PANGAIA designs and sells apparel made from bio‑based and recycled materials, such as bio‑nylon elastane, plant‑derived synthetics, algae pigments, and recycled‑fiber insulation. By integrating its in‑house material innovations into stylish, high‑performance clothing for men, women and children, the brand offers eco‑conscious consumers garments that lower carbon emissions, reduce waste, and avoid fossil‑based inputs.
Funding
$53.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
3OVEFounders
Product
Problem
Traditional apparel production relies heavily on fossil‑based fibers, virgin plastics, and resource‑intensive processes, resulting in high carbon emissions, textile waste, and chemical pollution. Consumers seeking stylish clothing often lack access to garments that combine performance, comfort, and genuine environmental stewardship.
Solution
PANGAIA addresses this gap by designing and manufacturing fashion pieces from next‑generation, bio‑based and recycled materials. The brand’s in‑house material lab creates alternatives such as bio‑nylon elastane blends, plant‑derived synthetics, algae‑based pigments, and fully recycled fibers, which are then incorporated into everyday apparel for men, women, and children. By selling these products directly through its online store, PANGAIA provides consumers with high‑performance clothing that reduces reliance on fossil resources, lowers lifecycle emissions, and promotes circularity while maintaining modern style and comfort.
Target Audience
Eco‑conscious consumers—including men, women, and families with children—who want stylish, high‑performance apparel that minimizes environmental impact.
Features
- (gaia)BioStretch: a bio‑nylon and elastane fabric that replaces fossil‑derived synthetics while delivering stretch, recovery, and breathability.
- AeoniQ™: a fully plant‑based synthetic material that offers the performance of traditional polyester without petroleum inputs.
- (gaia)PLNT Nylon: plant‑powered performance nylon for activewear, reducing fossil carbon footprint.
- Algae Ink™: a bio‑based pigment derived from algae, eliminating conventional petrochemical dyes.
- MIRUM® leather alternative: 100 % bio‑based, animal‑free leather used in bags and accessories.
- FLWRDWN™: recycled‑fiber insulation created from textile waste, providing lightweight warmth without new material extraction.
- PPRMINT™ finish: plant‑derived peppermint‑oil treatment applied to organic cotton garments to inhibit odor‑causing bacteria and extend wear between washes.
- Fully recycled polyester (NuCycl®) and recycled cotton blends used across jackets, track pants, and hoodies to close material loops.