As the hopes and prayers of the green lobby continue to be answered around the world, UK-based Debenhams has entered the fray with the U.K.'s first biodegradable suit. Available for around $80, this new line in business suits is made of a combination of melted down plastic which is in woven into a durable polyester fabric. The product itself has been on sale in America for some time but Debenhams for one now feels that the UK is ready for its own specific range.
So what exactly can you expect from a biodegradable suit?
While there is no doubt there are massive green credentials with this new range of clothing many are suggesting that the stiffness caused by the recycled plastic will ensure the product never becomes mainstream. The polyester, combined with the plastic fibre, offers something of a rough texture which is not exactly what you'd expect for your everyday business clothing.
However, it has to be said that the technology itself is still very much in its early days and with developments in the future there is a possibility we could see a more consumer friendly, environmentally friendly and comfortable range of biodegradable clothing on offer in years to come. |
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