Harvard researchers created programmable knitted fabric that changes shape, acts as electronic switches, and could power the next generation of wearable technology.

Ever wonder why some outfits just look more polished and put-together than others? A lot of the time, it comes down to the ...

Knitting has come a long way from sweaters and blankets. Researchers at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and ...

Marking another milestone in the Cordura brand’s “50 for 50” anniversary campaign, Material ConneXion has voted in two new categories of high performance Cordura fabrics to its global innovation ...

Waxed fabrics first came on the slippery scene when European sailors discovered that wet sails performed better than dry sails. Applying fish oil (and eventually linseed oil) to the sailcloth resulted ...

The following is part of a series on brain-machine integration and biomechanical solutions to restore function to tissues damaged by disease, trauma, or time. This and the previous piece focus on ...

Discover the best pajama fabrics for every season. Compare silk, cotton, and bamboo pajamas to find the most comfortable ...

Someday our clothing may eavesdrop on the soundtrack of our lives, capturing the noises around and inside us. A new fiber acts as a microphone — picking up speech, rustling leaves and chirping birds — ...

Katherine Martinko is an expert in sustainable living. She holds a degree in English Literature and History from the University of Toronto. Every piece of clothing has an impact on the environment, ...

Colorful DIY fabric face masks. New research published by the American Chemical Society and conducted by University of Chicago scientists suggests that fabric type plays a role in filtration ...

Learn how fabric softener works, when to use it, and how it can enhance your laundry routine.