Biotechnology
In Fashion.
Background
When?
The modern application of biotechnology to clothing can be dated back to the beginning of the 1990's with biotechnology company Novozymes, although this may seem fairly recent, advancements in this region of biotechnology have exploded and are now a part of mainstream fashion culture.
Where?
Vitro Labs Headquarters
Novozymes Co.
Circular Fashion Lab Headquarters
How Is It Developed?
Most clothing is designed and produced through designers looking to see what styles are gaining popularity. When sustainable clothing is developed the first priority is how to make the product as environmentally friendly as possible. A problem is introduced, then scientists turn to biology to find a solution to this issue. After extensive research and experimentation a solution is introduced and then given a "fast pass" to application on actual clothing and market selling.
Signs of Progress
And
The Future...
With the onslaught biotech innovations in clothing, traditional technologies for textile production are changing to become more sustainable, scientists see much more potential in the development of clothing through biotechnology. In fact with rising water levels the use of bio-engineering is seen as the best option for effectively lowering the textile industries pollution rates. Clothing made from bacteria, as exemplified by Suzanne lee's Mylium Lab has not yet advanced enough to be applied to every-day use, however Lee sees much progress for her prototypes. And the Circular Fashion Lab in Waeginaen University has not developed shoe-ware, that can blend in with the shoes we where today quite yet, however there most recent prototypes are unlike the industry has ever seen.