By Derek Markham, Source: Treehugger

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The people who brought us the Green Jean, which are made from recycled plastic water bottles and recycled cotton from the cutting room floor, are back with a new offering, and this time they aim to keep us warm with a jacket that promises “closed loop” manufacturing.

Dirt Ball Fashion’s “The 50” jacket is made entirely in the USA, from the zipper to the quilting, using 100% recycled materials, including polyester from about 50 post-consumer recycled plastic water bottles. This puffy winter coat could be a great way to keep warm, look stylish, and support the work of a company that’s been focused on American-made and recycled eco-friendly clothing and accessories since 2008.

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