Artisanship arises in surprising ways; this Ghanaian photographer/stylist focuses his lens on upcycled fashion crafted from cast-offs. Read more on our blog. Photo credits: Sackitey…

In its promotion of throw away culture, fast fashion would have the concept of clothing care and maintenance lost to time. The new or re-emerging wave of fashion — whether you call it ‘slow,’ ‘sustainable,’ ‘mindful,’ ‘ethical,’ or otherwise — challenges this notion by asserting that the sustainability mindset is rooted in seeing our actions and ecologies as interconnected.

As an artisan, I run Sympatico largely on my own terms. Artisanship arises in surprising ways; in this blog we discuss Ghanaian photographer/stylist Sackitey Tesa who focuses his lens on upcycled fashion crafted from cast-offs.

Sympatico's Princess Top ($116), features gentle princess seams in front and back that enhance shape without sacrificing comfort. As with all our women’s hemp Tencel clothing, its handcrafted in the US for genuine sustainability.

Hemp is not only less costly to produce and process but it is also much more environmentally friendly than other sustainable options, such as organic cotton and linen. Learn more reasons why it's a great fiber in this article on our blog. | Sympatico Clothing | #sustainable #hemp #ethicalfashion #ecofriendlyliving #minimalismlifestyle

While many lives have been upended by the pandemic, here in rural Oregon, our routines remain largely unchanged. Learn more about what goes on behind the scenes of my sustainable home-based clothing business in this article. | Sympatico Clothing | #sustainable #hemp #ethicalfashion #ecofriendlyliving #minimalismlifestyle

Locally made clothing embodies the principles of sustainability. Want to know how? On our blog: five brilliant reasons to shop local.

Fast fashion is toxic. We need straight talk about why it's harmful. Here are 5. | Sustainability | How fast fashion harms the environment. | Sustainability in the fashion industry

As a key component in a capsule wardrobe, the Angled Skirt ($116) of hemp and Tencel is artisan-made to endure. A sustainably made and versatile hemp skirt, it’s easy to wear and care for. Learn more on the Sympatico blog.

Our women’s Cropped Pants ($107) breathe and travel easily thanks to classic, easy-fit lines and an elastic waist. See more Sympatico colors and styles on our website.

Questions to Ask Yourself to Shop Ethically

Why The Color 'Natural' Is Truly Natural When It Comes To Fabric | The color of Natural can vary a fair bit. Hemp is a crop that depends on nature’s variables including soil, sun and rain, as are the eucalyptus trees that make Tencel. | Sustainable fiber

How Does Sustainable Clothing Benefit The Environment? | Sustainable clothing designs must work for everyone: the earth, the workers who make it, and of course, the consumers who wear it. But what what is it that makes clothing truly sustainable? | #ethic

Why The Color 'Natural' Is Truly Natural When It Comes To Fabric | The color of Natural can vary a fair bit. Hemp is a crop that depends on nature’s variables including soil, sun and rain, as are the eucalyptus trees that make Tencel. | Sustainable fiber

On the blog - an artisan-made hemp top that's versatile, easy fit and easy to wear. . . and one-of-a-kind shibori scarves. | Sympatico Clothing |

Paprika Tuxedo top by Sympatico Clothing of a hemp, Tencel blend.