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Alternative materials – Luxury Memo special report

August 22, 2019

Bolt Threads is launching Mylo, a faux leather. Image courtesy of Bolt Threads

 

By Sarah Jones

Luxury has traditionally been associated with specific naturally derived materials such as leather and diamonds, but technology and changing attitudes are paving the way for manmade alternatives.

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