Sustainability in fashion and apparels : challenges and solutions

Intro -- SUSTAINABILITY INFASHION AND APPARELS -- Contents -- Preface -- Chapter 1 -- Eco-testing of textiles -- 1.1 Introduction -- 1.2 Eco-testing -- 1.3 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 2 -- A study of natural dyeing in sustainable product development -- 2.1 Introduction -- 2.2 Advantages of natural dyes/colourants -- 2.3 Classification of natural dyes/colorants -- 2.4 Types of textiles suitable for dyeing -- 2.5 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 3 -- Application of vetiver extract on cotton fabric for developing healthcare products -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 Materials and methods -- 3.3 Results and discussion -- 3.4 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 4 -- Bio-polymers derived from renewable plant sources -- 4.1 Introduction -- 4.2 Manufacturing of polytrimethylene terephthalate -- 4.3 Features of polytrimethylene terephthalate -- 4.4 Applications of PTT -- 4.5 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 5 -- Design and development of eco-friendly nebuliser face mask -- 5.1 Introduction -- 5.2 Methodology -- 5.3 Results and discussion -- 5.4 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 6 -- Development of green composites -- 6.1 Introduction -- 6.2 Natural/Bio-fibres may be classified in two broad categories -- 6.3 Development of jute and coir reinforced composites -- 6.4 Conclusion -- References -- Chapter 7 -- Textile recycling â creating a new industry -- 7.1 Introduction -- 7.2 Reason for recycling -- 7.3 Benefits of recycling -- Reference -- Chapter 8 -- The rise of sustainability in textile manufacturing life cycle -- 8.1 Introduction -- 8.2 Environmental sustainability -- 8.3 Sustainable clothing -- 8.4 Sustainable apparel coalition and higg index tool -- 8.5 Environmental impact of textiles apparel products -- 8.6 Technical issues for apparel products sustainability improvement