BBC Inside Science What will we be wearing in the future?
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Sep 11, 2025 
Mark Miodownik, a professor of Materials & Society, and Jane Wood, a textile technology expert, explore the future of fashion. They discuss the science behind everyday clothing, emphasizing sustainability and innovative materials. From kombucha leather to fabrics that adapt to activity and temperature, the conversation highlights eco-friendly alternatives to traditional textiles. They also delve into the role of biomimicry and 3D printing in transforming the fashion industry, advocating for consumer awareness of environmental costs in clothing production.
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Biomimicry In Swimwear
- Nature offers evolved materials with specialised functions that inspire design.
- Anna Ploszajski suggests fish or shark skin biomimicry influenced elite swimsuits and future swimwear.
Bespoke 3D-Printed Fabrics
- 3D printing can create bespoke, chainmail-like fabrics printed from digital scans.
- Mark Miodownik demonstrates one-piece printed garments with graded stiffness and drape.
Embed Tech For Mobility Support
- Use printed fabrics to embed sensors and actuators for mobility support.
- Mark Miodownik proposes garments that sense movement and assist impaired limbs discreetly.
