Designers

Alternative Apparel encourages us to rethink our alternatives and reconsider the possibility of long life, happiness and prosperity for all people. Inspiring individuals to make a difference and share their authenticity with the world around them. Alternative Earth fabrics are manufactured with organic cotton, recycled polyester and man-made fibers derived from sustainable raw materials, as well as non-toxic dyes, biodegradable fabric softeners and natural enzymes for finishing.

Founded by a Paris native and based in San Francisco, CA, Amour Vert stands for the “Green Love” we should feel and express in our fashion choices. The collection offers casual to elegant styles that are high in quality and eco-friendly. Amour Vert’s collections prove that it is possible to be both fashionable and environmentally responsible.

AKSEL Paris menswear is based in San Francisco, CA and designed and made in Europe. Each AKSEL shirt is handmade in their atelier by gifted craftsmen and will guarantee you compliments from your comrades and your special someone. Specializing in slim fitting fine Egyptian cotton dress shirts with an attention to detail.

Self-named the “modern purveyor of green luxury,” The Battalion sources eco-friendly materials (predominately bamboo, organic cotton, cruelty free “peace” silk and veggie fur & leather) to create edgy, comfort driven pieces that go beyond just your basic organic cotton knits and dresses.

BD503 makes high quality handbags and totes using recycled leather. Each handbag has distinctive character and style because unique details are incorporated to complement the inherent qualities of the leather. BD503 sources top-quality excess leather from traditional manufacturing that’s essentially on it’s way to the landfill as well as vintage leather garments in Italy and the U.S.A. All bags are handcrafted in Portland, Oregon.

Authentic handmade jewelry by local Portland artist Amy Burgess. Amy bases her designs on the changing seasons, using colors and gemstones that reflect the time of year. Amy sources her supplies from local Portland businesses whenever possible, she recycles every scrap of metal clipping, and the art clay silver she uses to make pendants is made from recycled silver. Amy’s personal style, timeless lines and forged metals keep her jewelry designs alive longer than any seasonal trend.

Clary Sage Organics believes in empowering people to live healthy, thoughtful, and ecologically responsible lives. Serving as a center for holistic wellness, they offer the best organic fashions, sustainable beauty products, and a comprehensive array of time-honored natural medicine programs.

CorkStyle Imports is a Vancouver based company and the exclusive importer of sustainable cork fabric from Portugal. CorkStyle handbags and wallets are a uniquely beautiful leather alternative. Cork fabric is manufactured from the bark of oak trees and the sustainability of its production and the easy recycling of cork’s products and by-products are two of its most distinctive aspects. In buying and using cork products, you are contributing to the preservation of a natural, renewable resource and ecological environment.

ecoSkin is an independently owned California apparel company offering chic, contemporary designs for the eco-conscious but fashion-savvy woman. Core to its planet-friendly mission, ecoSkin uses only environmentally sustainable luxury fabrics woven, dyed and sewn in the USA.

Portland based jewelry designer Jody Howard creates unique one-of-a-kind pieces using recycled gold, sterling silver and natural gem stones.

emiLime’s handmade accessories are a synthesis of modern style and traditional techniques. Hand crafted in Peru by traditional artisans utilizing local sustainable materials such as alpaca wool, each product is fully traceable including where they source, what are in the products, and who actually hand knits the items. By doing this, the customer not only has an amazing product that they can use, but also has the full story behind it. This creates an awareness and a connection for the consumer, while never sacrificing style.

EMU prides itself on using as many Naturally Australian materials as possible with sustainability in mind. Being located in Australia’s premier wool growing area gives EMU access to the best raw materials available. Such premium materials extend the longevity of EMU products and lessen the the environmental footprint. Wool and sheepskin are both natural materials and completely biodegradable. EMU works with farmers that produce the healthiest, highest quality Australian skinand Merino wools available. They also use recycled cork flecks and rubber throughout the soles of their boots. EMU Australia garments and selected footwear styles carry the internationally recognized Woolmark symbol as quality assurance that the products are made of pure Australian wool.

Founded & operated by a mother-daughter team, Ethos Paris a thriving fashion house in Paris, France producing stylish, high-quality garments made from organic materials.  Every person involved in the production, design and sale of all Ethos creations is paid a living wage while sustainability and ethical practices form the basis of the company’s business activities in developing countries.

goodsociety is a movement. a belief that in all things we must love, will and do good. A forward thinking community blending the fashion conscious with the socially conscious. goodsociety’s jeans are made from pesticide-free organic cotton grown by fair-trade farmers. In addition to their organic denim, 25% of their net proceeds are used to assist and encourage not-for-profit initiatives such as Child of Mine, which provides housing for children in India.

The juleselin knitwear line, designed by Julia Burnbaum, features a versatile collection of jackets, sweaters, and dresses created from organic cotton and recycled fabrications. You’ll never want to take these jackets off, and thankfully, you won’t have to! In addition to being comfortable for any kind of wear, anywhere, the line is full of wonderful feminine touches, proving once again that style isn’t lost when green comes into play. Save the world, one cute jacket at a time!

Handcrafted jewelry and handbags by local Portland-based designer Kevia Jeffrey-West. Carried in over 400 stores in 600 locations worldwide, EcoVibe Apparel is proud to be one of the exclusive boutiques in Portland currently featuring Kevia’s designs. In addition to gracing the shelves of high-end boutiques across numerous continents, Kevia’s collection has been featured in several renowned publications including InStyle, Lucky, Life & Style, People Espanola, and Real Simple.

Malie Organics honors their roots in Hawaii by using only indigenous and local Hawaiian flora to create an extraordinary line of all natural, organic, luxury spa and beauty products. Everything in Malie Organics’ products is safe and nontoxic, with absolutely no petroleum, mineral spirits, sulfates or parabens. Because of their commitment to your health, well-being and the environment, they only use all natural, organic and wild-crafted ingredients. Malie Organics’ ingredients range from cultivated organic harvests to the rare wild-crafted plants of the rainforests. All ingredients are sustainably grown, ensuring constant renewal. They draw on the talent and time-honored traditions of local artisans to create our products.

The philosophy of olsenHaus shoes is anchored in the universal truth, respect for all beings, with a dedication to the expression of  truth in the material world. They are committed to being 100% animal-free and cruelty-free, producing functional goods, with a high standard of ethical social responsibility in animal rights, human rights, and  the environment. Products are made of non-animal materials, in sample rooms and factories that are personally checked for ethical practices & environmental impact.

Perfectly Imperfect Organic is a made in the U.S.A., Los Angeles based collection of eco-contemporary clothing. Founder and designer, Jadie Kadletz, formerly Creative Director for Three Dots has taken her affinity for comfort and modern design and fused it with organic fabrics. What started out as a small collection of basics, PI Organic has grown into a fashion forward collection of lifestyle, loungewear, and lingerie.

Roost’s jewelry designs range from traditional to original, primitive to modern. As eclectic as it is, their jewelry shares many of the same elements that Roost values in their home collection: natural materials, small craft production and attention to quality and detail. Roost jewelry incorporates real precious and semi- precious stones, elemental metals and intriguing wood, shell and horn. While they may shape and polish these materials, they preserve- with minimal enhancement- what nature herself has revealed.

Second is a premium quality denim brand from Canada that provides its customers with 100% North American made garments in the finest denims and fabrics available across the globe. Focusing on fit, quality and style Second jeans fit like a second skin. Best known for their amazingly comfortable Yoga jeans, Second’s new line of Eco jeans are made from 97% organic cotton.

Sseko Designs produces beautiful, unique leather sandals with interchangeable fabric straps that are hand-made by a group of young women in Uganda who make the sandals to earn money to finance their university education. Sseko Designs is a not-just-for-profit enterprise that recognizes the power of business and responsible consumerism to support sustainable economic development, which in turn affects a country’s educational, justice, and health care systems. The goal of Sseko Designs is two-fold: provide university tuition for these promising young women through a sustainable monthly income, while also contributing to the overall economic development of Uganda.

Trinity is organic, inspired by nature… but comes with an edge and attitude. The perfect blend of sweet and tough, feminine and boyish. Specializing in environmentally friendly signature silks and organic cotton blends.

Varnish is a Portland based line dedicated to making women feel simply beautiful and stylish. With a clear vision for classic lines, fine fabrics, and superb craftsmanship, Varnish Clothing is the perfect upgrade to a woman’s favorite look. Being 100% locally made, they have the ability to customize fabrics, colors, lengths, and overall fit, allowing us to create custom pieces for our customers.