As much as I love wool, there are definitely times when I can do without the itchiness. Enter the Organic Cotton Sweater from Germany’s Hessnatur. Handcrafted in a Fair Trade certified factory in Turkey from low-impact dye treated 100% organic cotton, the sweater offers all the warmth of wool, but with an infinitely softer hand (also, could it be more socially responsible?)(a Friends reference? really?). Details include raglan sleeves, tall button-up collar, and ribbed cuffs and hem. Read More »

Why should I buy the Waxed Jacket from Hessnatur instead of one from a certain iconic British maker, you ask? Well, for one, the Hessnatur jacket is made from 100% organic cotton, and treated with all-natural beeswax, so it’s a lot more earth-friendly. Two, it’s cut and sewn in a certified Fair Trade factory in the EU, so you know the people that made it are well treated and paid an equitable wage. Three, its plaid liner is made from 100% virgin wool instead of cotton, so it’s warmer. And four, the Hessnatur jacket costs almost $100 less. Read More »

I kind of wish hessnatur had better branding. I realize that might seem a little snobbish of me to say, but I sometimes think the co.’s website actually detracts from the clothes. The thing is, there really is no other label offering sustainable apparel that’s as affordable and well-designed as theirs. But, you have to be able (willing) to look past the sloganeering and cheesy model shots to see it. So, hopefully this post will help you to do that. Read More »