Sweating Proven to Save the Planet?

Athletes and Sportsmen Can Now Help Save the Planet by Sweating

Gramicci, the outdoor industry’s sole manufacturer of truly all natural, organic performance wear recently received confirmation the brand’s Natural Performance Technology (NPT)(TM) apparel performs as well, or better than, chemically-treated cottons or petroleum-based synthetics. Continue reading

Made in the USA: American Grown●Spun●Milled

As a textile designer, this next story is exciting. In this country we have lost way too many textile mills to overseas production, so the thought of bringing some manufacturing back to the United States and supporting the companies who sell their fabrics is thrilling. NearSea Naturals is your choice for organic and sustainable fabrics and notions, many produced locally. Continue reading

Eileen Fisher: Socially Responsible Designer

Eileen Fisher: Socially Conscious Designer

I would like to introduce you to Eileen Fisher, a socially conscious designer.  Prior to researching for this post, my perception of Eileen Fisher clothes was timeless dressing, an investment spend. I have to tell you, there is so much more to this designer. Continue reading