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This Earth Day we celebrate courage to change

Posted by Rose on 20th Apr 2017

Sustainable clothing is just one part of the move toward a healthier planet. Rose Gerstner is the founder of Sympatico, an artisanal clothing business in Oregon. She is committed to making apparel … read more

The independent spirit of outdoor vendors

Posted by Rose on 9th Mar 2017

An advocate for locally made clothing, Rose Gerstner is the founder of Sympatico, an artisan-made clothing company. She regularly blogs about sustainable fashion and natural fiber clothes. As a … read more

Look great in our Princess Top and Flip Skirt!

Posted by Rose on 17th Nov 2016

Sustainable women’s hemp clothing like this Tencel top and hemp skirt make for stylish looks while protecting the planet. The Princess Top is a perennial bestseller here at Sympatico. That’s … read more

What are Classic Colors? Sympatico takes a holiday

Posted by Rose on 1st Nov 2016

Sympatico's Classic Colors are perennial favorites As the founder of the sustainable fashion brand Sympatico Clothing, I try to always take the long-range view when it comes to deciding on new desi … read more

Clothing as Art, not Stuff

Posted by Rose on 14th Jun 2016

Ethical clothing embraces many of the qualities found in folk styles and traditional garments As a sustainable clothing maker, I’m often inspired by traditional dress. Though the term “slow fashio … 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.