Anyone else been thinking about how climate change will impact the materials used in men’s clothing in the future? It truly seems like extreme weather events and resource scarcity are going to seriously disrupt traditional sources like cotton. We might see a bigger push towards more lasting and resilient materials.I’m curious about what alternatives will become more common. Will we see a bigger reliance on hemp, linen, or even lab-grown fabrics? Will the demand for durable, quick-drying, and UV-protective clothing increase as summers get hotter and more unpredictable? I’ve noticed some brands already using recycled materials more extensively, but how scalable are those processes really?
It’s not just about new materials either. What about how different dyes react in more humid or sun-intense environments? Will we see shifts in popular color palettes or dyeing techniques to adapt? Thinking long-term, what kind of clothing manufacturing infrastructure will we need to support these changes, and how will it impact the cost of clothes?