
Episode #183
FittBite Episode 312: Is Polyester Actually Bad For You? (A Designer Answers)
In today's FittBite, we break down whether polyester is actually bad for you, and where the truth sits between the hero and the villain story you see online. This FittBite covers why around 59% of apparel items are polyester and cotton sits at 17%, why gym clothing depends on moisture wicking, why polyester holds on to odor even after washing, the microplastics released in a 6 kg wash, how cold water and fewer washes help, and why not all polyester is created equal. Tune in to learn how to weigh performance against comfort and a natural feel, whether you are buying your next legging or building your own brand. Book a 1 on 1 with our host, Shadi for personalized advice on how to create and grow your fashion business: https://www.fittdesign.com/services/consultation Design your own collection with our instantly downloadable factory ready tech pack templates: FittDesign Tech Pack Templates Follow our host on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shadiadada/ https://www.instagram.com/fittdesign/ Got any other questions, email us for an instant response at: studio@fittdesign.com Subscribe to our weekly fashion design podcast (New episodes every Thursday at 4pm CST): https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-fittdesign-podcast/id1454410683 Visit our website: https://www.fittdesign.com/ Follow us on: https://www.linkedin.com/company/fittdesign/ https://www.facebook.com/fittdesign https://www.pinterest.com/fittdesign/ https://www.behance.net/fittdesign ...

