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Designing styles for my artisan-made collection, great fit and function are key requirements

Posted by Rose on 24th Jul 2021

Well-chosen design elements add to both visual impact as well functional needs like freedom of movement. Years ago taking a design course, I vividly remember the instructor talking about “coffi … read more

Fashion shoppers are turning away from the trendy as they opt for classic styles

Posted by Rose on 12th Jul 2021

Artisan made clothing like the Sympatico collection is becoming more mainstream as consumers increasingly reject fast fashion. You may not consider yourself a trendsetter, but the reality is that … read more

Eco-friendly clothing is the solution to microfiber pollution

Posted by Rose on 18th Jun 2021

The good news is wearing eco-friendly clothing helps eliminate the problem. Rose Gerstner is the founder of Sympatico, a sustainable collection of eco-friendly hemp and Tencel skirts, tops, and … read more

Tencel clothing is far more earth-friendly than traditional rayon.

Posted by Rose on 9th Jun 2021

Conventional rayon production is an environmental mess, but many luxury brands keep using the stuff. Sympatico’s fabric blends eco-friendly Tencel rayon with hemp for ultimate comfort and susta … read more

When “new” matters

Posted by Rose on 5th Jun 2021

This sustainable clothing maker takes a more nuanced look at the positive aspects of newness. Anastacia in a Paprika Princess Top and Grey Fog Flip Skirt . How do you fee … 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.