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a few more fair spring faves

3/13/2017

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New spring collections emerge day by day...and these shine bright because they involve fair origins! While the weather fluctuates between spring blossoms + winter snow, we can dream of the days when it's just a little bit more dependable. The sun will kiss our arms again someday soon...so dream I will.  :) Here are a few more of my fair favorites for spring:

Doen values women + their stories. They carefully select women owned manufacturers. Doen is influenced by the best of 70s fashion (no brown corduroy here) + this dreamy top is a no exception.

Osei-Duro makes their textiles + garments in Ghana, India, + Peru respecting the rights + aesthetics of the makers. I would love to wear this dress loose with a pair of those No6 beauties (or trainers) as soon as the weather warms up.

Miranda Bennett specializes in plant dyed, made in the USA garments. They are currently partnering with a manufacturer empowering refugee women through fair wage employment. This collaboration with Alyson Fox is perfection.

​Esby creates their simple shapes in Los Angeles + Dallas. This breezy shirtdress is the ultimate in one-piece dressing.

No 6's amazing footwear + clothing are made in the USA + Peru. I have thought about last year's navy version of these shoes since last spring.

Modaspia creates beautiful classic shapes in Oakland, California. I would wear this jacket all buttoned up as a top for a put together look. It would also be a great layer over jumpsuits and dresses.

Zero Waste Daniel's one of a kind creations are made from textile waste in NYC. This oh-so-versatile sweatshirt is made from organic cotton.

All pictures are the designers' own. Visit their sites to see the rest of their spring collections.

Love, 
Jane
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Julie link
3/13/2017 02:58:29 pm

I'm in love with everything on the Doen site. I'm curious if you've run across any sewing patterns for jumpers? I love so many that I've seen offered by ethical clothing companies, but I'd love to make my own (and save a few pennies in the process). Let me know if you have any suggestions. Thanks!

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Jane link
3/13/2017 09:22:07 pm

I'm in love with Doen too! Are you looking for a jumper pattern...like a jumper dress...or a jumpsuit...or overalls? Let me know, because I can sure make some suggestions! :) Here are a few, but I'm not sure these are exactly what you had in mind.

All of the above are included in Marilla Walker's Roberts Collection
Pauline Alice has Turia Dungarees which are long + short overalls
Named Clothing has a few options: Ronja, Bly, + Helga
République du Chiffon has Danielle, Dominque, + Jackie
Salme has Playsuit
Butterick 6312 is pretty much the Miranda Bennett jumpsuit- (which I have made...along with Marilla Walkers jumpsuit)

Hope this helps. I've been planning a post about sewing versions of my spring favorites. But let me know if you had something else in mind! :)

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Julie link
3/14/2017 07:47:11 am

This is a great list! My favorites are the two you've made. I had forgotten we talked about the Robert's collection before. How does the Butterick pattern look without a belt? I'd love a loose fitting jumper that's not frumpy, if there is such a thing. Thanks for providing some direction!

Jane link
3/14/2017 12:43:12 pm

The jumpsuit I made with the Butterick pattern is the one I ended up making into my jacket. I do plan on making it again. It probably would look better with the belt, but I like the feel of not wearing one best too. I think Tor's version is really cute (for reference): http://snitches-get-stitches.blogspot.com/2016/06/cottoning-on.html

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