Bananatex® has designed its own Bananatex® Jersey, made from a compostable fabric derived from Abacá banana plants.

Bananatex® is a plastic-free, circular and compostable solution with the lowest possible environmental footprint made purely from naturally grown Abacá banana plants.

Cultivated in the Philippines within a natural ecosystem of sustainable mixed agriculture and forestry, the plant is self-sufficient, requiring no pesticides, fertiliser or extra water.

This project contributes to reforestation – while enhancing biodiversity and the economic prosperity of local farmers.

The Cradle to Cradle Certified® Bananatex® fabric has been developed further since its launch in 2018, resulting in new lightweight versions with a soft hand feel, such as the jersey, that open up new application possibilities, especially within apparel.

This project has been shortlisted in the material innovation category of Dezeen Awards 2023.

Studio: Bananatex®
Project: Bananatex® Jersey
Credits: Qwstion