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Why can trying new things be so hard—and so liberating?

Posted by Rose on 27th Sep 2021

Your wardrobe may be focused around classic styles and truly functional clothing, but that doesn’t mean you can’t change things up to invigorate your outlook. Trying out new combinations or even t … read more

How to make your online and in-person shopping more sustainable

Posted by Rose on 16th Sep 2021

Shopping for sustainable clothing, or anything else for that matter, has planetary consequences. Here’s how you can minimize them. A recent study of purchasing patterns in five European countrie … read more

Mix it? Match it? The Sympatico color palette

Posted by Rose on 16th Sep 2021

My line of hemp and Tencel clothing takes dye wonderfully so carefully chosen shades offer maximum versatility. The basic concept of Sympatico’s color scheme is straightforward. Classic colors s … read more

Tencel's the "good rayon," but doesn't get respect

Posted by Rose on 8th Sep 2021

This eco-friendly fiber is a key element in creating Sympatico’s sustainable lineup of hemp and Tencel clothing for women. Even though it’s been around since the 1970s, I find Tencel is far les … read more

Clothing Style Tip: Six compelling reasons to choose neutrals

Posted by Rose on 1st Sep 2021

In creating capsule wardrobes women turn to neutral and natural shades for maximum versatility Something I learned long ago is that when it comes to color, there are really no rules that apply u … read more

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I blog about sustainable fashion, earth-friendly fibers like hemp and Tencel, capsule wardrobes, travel wear, and related subjects.