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Just what is ethical clothing, anyway?

Posted by Rose on 8th Jul 2022

Figuring out whether or not clothes are ethically made involves discovering if the processes involved are beneficial for both people and the planet. I use an earth-friendly hemp and Tencel f … read more

Style tips: What to Wear to a Summer Wedding

Posted by Rose on 17th Jun 2022

At summer marriages, the smart guest dresses for the both the occasion and the setting. More casual wear has become the norm thanks to outdoor weddings. Tuxedo Top in Teal; Graphite Skir … read more

Hemp clothing made with US fibers still faces complex obstacles.

Posted by Rose on 8th Jun 2022

But progress is happening on the agricultural front with hemp for fiber being cultivated in the USA. Back in the late 80s my friendly fabric supplier, Lawrence Serbin, came upon some intriguing … read more

A long travel skirt makes sense in nearly any setting.

Posted by Rose on 3rd Jun 2022

This Travel Tale winner found her long travel skirt worked beautifully throughout Southeast Asia. Mandalay. I love how the syllables tumble effortlessly from our lips. When I was a kid, it was t … read more

Long days at the craft fair are made for peeling layers

Posted by Rose on 26th May 2022

Staying comfortable when the days’ temperature can swing 50 degrees calls for a little strategizing. A 10-hour craft fair day calls for lots of layers!At this time of year, when I head in to exhib … read more

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I blog about sustainable fashion, earth-friendly fibers like hemp and Tencel, capsule wardrobes, travel wear, and related subjects.