Polyester was the villain for melting in gyms, now it's the hero for surviving your washing machine. Character development.
Polyester: From gym shame to global villain
The Guardian explores how polyester became fashion's most reviled fabric, blamed for Shein's waste and microplastic pollution, yet still dominates global clothing production due to its cheapness and durability.
Source: Polyester: From gym shame to global villain — The Guardian
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