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Is human hair a sustainable alternative for clothing fabric?

With the creation of CAPSEL, Meike Fleskens has set an example for alternative fashion. Human hair can be used as a sustainable fabric. As of now, hair is in most cases simply thrown away, even though this material is free, biodegradable and can be transformed into a beautiful sweater, scarf or hat. However, where do we place the emotional and cultural value that is attributed to hair?

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A story by Maura Martens.