Do you ever find one of those brands that just seems to get you? Hey Gang is one of those for me. Straight leg jeans, overalls, tees, sweatshirts + a jacket...if they all magically fit me, I'd be just about set. These hardworking basics are all made in the USA out of natural fibers...mostly in Texas where Lauren designs them. Hey Gang also has a children's line. 

All lovely photos via Hey Gang. This + many other ethical brands are listed on the ethical brands page...for when you need them (because the most ethical clothing is already in your closet).

The Standard Stitch offers a beautiful selection of recycled + organic cotton tees, sweatshirts + joggers in sizes XSmall - 5X. These pieces are designed + made in Los Angeles...10.3 miles apart. Circularity, microplastics + ethical manufacturing are all issues that The Standard Stitch cares about + addresses with their current offerings. 

All images via The Standard Stitch. Find this + lots of other ethical brands over on our ethical brands page.

A few gathered thoughts of my dream autumn wardrobe:

• Is there anything better than autumn dressing? Light layers on sun-kissed skin.
• I feel like it might be a good idea to think about what I want to wear this autumn, before all of the enticing collections come out + sway me towards all of that eye candy rather than what I need.
• But also...the above eye candy. (sorry)
• Casual, hardworking basics are my staples, so I'm thinking jeans, slim 3/4 tees + sweatshirts for autumn.
• I'm embracing Matt's take on one year wear + choosing to love the high-waisted jeans I've been wearing every day since May. 
• Eventually, I might want to wear something a bit warmer than the short-sleeved tees I'm wearing now, so I'm thinking of the two Doen tees I bought last year. Adding a striped one might be nice.
• Slim sweatshirts...yes.
• Crunching leaves on tons of autumn walks call for leggings + layers.
• I'm definitely wearing what I already have + only thinking of filling in a few gaps.
• It's interesting to live into the less + less of "enough"...season by season.

All lovely photos via links.

Love,
Jane

It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of Jen Garrido's Jenny Pennywood! Her patterns + colors get me every time. They can be found scattered throughout my home + closet.  :) I love this new loungewear collection that is made in California out of hemp/organic cotton jersey. Jen loves the idea of patterns as basics + these pieces are pretty convincing examples of this concept. Jen's patterns don't "scream" in the way that some can which allows me to imagine wearing them over + over again for a long, long time. 

All images via Jenny Pennywood.

A few lovely items that would/do fit into my real life right now:

• a tiny bowl to replace the plastic case that holds my mouthguard 
• something light to wear out to pick strawberries for my breakfast before work
• anything flavored with taro
• a book for discovering
• one piece that would see me through these warming days
• a little truth for my bumper
• a speaker to make our favorite tunes portable

Hope your days are filled with sunshine + warm breezes!

Love,
Jane

I've been on the hunt for some good trainers for over a year now. My old trainers' soles are completely worn through in a number of places, so I feel good about replacing them. I tried a number of different pairs that just didn't work for a number of reasons. Finally, however, I've found my match. This new model from Veja is pretty great...so I thought I'd share.

I tried their previous trainers + they just didn't fit my foot very well. The knit uppers on these hug my feet better. They are comfy + supportive + of course they have all the eco-credentials + innovations Veja keeps coming through on. These shoes are mostly made from plant-based materials + recycled plastic bottles (in Brazil). 

I've replaced my completely worn through socks with these GOTS-certified, organic cotton, Pact socks. My old socks were the old version of these socks + they lasted for years. I really love these.

And...I am really enjoying these organic cotton, made-in-Los Angeles leggings from Mate. I have a pair of the shorts too. The weight of these is great for the warmer months + I've been wearing them happily + often both for exercising + for lounging. They are a great alternative to plastic leggings.  :)

Love,
​Jane

Today is over 80F + the bugs haven't come out in force quite yet. I've been dreaming of having two of these chaise lounges to move in + out of the shade. A peace towel would add a little extra cushioning. When the back rests are down, they could act like benches for all of us to eat outside.

I can imagine wearing this breezy white ensemble just anywhere + adding the sweatshirt when the evening gets cool. The diaphenous, Doen dress would be a lovely barely there layer for lounging in the backyard + could be tucked into pants or shorts as well (love a versatile piece). The Cydwoq sandals would go with everything I want to wear in warmer the months to come. Just dreaming.  :)

Hope you are enjoying a beautiful day where ever you find yourself.

All lovely photos via links.

Love,
Jane

No Nasties = fair-trade certified + 100% organic cotton
Carbon neutral product + packaging.
Apparently it can be that simple.

All lovely photos via No Nasties.

Lovely images via Elizabeth Suzann.

Love,
Jane

The Simple Folk makes GOTS certified, organic cotton clothing for babies, children + adults. Their pieces are made in Peru. GOTS certification comes with regular residue testing + on-site auditing/inspections throughout the supply chain, certifying not only that the cotton is organic + free from toxins, but also that working conditions include:

• ​no forced labor or child labor
• ​freedom to organize & bargain collectively
• ​safe, clean working environment
• ​living wages
• ​time off + no excessive hours
• ​​no discrimination

All lovely images via The Simple Folk.