Plastic-Free Vests
Pangaia & Natural Fiber Welding Made a First-of-its-Kind Garment with Mirum
Laura McQuarrie — April 4, 2023The newest innovation released through Pangaia Lab comes from materials science company Pangaia and Natural Fiber Welding and it introduces the world’s first commercially available apparel made from Mirum. This fully circular material is plant-based and plastic-free, and it has been used to create a limited-edition vest. This vest features organic cotton , fleece, FLWRDWNTM insulation and an outer shell made with Mirum, thinner and leatherette.
Mirum is not just a plant-based and plastic-free material that is not only reshaping how apparel is made. This innovative material also has the potential to revolutionize the creation of footwear, accessories, upholstery and automotive designs.
As consumers become more aware of the environmental impact of the fashion industry, they are seeking out sustainable fashion alternatives made without petrochemicals or plastics.