Sustainability in the Textile and Apparel Industries: Sustainable Textiles, Clothing Design and Repurposing (Sustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistry)

Part of theSustainable Textiles: Production, Processing, Manufacturing & Chemistrybook series(STPPMC)This series aims to address all issues related to sustainability throughthe lifecycles of textiles from manufacturing to consumer behaviorthrough sustainable disposal. Potential topics include but are notlimited to: Environmental Footprints of Textile manufacturing;Environmental Life Cycle Assessment of Textile production; Environmentalimpact models of Textiles and Clothing Supply Chain; Clothing SupplyChain Sustainability; Carbon, energy and water footprints of textileproducts and in the clothing manufacturing chain; Functional life andreusability of textile products; Biodegradable textile products and theassessment of biodegradability; Waste management in textile industry;Pollution abatement in textile sector; Recycled textile materials andthe evaluation of recycling; Consumer behavior in Sustainable Textiles;Eco-design in Clothing & Apparels; Sustainable polymers & fibersin Textiles; Sustainable waste water treatments in Textilemanufacturing; Sustainable Textile Chemicals in Textile manufacturing.Innovative fibres, processes, methods and technologies for Sustainabletextiles; Development of sustainable, eco-friendly textile products andprocesses; Environmental standards for textile industry; Modelling ofenvironmental impacts of textile products; Green Chemistry, cleantechnology and their applications to textiles and clothing sector;Eco-production of Apparels, Energy and Water Efficient textiles.Sustainable Smart textiles & polymers, Sustainable Nano fibers andTextiles; Sustainable Innovations in Textile Chemistry &Manufacturing; Circular Economy, Advances in Sustainable TextilesManufacturing; Sustainable Luxury & Craftsmanship; Zero WasteTextiles. Preface Contents Sustainable Textile Designs Made from Renewable Biodegradable Sustainable Natural Abaca Fibers Introduction Abaca Plant History of Abaca Plant Cultivation and Agriculture of Abaca Plant Abaca Leaf Fiber Production Methods Abaca Leaf Fiber Production with Retting Process Abaca Leaf Fiber Production with Mechanical Processes Gum Removal Process from Abaca Leaf Fibers Chemical Structure of Abaca Fiber Physical, Chemical, and Mechanical Properties of Abaca Fiber Contribution of Sustainable Abaca Fibers to Textile Design Textile Designs Made from Sustainable Abaca Fibers Conclusions References Analysis of Zero Waste Patternmaking Approaches for Application to Apparel Introduction Literature Review Apparel Industry Contributions to Environmental Problems Impact of Patternmaking on Production Waste Challenges Zero Waste Patternmaking Method Sample and Data Collection Analysis Method Stage 1: Content Analysis Stage 2: Patternmaking Technique Study and Application Findings Zero Waste Design Approaches and Relationship to Existing Patternmaking Frameworks Zero Waste Patternmaking Strategies Zero Waste Patternmaking Garment Outcomes Benefits of Zero Waste Patternmaking Approaches Challenges of Zero Waste Patternmaking Approaches Discussion and Implications Zero Waste Design Approaches and Relationship to Existing Patternmaking Frameworks Strategies Used to Avoid Fabric Waste in the Patternmaking and Apparel Design Process Garment Outcomes Achieved with Zero Waste Patternmaking Benefits of Zero Waste Patternmaking in the Apparel Manufacturing Process Challenges of Zero Waste Patternmaking in the Apparel Manufacturing Process Conclusions References Factors That Affect Sustainability in the Textile Design Industry in Kadoma, Zimbabwe Introduction Sustainable Approaches in the Textile Industry Recycling of Textiles Upcycling The Textile Industry in Zimbabwe Factors that Affect Sustainability in the Textile Design Industry in Kadoma Textile Resources Laws and Policies Cooperation Between Internal and External Functions The Current Practices in the Textile Design Industry Consumers’ Consumption Implementation of Sustainability Initiatives The Cost of Labour Textile Designing and Sustainability Approaches The Design Process Recommended Sustainable Textile Design Strategies Be Resourceful Collaborate Adaptation of Sustainable Initiatives Consumer Consumption Conclusion References Contributions to Sustainable Textile Design with Natural Raffia Palm Fibers Introduction Raffia Palm Plant and Cultivation Raffia Palm Fiber Production Methods Production of Raffia Palm Fibers with Mechanical Methods Production of Raffia Palm Fibers with Retting Method Gum Removal in Raffia Palm Fibers Physical and Chemical Structure of Raffia Palm Fibers Physical, Chemical, and Mechanical Properties of Raffia Palm Fibers Applications Areas of Raffia Palm Fibers Conclusion References Innovative Sustainable Apparel Design: Application of CAD and Redesign Process Introduction Background Textile Waste: Redesign in Upcycling Process Redesign Process and Framework Laser Etching and Cutting Pattern Digitizing and Digital Patternmaking Digital Textile Printing Applications of the Sustainable Design Framework Design Example 1 Material Collection, Extraction, and Concept CAD Application Design Example 2 Material Collection, Extraction, and Concept CAD Application Design Example 3 Material Collection, Extraction, and Concept CAD Application Conclusions Appendix References Bacteria Working to Create Sustainable Textile Materials and Textile Colorants Leading to Sustainable Textile Design Introduction Bacterial Cellulose and Its Application Areas Coloration with Bacterial Pigments Conclusion References Sustainable Clothing Designs for Fashion: Design Strategies and Its Implementation Possibilities Introduction Fashion and Sustainability Design, Designer, and Sustainability Sustainable Strategies for Fashion Design Design for Waste Minimization/Zero Waste Design for Disassembly (DfD) Design for Slower Consumption/Longevity Design for Social Well-being Design for User Participation (Co-Design) Design for Product/Service System (PSS) Design for End-of-Life (EoL) Strategies Direct Reuse Strategy for EoL Remanufacturing Strategy for EoL Repurposing Strategy for EoL Challenges in Implementing Sustainable Design Strategies Existing Sustainable Design Practices in the Fashion Industry: Case Studies Conclusions References Contribution of UV Technology to Sustainable Textile Production and Design Introduction Electromagnetic Waves and Electromagnetic Spectrum Ultraviolet Long-Wave UV (UV-A) Middle-Wave UV (UV-B) Short-Wave UV (UV-C) Vacuum UV History of Ultraviolet Usage Areas of Ultraviolet Technology Uses of Ultraviolet Technology in Textile Sector UV Technology Usage in Sustainable Process Design The Use of UV Technology in the Decolorization and Purification of Textile Wastewaters The Use of UV Technology as a Pretreatment and Surface Modification Process Prior to Coloration Processes UV Curing The Use of UV Technology to Prevent Pilling Problem Conclusions References Repurposing Design Process Introduction Background and Literature Review Fashion and Sustainability Repurposing Levels Purpose Repurposing Design Process Case Studies Section 1: Re-Style to Repurpose Re-Style to Repurpose Case Study Comparative Analysis Section 2: Subtractive Repurposing Subtractive Repurposing Case Study Comparative Analysis Section 3: Additive Repurposing Additive Repurposing Case Study Comparative Analysis Section 4: Intentional Patternmaking to Repurpose Intentional Patternmaking to Repurposing Case Study Comparative Analysis Cross-Case Analysis Suggestions to Advance “Repurposing” in the Future Conclusions Appendix A Key Terms and Definitions Appendix B External Resources to Learn More about Repurposing Appendix C Research Methods Applied on Case Studies Research Design Selection of Cases Data Collection Interpretation of Findings Appendix D Case Study Interview Protocol References Doodlage: Reinventing Fashion Via Sustainable Design Introduction Methodology Current State of Fashion Industry Transition toward Circular Economy: A Sustainable Future Circular Business Models for Sustainable Fashion Economy The Four Actions Sustainable Fashion Value (FASFV) Framework Eliminate “Single-Use” Economy Reduce Unethical Practices Create Collaboration and Innovation Raise Consumer Awareness The Four Actions Sustainable Fashion Value (FASFV) Framework: An Audit Instrument Doodlage (Case Company) Eliminate “Single-Use” Economy Reducing Unethical Practices Creating Collaboration and Innovation Raising Consumer Awareness Doodlage: Road Ahead Conclusion References Sustainability in Textile Design with Laser Technology Introduction Laser Laser Application Types in Textiles Laser Application as a Modification Process Cotton Fabrics Wool Fabrics Polyester Fabrics Polyamide Fabrics Glass Fabrics Application of Fabric Cutting and Engraving with Laser Fading Applications on Cotton Fabric with Laser Denim Fabric Design Applications with Laser Conclusions References University Intervention in Inculcating Design Practices for Sustainable Fashions Introduction Fast Fashion Industry and Sustainability Role of Educational Institutions Sustainable Design Strategies Design Strategies Implemented at Manipal Academy of Higher Education Project 1: Use Eco-Design (Design for low-Impact Materials and Processes) Project 2: Use of Waste from Cutting Room (Design for Efficient Use of Materials and Resources) Project 3: Use of Dead Stock Clothing Waste from Manufacturing (Design for Efficient Use of Materials and Resources) Project 4: Use Capsule Wardrobe (Design for Multifunction) End of Life Project 5: Use of Reconstruction Technique (Design for Reuse) Project 6: Use of Redesign Technique (Design for Reuse) Insight on the Sustainable Projects of Students Conclusions References Index This Book Is Part Of A Five-volume Series That Explores Sustainability In Textile Industry Practices Globally. Case Studies Are Provided That Cover The Theoretical And Practical Implications Of Sustainable Textile Issues, Including Environmental Footprints Of Textile Manufacturing, Consumer Behavior, Eco-design In Clothing And Apparels, Supply Chain Sustainability, The Chemistry Of Textile Manufacturing, Waste Management And Textile Economics. The Series Will Be Of Interest To Researchers, Engineers, Industrialists, R&d Managers And Students Working In Textile Chemistry, Economics, Materials Science, And Sustainable Consumption And Production. This Volume Discusses Novel Trends And Concepts In Sustainable Textile Design, Including Innovative Topics Such As Doodling And Upcycling In Clothing And Apparel Design For Sustainable Fashion Initiatives. Along With Strategies For Repurposing Fashion Sustainability, The Book Also Covers University Interventions For The Development Of Proper And Environmentally Friendly Design Practices. Specific Technologies Addressed Include Uv Applications, Laser Treatments For Dyeing, Refined Surface Design Techniques For Products Such As Leather. This book is part of a five-volume set that explores sustainability in textile industry practices globally. Case studies are provided that cover the theoretical and practical implications of sustainable textile issues, including environmental footprints of textile manufacturing, consumer behavior, eco-design in clothing and apparels, supply chain sustainability, the chemistry of textile manufacturing, waste management and textile economics. The set will be of interest to researchers, engineers, industrialists, R&D managers and students working in textile chemistry, economics, materials science, and sustainable consumption and production. This volume discusses novel trends and concepts in sustainable textile design, including innovative topics such as doodling and upcycling in clothing and apparel design for sustainable fashion initiatives. Along with strategies for repurposing fashion sustainability, the book also covers university interventions for the development of proper and environmentally friendly design practices. Specific technologies addressed include UV applications, laser treatments for dyeing, refined surface design techniques for products such as leather. This book is part of a five-volume set that explores sustainability in textile industry practices globally. Case studies are provided that cover the theoretical and practical implications of sustainable textile issues, including environmental footprints of textile manufacturing, consumer behavior, eco-design in clothing and apparels, supply chain sustainability, the chemistry of textile manufacturing, waste management and textile economics. The set will be of interest to researchers, engineers, industrialists, R & D managers and students working in textile chemistry, economics, materials science, and sustainable consumption and production. This volume discusses novel trends and concepts in sustainable textile design, including innovative topics such as doodling and upcycling in clothing and apparel design for sustainable fashion initiatives. Along with strategies for repurposing fashion sustainability, the book also covers university interventions for the development of proper and environmentally friendly design practices. Specific technologies addressed include UV applications, laser treatments for dyeing, refined surface design techniques for products such as leather