Gucci Bamboo Sunglasses Made of Biodegradable “Liquid Wood”
Posted by pipercarterstudio on July 15, 2014 · Leave a Comment
by Veronica Crespi Looks like Gucci’s foray into sustainable eyewear was more than a passing fancy. After it debuted a line of bio-based frames synthesized from castor seeds, the Italian luxury house is poised to introduce the first-ever sunglasses made with “liquid wood.” The material, which Benetton currently uses for its hangers, combines wood fibers from sustainably managed forests, lignin from the paper-manufacturing process, … Continue reading →
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