Meditations on Hemp
Men’s wear in 2020: sustainable and trendy
It’s that time of year again when the chilly season around you makes it hard to decide if you should put on another sweater or swap the cap for a beanie (newsflash > we have some really cool ones on
What does sustainable fashion mean in 2020?
What does sustainable fashion mean in 2020? For a lot of people, sustainable fashion equals eco-fashion. We believe that this is a very limited association and that it can be broader. The subject of sustainability in fashion is a very
Cotton or Hemp? The eternal question
Cotton is a well known and popular staple. It makes up the majority of clothes in anyone’s closet, and for good reason. The fabric is cheap, widely available, and most people would say comfortable. It can be made
A true urban classic collection
Inspired by the fable of The Ant and the Grasshopper, we worked all summer to come out with a new collection that still respects our mission of making old new again. But this time our inspiration took a different turn
Jose and Elizabeth’s Wedding
Jose and Elizabeth are like two subatomic particles that were looking to reconnect ever since the Big Bang. They succeeded it on November 23, 2019, in Puerto Rico. Their story is inspiring, their love is genuine. Jose is rebel, a
Count Dracula in Hemp Clothing
Because we handcraft each suit from scratch, here in Transylvania, we are frequently asked: ”Is it true that vampires sew your hemp suits? Because I want to get what Dracula wears!” Well, of course! The bloody legend is one of
Romanian Hemp vs Chinese Hemp
There’s a viral post going around these days regarding an American clothing brand that ”found a way to make hemp feel like cotton”. I feel like sharing some thoughts on this. To start with, you do not want your hemp
Morning Thought
It’s a continuous source of awe for me and I find it absolutely ridiculous how people prefer purchasing products that have a hemp leaf or tag on them, when in reality they’re made out of a mix of hemp, cotton,
Romanian Hemp Suits – Fan Video
Some months ago I had the privilege of having a beautiful conversation with Mr. Riel Roussopoulos from Canada. This knowledgeable gentleman was genuinely curious about our hemp processing technology and showed sympathy for our cause. Some weeks later, he decided to create
Soviet STB Machinery Weaving Pure Hemp Fibers (Romania, 2020)
We salute all of you, modern and noble ”social bandits” during these strange times! In what seems to be a classical Robin Hood tale – essentially a peasant rebellion against landlords and other usurers, nowadays called Trumpism and right-wing populism
