Where Does Fleece Come from?

What is Fleece Made of? Typically, fleece is made from polyester. Fine polyester fibers are woven into a light fabric and then brushed to results in a thick fabric. Occasionally other natural fibers are woven into the material such as wool, hemp or rayon to create a distinct texture or vibrancy of the fabric.

Does fleece come from animals?

Although it takes the name of the woolly covering of sheep and feels like it somehow, fleece is made of polyester, a 100% cruelty-free material. Theoretically, since no animals are involved, fleece is considered a vegan fabric.

What is fleece made from?

Usually, though, the cosy fabric we call 'fleece' is actually made from polyester. Plastic might not be your first thought when you're cuddling up in a warm fleece, but that's exactly what polyester is. It's the same material that's used to make plastic bottles, and it's used in a lot of clothes.