashion industry? Our blog post takes a deep dive into what’s going on and what professionals in the industry should do to support its adoption.

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Denim in the City: Frank Tours New York

The recycling of fabrics is well-covered in the press, and donation sites are aplenty for end-of-life garments – but what’s actually going on behind the scenes? What’s the process look like and is it being adopted across the fashion industry? Our blog post takes a deep dive into what’s going on and what professionals in the industry should do to support its adoption.

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fashionable woman with pink flowers
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Material Exchange

Fashion for all

Material Exchange and Texworld have partnered up to create a completely unique tradeshow experience for brands seeking trendy materials for their upcoming lines. It’s called Trend+ and in our latest blog post, you can learn more about it and see exactly which trends are going to dominate the show and the runways over the next season.

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woman sitting in recycled fabric
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Katie Syk

The textile recycling movement and your role in it

The recycling of fabrics is well-covered in the press, and donation sites are aplenty for end-of-life garments – but what’s actually going on behind the scenes? What’s the process look like and is it being adopted across the fashion industry? Our blog post takes a deep dive into what’s going on and what professionals in the industry should do to support its adoption.

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water and fashion - World Ocean Day
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Morgan Fracasse

Fashion’s water conundrum

Water is a precious, limited resource, and the use of it in the fashion industry is great. Learn more about what exactly water is being used for in the production of the clothes we wear and how it can be reduced in our blog post here.

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Frank, the fashion sourcing assistant
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Andrew Olah

Meet Frank: The hero of the unsung heroes

Frank is a bear – but he’s not just any old bear. He’s a bear who knows a thing or two about sourcing. And he’s here to help brands find the best materials for their needs in no time at all. Read more on how right here.

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Blue Infinity dye technology by Crescent Bahuman Limited
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Katie Syk

Denim’s shake up with Blue Infinity

The denim that goes into every pair of jeans that’s produced leaves a large footprint on our planet. It doesn’t have to be that way anymore, though – and with Crescent Bahuman’s new Blue Infinity dye technology, a sustainable alternative is here, now. Read all about it in our latest blog post.

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Swimming man in jeans, water-conscious denim
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Katie Syk

True denim, made with far less water

It’s an unfortunate fact that on average, a single pair of jeans is made using 11,000 liters of water. Prosperity Textile’s new technology cuts this number by 90%. Read about what they’re doing to drastically reduce water use in the production of high-quality denim in our latest blog post here.

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man in denim jacket, deadstock
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Katie Syk

Your ultimate guide to buying deadstock fabric

An increasing number of brands are turning to deadstock fabrics to create clothing lines. But what’s important to remember when getting started with this excess material? And where to find it? We uncover all you need to know to start your own deadstock journey in this blog post.

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Digital Fashion = Sustainable Fashion
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Dor Lapid

Digital fashion = Sustainable fashion

The Deadstock Debut’s presence at the Kingpins Show Pop-up Event in Hong Kong has been marked by the addition of a brand-new hoodie made entirely of deadstock materials. Read more about the creation of this casual wear and why it’s so important here.

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a young pretty woman with long brown hair in a long white dress is walking through a field in the evening
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Katie Syk

Communicating fashion sustainability 

Brands big and small are adopting sustainability measures into their workflows – but how are they telling their audiences about them? The right wording around sustainability messaging is critical to sharing what’s happening. Read our blog post here for some thoughts on what to consider in crafting this communication and making the most of your efforts.

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