The magnificent riflebird has a striking appearance. Adult males of the species (Ptiloris magnificus) have iridescent, blue-green patches on their chests and heads. But, other than that, their bodies ...

A Cornell University team has created the darkest fabric ever made, inspired by the ultrablack plumage of the magnificent riflebird. By combining polydopamine dye with plasma-etched nanostructures, ...

Given its frou and flights of fancy, it’s easy to dismiss fashion as frivolous. This may be the case for some brands, but couture is a different story—one that involves hundreds of petites mains ...

Apr. 22 - Australian scientists are trying to change the face of fashion by turning animal waste into wearable fabric. They believe that chicken feathers can be turned into a biodegradable fiber from ...