Whether preventing sweat and odor or detecting one's emotional state of mind, these innovative fashion materials are changing the way consumers respond to clothing. In addition to eco-friendly organic cottons, the fashion industry is embracing unconventional materials like banana fiber and hemp -- processed to make natural fabrics that are environmentally friendly and durable.
These organic fibers are reducing waste and are an extension of a health-focused movement that has transformed the food and beauty industries as of late. Moreover, smart fabrics are becoming more intuitive with mobile devices -- from smart sensor socks that are app-connected to track athletic performance to calorie-burning vests that are designed for astronauts.
Ultimately, these innovative fashion materials aim to enhance comfort while preventing inconveniences like stains, excess sweat and unwanted odors.
55 Innovative Fashion Materials
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3D-Printed Fashion Collections
This Line of 3D-Printed Apparel is Designed for Everyday Wear
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Arousal-Detecting Dresses
This Piece of High-Tech Fashion at SXSW Turns Transparent
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Customized 3D-Printed Accessories
This Company Allows Consumers to Design Their Own Products
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Anti-Sunburn Swimwear
Marie Spinali's Line of Smart Swimsuits Helps Protect Against Sun Damage
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Recycled Plastic Clothing
Pharrell and G-Star Raw Collaborate Using Recycled Ocean Waste
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Deconstructed Hi-Tech Knitwear
Mandi Lam's Expose Lookbook Highlights Graphic and Oversized Knits
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Upcycled Industrial Apparel
This Chic Australian Clothing Line is Made with Repurposed Materials
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PVC Dress Collections
Pop Gallery's Transparent Garments are Made With Flexible Plastic
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Automotive-Inspired Dresses
These High Fashion Dresses are Supercharged with Car Parts
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Robotic Spider Dresses (UPDATE)
Anouk Wipprecht Designs an Outfit that Protects Its Wearer
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Anti-Microbial Undergarments
This Company Designed a Reversible Bra That Requires No Underwire
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Stain-Proof Clothing
'Dropel Fabrics' is Now Using Its Stain-Resistant Fabric for Womenswear
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Sweat-Free Oxford Shirts
Blake and Whyte Offers a Dress Shirt Designed to Hide Unsightly Stains
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Performance-Monitoring Apparel
Sensoria's Running System Boasts Smart Socks, Sports Bras and Tees
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Compostable Denim Collections
These Stylish Jeans are Less Harmful to the Environment
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Eco-Friendly Odorless Jeans
This Denim is Made from Silver Fabric So It Never Has to Be Washed
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Exquisite Trash Fashions
Candy Carousel by Janet Lee & Lorraine Kwan is Upcycled and Unusual
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Wearable Airbag Jackets
These Airbag Jackets Don't Rely on Motorcycle Signals for Release
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Pedal-Powered Eyewear
These Sustainable Sunglasses are Made Using Pedal-Power and Recycled Wood
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Plastic Bag Dresses
The IKEA Shopping Bag Dress by Adriana Valdez Young is Pure Eco-Chic
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Indestructible Sharkskin Wallets
This Heavy Duty Wallet Interweaves Carbon Fiber and Sharkskin
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Motion Capture Sportswear
The Tracky Apparel Uses Motion Sensors to Assess Your Performance
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Upcycled Yoga Attire
This Line of Chic Athletic Gear Called 'Stelari' Uses Recycled Materials
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Color-Shifting Scarves
The 'Chameleon Mood Scarf' Changes Based on Mood, Light and Temperature
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Compost-Friendly Fabrics
F-abric is Designed to Biodegrade Quickly Once Placed in a Compost Heap
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Sustainable Woolen Furniture
This Furniture Line Uses Sheep Wool to Form a Solid Piece of Material
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Calorie-Burning Vests
The Cold Shoulder Weight Loss Vest Helps in Burning 500 Calories a Day
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Banana-Based Fabrics
This Company is Making Eco-Friendly Textiles Out of Banana Plant Stems
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Hemp-Infused Apparel
This Company Makes Clothing Out of Organic Textiles and Renewable Materials
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Recycled Cork Backpacks
This Durable Line of Backpacks is Made from Sustainable Materials
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Upcycled Fabric Accessories
These Vintage Bags & Accessories Feature WWII Military Canvas Fabrics
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Sustainable Swimwear
Speedo & Aquafil Created the World's First Swimwear Recycling Program
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Recycled Soccer Wear
Adidas' Sport Infinity Project Envisions Reimagined Soccer Products
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Stylish Compression Socks
Top & Derby's Product Features a Chic and Odor-Proof Design
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Hi-Tech Workout Gear
Athos is a Line that Senses the Activity Inside of Muscle Fibers
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Self-Cooling Dress Shirts
The 'Khuul Thread Shirt' Helps Control the Climate Around Your Skin
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Ocean-Cleaning Eco Apparel
The 'Sponge Suit' Helps Clean the Ocean One Stroke at a Time
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Moisture-Wicking Bras
This High-Tech Bra Helps Prevent Sweating by Cooling the Wearer
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Epilepsy-Tracking Shirts
This Top is About Detecting Epileptic Seizures and Collecting Data
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Fashionable Space Suits
The Mars Odyssey Space Suit is What You Need for a Chic Space Adventure
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Antimicrobial Dress Shirts
These Versatile Garments are Designed to Adapt to Any Climate
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Anxiety-Tracking Underwear
The Stress-Monitoring Bra by Microsoft Research Pinpoints Moodswings
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Heat-Capturing Clothing
This High-Tech Textile is Made from Invisible Metallic Wires
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Emotion-Based Clothing
This Apparel Line Creates Custom Garments Based on a Customer's Mood
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Experimental Textile Projects
Chimera by Shai Langen Manipulates Latex and Calcium Nitrate
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Coconut Fiber Socks
These High-Tech Socks are Made from a Sustainable Blend of Yarn
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Stain-Resistant Menswear
The Ultimate Tech Collection by IndoChino Protects Against Spills
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Reflective Cycling Socks
Showers Pass' New Torch Sock Line Features a 3M Scotchlight Strip
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Urban Upcycled Bags
Toronto-Based Mariclaro Uses Air Bags to Make New Accessories
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Stain-Resistant Pants
The Ledge Pants are the 21st Century Pair of Trousers for Messy Eaters
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Sleeping Bag Hoods
This Sleeping Bag Balaclava is the Ultimate Camping Head Warmer
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Bacteria-Killing Textiles
This Antibacterial Fabric Could Reduce Hospital-Acquired Infections
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Moisture Control Socks
The Vitalsox Graduated Compression Socks Keep Runners' Feet Dryer
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Geographic Hiking Handkerchiefs
Creative Design's Printed Cloth Map is a Lookalike of Mt. Fuji
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Recycled Tire Footwear
Timberland and Omni United are Creating Recycled Shoes Out of Used Tires
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Recycled Wool Footwear
Sierra Club's Eco-Friendly Socks Are Made With Repurposed Materials
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Sleeping Bag Hammocks
The Bison Bag G2 Combines the Best of Both Worlds
Connective Modular Tents
The POD Tents Help Connect Tents to Form Camping Compounds
Ultra Supportive Bras
Adina Reay Launched a Bra Collection That Caters to Busty Women
Graphic 3D-Printed Fashion
Israeli Designer Noa Raviv Distorts the Body Through His Creations
3D-Printed Fashion Collections
This Line of 3D-Printed Apparel is Designed for Everyday Wear
Body Positive Swimwear
The 'Target Loves Every Body' Features Bloggers of All Shapes and Sizes
Eco-Friendly Undergarments
This Sustainable Lingerie Brand Utilizes Vintage and Salvaged Fabric
3D-Printed Gold Jewelry
Lionel T. Dean's 18 Carat Gold Designs Could Change the Jewelry Industry
Floral 3D-Printed Jewelry
This Gorgeous Jewelry Line is Inspired by the Growth of Flowers
Pocket-Free Wallets
This Sleek Wallet is Made from a Single Piece of Horween Leather
Scientific Fashion Collections
The Independent Fashion Line 'SUSHCHENKO' Celebrates Bold Graphics
Brand-Fusing Sneakers
Dead Dilly Imagines a Hybrid Sneaker Collaboration from Adidas and Nike
Recycled Trash Sunglases
Each Pair of 'RE-View' Sunglasses is Made Using Two Recycled CD or DVDs
Smart Motorcycle Helmets
The iC-R Features Futuristic Functionality and a Slick Design
Quick-Assembly Furnishings
Greycork's Easy-to-Assemble Furniture Can Be Made in Four Minutes
Color-Shifting Sneakers
'rehabstudio' Has Developed a Customizable Fabric Just for Shoes
Sporty Swimwear Editorials
Josephine Skriver Embraces an Urban Beach Look for Vanity Fair Italia
Affordable Designer Kitchens
These Kitchens are Made By Professsional Architects & IKEA Furniture
Upcycled Industrial Apparel
This Chic Australian Clothing Line is Made with Repurposed Materials
Gorgeous Post-Surgery Bras
This Brand Makes Beautiful Mastectomy Lingerie for Cancer Survivors
Bee-Inspired Boots
The New Pharrell and Timberland Shoe Collection is Made from Recycled Plastic
Upcycled Ocean Trash Eyewear
These Sunglasses are Made from Recycled Fishing Nets
Japanese-Inspired Wrapped Shoes
'Vibram' Created a Sneaker That Uses an Old Japanese Material
Carbon Fiber Bicycles
The Viks Carbon Bicycle Features a Strikingly Sleek Design
Lightweight Carbon Bicycles
This Carbon Fiber Bike Boasts a Lightweight Frame and Sleek Style
Convenient Sleep Contraptions
The Polarmond Sleep System Combines Three Camping Essentials
Stain-Proof Clothing
'Dropel Fabrics' is Now Using Its Stain-Resistant Fabric for Womenswear
3D-Printed Nylon Jewelry
Lynne Maclachlan Creates a Line of Hi-Tech Sculptural Accessories
Practical Paper Furniture
IKEA's Latest Practical Furniture Range is Made Entirely from Paper
Performance-Monitoring Apparel
Sensoria's Running System Boasts Smart Socks, Sports Bras and Tees
Wearable Sleeping Bags
The 'Crash Sack' Combines a Comfortable Jacket with a Mobile Sleeping Bag
Psychedelic Cartoon Tees
This Tie-Dye T-Shirt Features a Very Groovy Bart Simpson
Artistic Collaborative Sneakers
This Adidas Collaboration Collection Features Five Amazing Artists
Eco-Friendly Swimsuits
Master & Muse's Chic Designs Are for the Environmentally Conscious
Wholesome Celebrity Clothing Lines
The 'Draper James' Line is Perfect for a Modern Southern Belle
Paleo Diet Guides
This Paleo Infographic Explains the Basics of the So-Called Caveman Diet
Eco-Friendly Odorless Jeans
This Denim is Made from Silver Fabric So It Never Has to Be Washed
Fleece Fabric Sneakers
These Nike Shoes are Made with a Special Fleece Wool Material
Vintage Couture-Inspired Swimsuits
The Beach Riot Gianni Swimsuit Resembles Retro Versace Style
Sustainable Fast Fashion Lines
The New Topshop Collection Will Feature Eco-Friendly Designs
Feminist Advocacy Menswear
The Fall Fashion Line from Acne Studios Displays Bold Feminist Quotes
Luminous Backpack Indicators
The 'BrakePack' is a Glowing Bag That Signals a Cyclist's Direction
Smartphone-Charging Denim
These Smart Jeans Allows Users to Charge a Phone on the Go
Custom Live-Work Spaces
This Space Modifies IKEA Products to Make Multipurpose Furniture
Neoprene Waterproof Sneakers
adidas' 'Chief Diver' Kicks Glow with Waterproof Taped Seams
DJ-Inspired Fashions
The Line ‘Bad Bunch NYC’ Clothing was Designed with Creative Director Kiesza
Vacuum-Sealed Thermoses
This Sleek Thermos Helps Keep Contents Hot for Up to Six Hours
Tweet-Rewarding Vending Machines
This Pop-Up IKEA Vending Machine Gives Prizes for Hashtags
Sustainable Cork Wallets
The 'Origami One' is a Slim Billfold Wallet Made from Eco-Friendly Fabric
Carbon Fiber Headphones
These Limited Edition Headphones are Inspired by the Aerospace Industry
Gesture-Controlling Rings
This Smart Ring Allows Users to Control Games with Just Their Fingers
Color-Shifting Scarves
The 'Chameleon Mood Scarf' Changes Based on Mood, Light and Temperature
Multicolored Songstress Sneakers
These Rita Ora x Adidas Originals Line Features Colorful Kicks
Banana-Based Fabrics
This Company is Making Eco-Friendly Textiles Out of Banana Plant Stems
Earthy Restaurant Branding
Botanica's Brand Identity Boasts Eco-Friendly Design Elements
Rustic Repurposed Lamps
This Lamp Features Repurposed Materials for a Vintage Look
Sleek Wool Sneakers
These Cozy Kicks are Perfect for Cooler Temperatures
Recycled Denim Collections
Close the Loop by H&M Offers Chic Jeans Made From Reclaimed Clothing
Charcoal-Based Shampoos
This Unique Hair Care Product is Made from White Charcoal Powder
Rugged Gentleman Editorials
Mark Vanderloo Stars in Gentleman Mexico Magazine's Seaside Exclusive
Elevated Treetop Campsites
Kevin Hirth's New Colorado Campsite Features a Cloud-Shaped Platform
Upcycled Ocean Trash Sneakers
These Stylish Kicks are Made Entirely Out of Ocean Plastic Trash
Luxury Canine-Subscription Services
This Subscription Service Delivers High-Quality Pet Food
Sustainable Swimwear
Speedo & Aquafil Created the World's First Swimwear Recycling Program
Infinitely Recyclable Apparel
These Hip Clothes are Made from Ocean Trash and Other Plastic Waste
Custom Intergalactic Sneakers
These Shoes are Personalized by Star Wars: The Force Awakens Images
Smart Sensor Socks
Sensoria's Textile Sensor Technology Monitors Performance and Accuracy
Canvas Beer Carriers
This Eco-Friendly Beer Carrier Transports a 6-Pack with Ease
Self-Cooling Dress Shirts
The 'Khuul Thread Shirt' Helps Control the Climate Around Your Skin
Ocean-Cleaning Eco Apparel
The 'Sponge Suit' Helps Clean the Ocean One Stroke at a Time
Luminous Electric Apparel
Lunative's Nighttime Jackets are Battery-Operated to Keep Wearers Safe
Upcycled Fast Fashion Lines
This H&M Fashion Collection is Made Out of Recycled Apparel
Moisture-Wicking Bras
This High-Tech Bra Helps Prevent Sweating by Cooling the Wearer
Meal-Replacement Juices
The Sam Lives! Juice Beverages are Packed with Nutrients and Flavor
Recycled Catalogue Pillows
The Newest IKEA Pillow Features Recycled Paper Filling
Electronic Inked Apparel
Versatile Conductive Ink Was Developed for High End Electronic Apparel
Carbon Fiber Shoes
Silvia Fado Combines Fashion and Technology in This 3D-Printed Shoe
Pest Repellent Pet Sweaters
The Insect Shield Line for Pets Includes Sweaters, Bandanas & Beds
Wine Removal Sprays
This Handy Wine Removing Spray Works on Multiple Fabric Surfaces
Dotted Slipper DIYs
Alyssa & Carla's Upcycled Slippers are Inexpensive and Elegant
Digital Diet Guides
The Food Matters Platform Creates a Three Day Detox System for Users
Cylindrical Yoga Props
Dharma Yoga Wheel's Back-opening Prop Gently Relieves Tightness and Injury
6-Pack Bicycle Carriers
United by Blue's Device Makes It Possible to Handle Bikes and Beer at Once
Reversible Carbon Fiber Chairs
The RV1 Chair is a Carbon Fiber Design That Mimics Space Age Decor
Cork Print Skate Sneakers
The Classic Vans Low Top Gets a Cork Print Makeover
Personal Data-Based Clothing
This Personalized Clothing Allows You to Promote a Unique Identity
Touchscreen Clothing
Project Jacquard is Envisioning Clothing Made With Smart Yarn
2D Gamer Bags
The Wana-B-Mo Cartoon Bag Portrays Gamer Style Through a Deceiving Design
Vibrantly Scribbled Sneakers
These Adidas Originals Stan Smiths Feature Multicolored Doodles
Premium Yarn Branding
This Example of Wool Packaging Focuses on the Quality of the Product
Topographic Cork Coasters
The 'Topo Coaster' Pays Tribute to the American Landscape
Trash Take-Out Services
This Waste Collection Subscription Take Your Garbage Cans Out For You
Inlusive Disability Jeans
'Alter Ur Ego' Makes Adaptable Jeans for Women in Wheelchairs
Naturalistic Furniture Collections
IKEA's 'SINNERLIG' Collection Uses Materials Found in Nature
Virtual Veterinarian Apps
The PawSquad App Acts like a Vet Skype to Aid with Pet Healthcare
Plant-Based Eco Plastics
This Sustainable Polymer is Made From Carrot Fibres
Opulent Sheepskin Bean Bags
These Contemporary Bean Chairs are Stylish Enough for Any Living Room
Multi-Size Clothing Collections
Custom Sized Clothes from Slantt are Available in 75 Sizes
3D-Printed Knit Sneakers
These Kicks Made From Polymer Yarn are Completely Recyclable
Meaningful Basketball Shoes
The 'D Rose 6' Celebrate's Derrick Rose's Journey Back to Health
Weather-Resistant Hijabs
This High-Tech Veil is Heat Resistant & Waterproof
Denim-Insulated Homes
This Innovative Housing Project is Using Old Jeans to Insulate New Homes
Bold Bohemian Activewear
The New Activewear Line from Mara Hoffman Features Bold Colors and Prints
Sweet Focaccia Recipes
This Homemade Focaccia Features Maple Rhubarb and Other Ingredients
Valentine's Day Vitamin Candies
Surf Sweets' Organic Fruity Hearts are a Source of Vitamin C
Can Can-Inspired Sneakers
The Sneakerness Paris Red Low Tops Were Inspired by Moulin Rouge
Circulation-Boosting Hosiery
These Foot-Warming Bed Socks are Made from a Synthetic Textile Blend
Health-Tracking Designer Shirts
This Ralph Lauren Shirt Tracks Workout Progress and Health
Miniature Modular Kitchens
This Ad Shows How Easy It is to Create a Custom IKEA Modular Kitchen
Carbon Fiber Playing Cards
These Kevlar Playing Cards Resist Rips and Tears
Deathly Wearable Campaigns
The Mount Pleasant Group's Funeral Home Ad Mocks Wearable Devices
Sporty Blogger Apparel
Fitness Blogger Adrianne Ho is Debuting a Sultry Sportswear Collection
Recycled Wool Footwear
Sierra Club's Eco-Friendly Socks Are Made With Repurposed Materials
Eco Ski Socks
Teco's Merino Wool Socks Feature Light Cushioning
Indulgent Caramel Desserts
The Latest Frozen Treat from Dairy Queen Features Mini Rolos
Convenient Amputee Apparel
The Amped Up Clothing Line Aims to Change the Lives of Disabled People
Superstar Sneaker Ads
This Adidas Ad Promotes the Superstar Collection with Six Unique Celebrities
Playfully Packaged Trash Cans
The ImagoBox Project Covers City Benches & Trash Bins with Animation
Wrought Iron-Inspired Wallets
Paul Smith's Patterned Wallets Reflect His Store's Architecture
Upcycled Edamame Packages
These Healthy Snacks are Packaged Using Recycled Paper & Edamame Pods