Fischer Clothing

A former costume designer applies the farm-to-table approach to her made-in-NY apparel

Operating out of her apartment in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, Kristina Angelozzi is a firm believer in quality over quantity. Sewing since she was a child, she started her own label almost four years ago with the goal of “making sartorially classic, American-style clothing” that’s actually made in the US. Using timeless fabrics with structured, clean lines, Fischer Clothing offers modern, approachable apparel that blurs the line …

WE’VE BUILT

Lulan Artisans' founder Eve Blossom launches a community of designers, craftsmen and purchasers

Back in 2009, CH met with Eve Blossom to learn about her sustainable textile initiative, Lulan Artisans, for which she employed women in rural villages throughout Asia to produce high-quality products. Launched today, 24 September 2013, Blossom has expanded upon Lulan with WE’VE BUILT, an e-commerce community that partners designers with artisans and, ultimately, buyers. The site carries all types of global artisanal goods, and …

Three Sustainable Sunglasses

A look at the latest in plant-based, cotton bio-resin and bamboo shades

Few things are as guaranteed as losing your favorite pair of sunglasses. No matter how close you keep them, they never last forever. Aside from the disappointment, the problem creates unnecessary waste as well. To lessen the impact on the environment, many eyewear-makers are beginning to explore more sustainable materials—a practice CH greatly appreciates. From cotton and other plant-based resins to bamboo, the following are …