Simplifyber secures series A funding for fully biodegradable garments
Simplifyber, a New York-based material innovation startup, has raised Series A funding to advance its groundbreaking approach to sustainable garment production. The company develops fully biodegradable, molded garments using liquid cellulose derived from wood pulp—bypassing traditional cut-and-sew processes entirely.
The funding round, led by At One Ventures with participation from H&M Group Ventures and Techstars, underscores growing investor confidence in next-gen textile solutions. Simplifyber plans to use the capital to scale its proprietary fiber-molding technology, expand its production capacity, and enter new market segments.
Unlike conventional garments, Simplifyber’s products are formed in three-dimensional molds, reducing material waste by up to 60% and eliminating microplastic shedding. The materials are compostable at end-of-life and consume significantly less water than cotton or synthetic blends.
The startup is currently piloting apparel lines with select fashion and athletic brands and expects to roll out co-branded products by early 2026. Industry observers have noted Simplifyber’s potential to disrupt not only fashion but also packaging and home textiles.
CEO Maria McManus stated, “Our mission is to transform manufacturing from a waste-heavy, toxic process to a regenerative, nature-based system.” With consumer demand for biodegradable and ethically sourced apparel growing, Simplifyber’s innovation could mark a turning point in how fashion is made.
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