Today in Plastics
Fashion & Design
Without plastics, many of today’s fashions and designs wouldn’t be possible. Plastic materials help put the stretch in your jeans and socks, give dress clothes that certain shimmer, keep outerwear lightweight and water-resistant, make your couch long-lasting and durable, and add flair to contemporary tables and chairs. From nylon, polyester, and spandex to recycled plastic, the fashion and design world has embraced plastics. Modern plastic fibers fuel designers’ imaginations and consistently allow artists to create pieces that are cutting-edge, chic, and affordable.
Plastics Help Roxy Go From The Beach To The Street
Read MoreThe Hottest Plastic Fashions
Submitted on Aug 5, 2010
How eco-chic is indeed fashionable.
Category: Fashion & Design
Plastics Make the Cut
Submitted on Jul 23, 2010
From nylon, polyester and spandex to faux fur, rayon and even recycled plastics, the fashion world has embraced plastic materials and taken design to heights not imagined at the turn of the century when plastic fibers in clothing first entered the mainstream. Plastic-based fabrics are revered for their versatility and durability, helping fuel desi [...]
Category: Fashion & Design
Plastic Wrap: From the Pantry to the Runway?
Submitted on Jul 20, 2010
No longer is this product solely devoted to keeping your lunch fresh, but it’s a fashion-forward addition to any of your favorite outfits.
Category: Fashion & Design
Today’s Recyclable Styles
Submitted on Jul 8, 2010
A new shoe brand shows that plastic styles are more fashionable and ethical.
Category: Eco Solutions • Fashion & Design
Trend Watch: Eco-Friendly Handbags
Submitted on Jul 8, 2010
Designers get creative and make trendy handbags out of innovative materials.
Category: Fashion & Design
Innovation in Your Airport Chair
Submitted on Jun 7, 2010
Designers battle it out to use the most creative designs and materials to make airport furnishings.
Category: Fashion & Design
Is your closet full of plastic?
Submitted on May 13, 2010
Watch this video to learn about how a plastic bottle can be transformed into your favorite outfit.
Category: Fashion & Design
Recycled Fixtures Keep your Room Fashionable
Submitted on Apr 29, 2010
Made from 100% recycled and recyclable plastic reclaimed from the textile industry, these lamps will keep any room well lit, fashionable and eco-friendly.
Category: Fashion & Design
Graduates Dress-up in Recycled Plastic Bottles
Submitted on Apr 29, 2010
Students participating in California State University, Monterey Bay’s upcoming commencement ceremony will wear gowns made out of recycled plastic bottles.
Category: Eco Solutions • Fashion & Design
Making Art out of Tape and Plexiglass
Submitted on Apr 29, 2010
Mixed media artist Mark Khaisman layers translucent packing tape on Plexiglas panels to create images that have the shadow and depth of large scale paintings.
Category: Fashion & Design

