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Wouldn’t it be great if we “grew” hemp clothing here in the US?

Posted by Rose on 25th Mar 2021

The early US rollout of versatile and sustainable industrial hemp for has been fraught, but things are looking up. Although hemp has been grown and used by humans for thousands of years, its recen … read more

“Who Made My Clothes?" Consumers demand ethically made clothing

Posted by Rose on 18th Mar 2021

A building collapse in Bangladesh has led to improved transparency in the fashion industry The tragic 2013 collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh that killed 1134 apparel workers … read more

This artisan made clothing event funds domestic violence programs

Posted by Rose on 11th Mar 2021

For 2021, the RAGS Wearable Arts Sale moves online with an inspiring collection of artisanal clothing, jewelry, and accessories. I first became acquainted with the RAGS Wearable Art Sale a fe … read more

Clothing Style Tip: Dressing down can be a downer in the midst of covid

Posted by Rose on 5th Mar 2021

The styles and colors you wear can profoundly change your outlook for the better. We’ve all read about and laughed over tales of down-dressing in the time of covid. I’m sure you’ve seen the storie … read more

The difference between Sympatico’s Light Weight and Mid Weight hemp - Tencel clothing

Posted by Rose on 24th Feb 2021

They both have their specific advantages, but they a share a lot of advantages too. Shopping Sympatico’s website, you’ve probably come across styles offered in both Light Weight and Mid Weight hem … 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.