Author: Teresa Hartford

In December 2018, leaders in the fashion industry worked together at COP24 in Katowice, Poland, under the auspices of the UN Climate Change, to identify ways in which the textile and clothing manufacturing industries could collectively move towards a more holistic commitment to climate change. They created the Fashion Industry Charter for Climate Action which […]

By Teresa Hartford Icebreaker has always looked to nature for the solutions—nature is an unending source of innovation and adaptation—and relentlessly searches for better, more sustainable solutions to continuously improve where they can. As pioneers of natural performance clothing, Icebreaker set out to offer something different in the outdoor industry—clothes to wear in nature that […]

Beatrice Sangster-Bullers used a mixture of sustainable materials including Singtex, made from coffee grounds, (Singtex presented the brand’s technology at last month’s OR Summer Market) and SympaTex reclaimed nylon—an alternative to Goretex—to create an apparel collection integrating artificial intelligence into garments. Beatrice’s collection called The Order of The Singularity, showcases how smart materials can be […]

By Teresa Hartford John Kirsch believes that sustainable style begins with the right fabrics. Organically grown cotton is the primary fiber found in the Aventura and Ecōths clothing lines with the aim of “helping the Earth, one garment at a time.” The brands are sister/brother to the Sportif label started in 1969 by John’s Father, […]

By Teresa Hartford Looking at the landscape and being stewards of the environment, Wigwam has always been forward-thinking in the steps they have taken to be conscious of the company’s footprint on the environment—sourcing yarns from domestic spinners, using solar power and the energy harvested for water processing in manufacturing, plant-based yarn dyes that are […]

By Teresa Hartford A true American dream story. The Irvani family founded Okabashi after coming to the United States in 1981. Inspired by Japanese concepts of reflexology and design, Bahman Irvani, pictured right with his daughter Sara, saw the opportunity to create a shoe that promotes foot health and wellness. In 2017, Sara, in the […]

By Teresa Hartford Andrew Day was recently promoted from Senior Director of Product to Vice President and General Manager for Sierra Designs. Having started his career working for sister brand Kelty, he’s excited to lead the brand forward while paying homage to Sierra Designs heritage. We caught up with Andrew just before Outdoor Retailer last […]

The new Leatherman Free T2 and T4 tools feature eight to ten high-functioning tools that pack down to a portable size perfect for carrying wherever your adventure takes you. The pocket tool features Free’s signature design and the distinct click that tells you the tool is open, ready to go with a magnetic design that […]