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As the old saying goes: the bluer the blood, the redder the pants (that’s not actually a saying). These Twisted Twill Chinos from Knowledge are made in Scandinavia out of 100% organic cotton. Cut slim, and coming in a Skittles-bag-worth of go-to-hell hues, the trousers are like a weekend trip to Martha’s Vineyard for your legs, only without all the insufferable white people. Read More
The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.
Welcome to the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Like the 40 Under $40 guide from last year, and the 25 Under $25 guide from the year before that, the following is a collection of goods that are not only affordable and US / first-world made, but also offer some utility, and will last. Hopefully it’ll help you cross a few people off your shopping list. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season.
Welcome to the 2012 Well Spent Holiday Gift Guide. Like the 40 Under $40 guide from last year, and the 25 Under $25 guide from the year before that, the following is a collection of goods that are not only affordable and US / first-world made, but also offer some utility, and will last. I’ll be posting 10 products a day for the next five days, so keep checking back. Here’s to a healthy and sane holiday season. Read More
If there’s one thing you can count on Scandinavians for, aside from blonde hair, blue eyes and terrifying music, it’s great cold weather wear. After all, the average Scandinavian winter is something like 14 months long [ed note: statement not fact checked]; ample time to master the art of staying warm yet stylish. Read More
A: A handsome way to layer-up, without actually layering. Q: What are the Double Layer Shirts from Knowledge Cotton Apparel? Responsibly made in Scandinavia from 100% organic cotton, the DLSs offer the warmth and comfort of two shirts, in one slim-fit package. Details include a bias cut chest pocket, button-down collar and surprisingly economical price. Read More
A round-up of Fall-friendly henleys that can be worn under, over or on their own.
Like having your cake and eating it too? Then these Galtza Pants from TWOTHIRDS should be right up your alley. The cake: they fit well, they’re solidly constructed and they’re decently priced. The eating it too: they’re 100% organic, they’re ethically made in Turkey, and a portion of profits are donated to charity. Read More
After this summer’s rash of heat waves, I know I’m not alone in eagerly awaiting the arrival of cooler weather. And, I’m pretty sure I also won’t be alone in wanting the Markus Knit Sweater from Knowledge on my back when it gets here. Made in Scandinavia from butter-soft 100% organic cotton, the shawl collared Markus is as decadently comfortable as it well made, and a great looking layer to take you from this season to the next (and to the one after that too). Read More
By Nick Grant
Hey dude! Yeah you. Come take a trip with us. A trip over to Jungmaven’s Tie Dye Hemp Shirts that is. Made in the USA from a blend of hemp and organic cotton, the tees will have you looking and feeling all sorts of psychedilic, without breaking the law. Read More
Between having no American stockists, and receiving almost no mentions in the American press, it’s understandable if you aren’t familiar with Denmark’s Knowledge Cotton Apparel. That said, I can tell you from my own experience they’re well worth getting acquainted with. Not only do their pieces fit and look great, they’re also made in the EU and entirely from organic cotton (remember that stuff?). Read More
Rounding-up the best eco / ethical kicks to take you from this season to the next.
I was going to make Hickoree’s Summer Sale this week’s Friday Find, but then I realized there wouldn’t be anything left by then, so you’re getting the heads-up today. Don’t say I never did anything for ya. Tons of brands, plenty of sizes, and markdowns as high as 70%. Looks like the weekend’s come early. Read More
Four things to know about the 420 Organic Tees from Anvil. 1) They’re responsibly made in South America from low-impact dye treated 100% organic cotton jersey. 2) They’re tubular, instead of side-stitched, so you don’t have to worry about them getting twisted in the wash. 3) They come in 17 colors. 4) They cost a little over $11 with shipping. Read More
The Mediterranée Sneakers from France’s Veja are made in a FLO-Cert and EcoLabel certified factory in Brazil out of Fair Trade certified, 100% organic cotton, and sustainably harvested Amazonian rubber (all good things, I assure you). Designed to be a “hybrid between a boat shoe, a plimsoll sneaker, and an espadrille” the Mediterranées have summer style in spades, and an eco pedigree even the most granola can get behind. Read More
The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.
Reader John recently wrote:
“Underwear? That’s probably tricky to write about in an informed way, since most of us just choose one style of underpants and go with it. However, have you given any thought to posting about ethical/sturdy underwear?”
I hadn’t thought about it. But for you John, anything. Some suggestions after the jump.
The moderately and (very) immoderately priced goods that I’d rather spend it on this month.
