Goldwin and SPIBER work in collaboration to launch the world's first-ever knitted biomaterial clothing item. This plant-based biomass was sourced by SPIBER using its signature fermentation process. This is the background to the brand's classic Brewed Protein fabrication.
It is a biopolymer material that replicates a similar quality and feel to natural spider silk materials. Goldwin plays its role by blending this with cashmere and fine merino wool to make it more suitable for the Fall/Winter 2020 season. The stylistic elements reference a classic sky sweater made from soft twisted yarn and textured low gauge weave. This collective project nods to both brands' effort to reducing the fashion industry's petrochemical-based textiles and aim for more sustainable solutions.
Plant-Based Biomaterial Knitwear
Goldwin Taps SPIBER To Create the Inaugural Biomaterial Design
Trend Themes
1. Plant-based Biomaterial Clothing - The use of sustainable plant-based biomaterials to create clothing items offers an innovative solution in reducing the fashion industry's dependence on petrochemical-based textiles.
2. Fermentation-based Fabrication Process - The use of fermentation-based fabrication processes, like SPIBER's signature process, shows potential in creating biomaterials that mimic the quality and feel of natural materials for diverse applications.
3. Sustainable Fashion Industry - The drive towards creating sustainable solutions in the fashion industry offers an opportunity to innovate and create new, eco-friendly materials and products that meet consumer expectations.
Industry Implications
1. Apparel and Fashion - The apparel and fashion industry can leverage sustainable biomaterials to create innovative and eco-friendly clothing and fashion items that meet growing consumer demand.
2. Materials Science and Engineering - The materials science and engineering industry can explore new techniques and fabrication processes in creating sustainable biomaterials that can serve diverse applications.
3. Biotechnology and Sustainability - The biotechnology industry can contribute to the sustainability movement by developing innovative and eco-friendly solutions, such as fermentation-based fabrication processes, that can replace traditional petrochemical-based materials.