Modal is a semi-synthetic fabric adored for its softness, ease of care, and—more importantly—biodegradability. Because the fabric is quite breathable, it is often used in garments designed for comfort ...

Sharmon Lebby is a writer and sustainable fashion stylist who studies and reports on the intersections of environmentalism, fashion, and BIPOC communities. The lure of hemp has been two-fold: It is an ...

Hemp fabric comes from the stem of the hemp plant (Cannabis sativa L.), a cannabis species. Hemp fabric is similar to fabrics like linen, jute, flax, and bamboo, all of which are obtained from plant ...

I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Rebeccah Pailes-Friedman, an adjunct associate professor at Pratt Institute as well as an author and researcher on smart textiles and wearable technologies.

If incredible softness is a top priority when you’re shopping for clothing, you most likely own a lot of modal. Technically a type of rayon (a.k.a. viscose), modal fabric is known for its silky feel.