"Otenya," the Spanish word for "protein" is the name of a new yarn collection from Ferney Spinning Mills and sister company Floreal Knitwear that uses Spiber's Brewed Protein fibers. These lab-grown, plant-based circular protein materials are made with a proprietary microbial fermentation process, creating a more sustainable alternative to popular choices like cashmere. These fibers address the need for animal-free, petrochemical-free fibers and a more ethical, sustainable fashion future.
This collection blends RWS (Responsible Wool Standard) certified ultrafine merino wool and Brewed Protein fibers, and Spiber is working with the global spinning mill and its sister knitwear company to create a 100% Brewed Protein yarn.
This knitwear launch is a noteworthy one since Ferney Spinning Mills is now the first international spinning mill to introduce yarn collections incorporating Brewed Protein fibers.
Alternative Fiber Knitwear
Otenya is a Yarn Collection Made from Spiber's Brewed Protein Fibers
Trend Themes
1. Lab-grown Protein Fibers - The use of Spiber's Brewed Protein fibers in yarn collections introduces a sustainable and animal-free alternative to traditional materials like cashmere.
2. Ethical and Sustainable Fashion - The incorporation of responsibly sourced merino wool and Brewed Protein fibers in knitwear promotes a more sustainable and ethical fashion future.
3. Circular Economy in Fashion - The development of a 100% Brewed Protein yarn by Ferney Spinning Mills demonstrates a move towards a circular economy in the fashion industry.
Industry Implications
1. Textile Manufacturing - The introduction of lab-grown protein fibers provides a disruptive innovation opportunity for textile manufacturers to create more sustainable and animal-friendly products.
2. Fashion and Apparel - The integration of responsibly sourced merino wool and Brewed Protein fibers opens doors for fashion and apparel brands to offer more ethical and sustainable clothing options.
3. Sustainable Material Development - The collaboration between Spiber, Ferney Spinning Mills, and Floreal Knitwear highlights an opportunity for companies in sustainable material development to explore new ways of creating eco-friendly fibers.