How We Turn Waste Into Products
From recycled fabrics to upcycled materials and sustainable packaging, every step of our process is designed with the planet in mind. We carefully choose materials that reduce waste and give new life to items that might otherwise end up in landfills. Here’s how we’re transforming what others might throw away into high-quality products you’ll love, all while helping to create a cleaner, greener future you can feel good about supporting.
Recycled Fabrics Revolutionize Fashion
It may shock you, but only about 9% of plastic is recycled globally. That means most of the water bottles, takeout containers, and other packaging we use end up in landfills or polluting our environment. Rather than contributing to this growing problem, we choose to be part of the solution.
Turning Plastic Waste Into Textiles
The bulk of our products including neckties, bow ties, pocket squares, suspenders, scarves, and insulated neck gaiters are made from fabrics created using post-consumer recycled plastics. Through advanced recycling techniques, these plastics are cleaned, broken down into fibers, and woven or knit into versatile textiles that are ready for printing your customizable designs.
Why it matters:
By choosing recycled fabrics, we reduce the need for virgin materials, lower energy consumption, and help divert waste from landfills.
Did you know?
98% of our products in 2024 were crafted using recycled textiles. That means every piece you purchase plays a part in reducing waste and protecting the environment.
Precision Printing With Dye Sublimation
Another way we minimize waste is through dye sublimation textile printing, a process that vaporizes ink directly into the fabric. Unlike traditional dyeing methods used on textiles like silk, which generate wastewater that can pollute rivers, sublimation is virtually waste-free. It’s eco-friendly and ensures vibrant, long-lasting colors for every custom product.
Up-cycled Pocket Squares
When it comes to keeping our manufacturing process sustainable, we believe that nothing should go to waste, not even fabric scraps. That’s why we offer up-cycled pocket squares. Although we always strive for minimal fabric waste, these pocket squares are made using any leftover cuts of unprinted fabric from our manufacturing process, which would have otherwise been discarded.
Each pocket square is a classic solid white color on both sides and accented by colored thread edging available in up to 28 different hues. It’s the ultimate combination of eco-consciousness and high style.
Less Packaging, More Sustainability
Packaging often gets overlooked, but it’s a critical part of sustainable manufacturing. We’ve made it our mission to provide environmentally friendly options that prioritize both functionality and the planet.
Minimal Packaging For Maximum Impact
For customers who value efficiency and environmental friendliness, we offer a minimal packaging option. Items are protected using 100% recycled, compostable honeycomb paper mailers or 100% clear plastic bags inside of durable cardboard boxes for larger orders. This approach reduces shipping volume and emissions, while ensuring your products arrive safely.
Recycled Kraft Gift Boxes
If you’re looking to gift your items with a beautiful gift box presentation, our individual kraft boxes are the perfect solution. Crafted from FSC-certified recycled paper and printed with vegetable-based inks, these boxes are recyclable, biodegradable, and ready to impress your recipients.
Whether you’re choosing minimal or individual packaging, both options are designed with sustainability in mind.
The Power of Choice
We believe sustainability starts with empowering customers to choose options that align with their values. By offering a spectrum of solutions from our upcycled pocket squares to our recycled poly twill neckties, we give you the ability to shop ethically while reducing your environmental footprint.
This commitment to choice extends beyond materials. Thanks to our made-to-order manufacturing model, we only produce what’s needed. This reduces overproduction and ensures there’s no wasted inventory.
Join Our Mission
Creating sustainable products isn’t just about the planet; it’s also about people. All of our items are produced domestically in Denver, CO, providing meaningful employment opportunities for resettled refugees. We believe in paying fair wages and supporting economic self-sufficiency for everyone we work with.
Each decision we make from the fabrics we source to the packaging we offer is geared toward creating a more sustainable future. By purchasing from us, you’re not just getting high-quality, customizable items; you’re making a statement about the kind of world you want to build.
Are you ready to be part of this transformation? Explore our collection of recycled, up-cycled, and sustainably packaged products today. Together, we can turn waste into something meaningful.
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Manufacturing in the USA allows quick customization with orders shipping in as fast as 7 days from order. Learn about our standard and expedite turnaround times and what you can expect based upon order size and shipping location.
No Minimums
We have no minimums so whether you want a full production sample to review prior to placing a large order, need only one product for now or want to order several different designs, go for it! Learn more about products and pricing at our FAQ.
Custom Design
You can easily start a custom design in just a few minutes and we'll work quickly to create a design in a business day or less, so long as we have the color and design assets needed. Request swatches to verify designs or ask for quick revisions to meet your design objectives.
Customize Color
Hundreds of patterns have completely customizable colors so you can match to a dress, suit, palette or just make a rad one-of-a-kind design you won't see anywhere else. Remember that colors on screen are different than print and if you need exact colors, please verify with the ColorMatch Chart.
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