Unifi pioneered this eco-friendly fabric, but today it is far from the only recycled polyester maker. According to Textile Exchange, an industry group that has been pushing the fashion industry to ...

Polyester is the refined sugar of our wardrobes: It’s cheap, has an iffy reputation and is in almost everything, from stretchy leggings to $4,000 jackets. An estimated 34 million tons of it went ...

You see, polyester is the exact same as PET plastic used in water bottles, just in a different shape (threads instead of a bottle). Mechanically recycling PET—melting it down and re-extruding it ...

The global market for polyester yarn is expected to grow from $106 billion in 2022 to $174.7 billion by 2032. Yearly polyester fiber production is projected to exceed 92 million tons in the next ...

Polyester remains a dirty word to most people, so designers cloak non-natural textiles in euphemisms like "technical fabric." Christina Binkley has details. Photo: Getty Images.

Polyester is incredibly durable, wrinkle-resistant and moisture-wicking. It's also breathable and lightweight, so your sweat evaporates through the fabric and you'll stay relatively dry.

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Polyester is ubiquitous in our wardrobes. Valued for its strength, lightness, and ease of care, this synthetic fabric has become a staple. Yet, questions persist about its effects on our health ...