New wave of sustainable materials: Mylo
Source: https://brightly.eco/new-wave-of-sustainable-materials-in-fashion/
Mylo, created by Bolt Threads, is also making headlines. To make Mylo, Bolt Threads created a process to grow mycelium in a vertical farming facility powered by 100% renewable energy and transformed it into a material that looks and feels like animal leather. Brands like Luluemon, Stella McCartney, and Adidas are coming out with products made with Mylo, using it as a leather alternative. You can already buy Lululemon’s first-ever mushroom leather duffle bag and yoga mat, as well as Adidas’ mushroom leather Stan Smiths. Here are even backpacks made of paper. With other brands like Athleta, Allbirds, and Levi's jumping on the bandwagon, sustainable materials are bound to become more mainstream this year. And the new wave of eco-friendly materials is leading up to a revolution at the intersection of fashion and sustainability. Soon, sustainable materials like plant-based fibers and TENCEL Lyocell will be dominating the market.