Brands
Womenswear
Alex Mill began as a men’s t-shirt line in NYC Then, a few years later with the addition of Somsack (former J.Crew and Madewell designer) and Alex’s dad, Millard Drexler, Alex Mill the full brand was born. Alex Mill pieces are “timeless, not trendy,” and they hold a classic, simple, yet stylish quality while maintaining an affordable price point. Alex Mill recently opened its first flagship store in Soho, NYC. We love Alex Mill’s jumpsuits, classic tees and easy everyday basics.
Amiacalva is an ancient fish that survived for centuries without evolving. This concept of long-lasting, durable, and perfect style is what Amiacalva brings to their design. Their bags are functional and beautiful and will last.
Seoul-based womenswear label representing timeless, classic, and effortless designs. Inspired by a minimalistic culture, organic shapes, and neutral palettes, Amomento was founded in 2016 by Lee Mee-Kung and is recognized for its everyday staples crafted from sustainable Japanese and Korean fabrics.
Atelier Delphine is a conceptual line, designed by LA-based designer Yuka Izutsu, that embraces getting dressed in a way that is both elevated and comfortable. All of her pieces have a sense of refinement that makes us feel unconventional, creative and part of fashion forward movement. We look to Atelier Delphine for her mature, refined pieces as well as her elevated line of shoes.
Auralee means “The Lands That Lights Up”. Founder Ryota Iwai envisions his collections to be worn in the morning light. Each collection starts with extensive research of the best high-quality raw materials and yarns, sourced in Japan and all over the world. Timeless yet rooted in the moment, Auralee’s collections provide real clothes for an elegant, effortless yet functional way of dressing.
We found B Sides where they began: with vintage denim reworked into truly amazing pieces for an adventurous wardrobe. Their standout jeans are second to none but we equally love their affordable approach to classic USA-made denim. All cotton is milled by family-run operations who traditionally sell to workwear brands. It's denim done right. High quality, sustainably sourced, LA-made.
At any given time at Jake and Jones at least one member of our team is wearing a Baserange piece. That’s because they deliver what they promise: clean silhouettes, comfortable support, and everyday underwear or basics. Baserange prioritizes clean production and high quality fabrics and has one of the most innovative approaches to styling that we’ve seen in quite some time.
Amazing engineering meets exceptional craftsmanship with Japanese designer, Issey Miyake's bag line, Bao Bao. Created from mesh fabric layered with small triangles of polyvinyl, these bags are versatile and playful as they can be transformed into a myriad of shapes.
Klaus Plank's Bergfabel is born from two words: Berg, meaning mountain and Fabel meaning story. The brand focuses on exclusive fabrics, sartorial techniques, and the fit of their garments. The purpose of Bergfabel is not to make a completely new collection, but to build pieces that coordinate with every collection. Each item comes with a signature lavender pouch, similar to the ones Plank's mother would use to keep clothes safe from moths.
Camiel Fortgens is a gender-neutral Amsterdam-based designer exploring materials, shapes, and elements from various eras and cultures. He reinterprets traditional designs and offers a diverse, easy to wear collection by crafting with all kinds of people in mind. He often blends clean-cut lines with frayed edges blurring the boundaries between tradition and innovation.
Our favorite thing about Soho-based designer Caron Callahan is that she approaches fashion with zero pretension and 100% passion for wearable clothing. She aims to design fashionable pieces for the woman who doesn’t want to follow seasonal trends. It's cool as can be, and many of our Brooklyn friends are wearing her clothes. Her iconic NOLITA store is a source of inspiration for us, with a cool, mellow and artsy vibe. Her exceptional quality raises the level of her clothes and shoes making her pieces a sure statement and heirloom in your closet.
CASEY CASEY is a French house founded in 2008 by Gareth Casey. He is the ferociously independent architect and creative energy behind the label, an autodidact playful maker following his own instincts and path. CASEY CASEY's goal is to transform the everyday into an object that nourishes the soul and awakens the senses, making something precious because it resonates, and finding beauty in the everyday.
A timeless and lasting British Clothing line that celebrates quality, by Hannah Cawley, who was inspired to create clothing that could be both sustainable and practical. Every garment is designed to be functional and have a place in everyday life. Each piece is hand cut and individually handeled London. Cloth is sourced from mills in Portugal, Ireland, England, India and Japan.
Chelsea Mak is an eponymous womenswear label designed in Los Angeles and handcrafted in Shanghai. Uncommon materials, primarily deadstock silks from local markets, and smart silhouettes, toe the line of rebellion and formality. Chelsea Mak pieces are perennial by design and hold an exquisite handcrafted nature. An ode to old-world elegance and non-conformist femininity.
Instead of designing collection after collection like many large fashion brands, Cog the Big Smoke chooses to release new items slowly and focus on lifelong, versatile pieces. These functional but fashion-forward clothes are the perfect item to add to your wardrobe.
An ethical fashion brand designed in Spain by sisters Monica and Maria. All materials and suppliers are carefully selected and each garment is made in a small family factory in Spain. They design timeless garments to strive for a more sustainable world.
Dr. Collectors is a small family business making handcrafted, meticulously designed clothing in small limited runs. Every piece lives independent from the next and no two pieces are exactly alike. Dr. Collectors uses exclusive natural dyes and washes to create garments that are one-of-a-kind. Often times fabric is sourced from from Japan, due to the superior craftsmanship, and a shared love for original and authentic manufacturing processes.
Based in The Netherlands, ELEPH works partially from left over materials and practices sustainability by designing with unused textiles from the fashion industry. New materials are carefully selected to last many years and the brand celebrates happy accidents and grand experiments. ELEPH is an "articulation of what they love, things stumbled upon, and things sought after." This attitude towards design is evident in their melange of vintage inspired details and modern, wearable silhouettes.
Small batch, season-less clothing designed by Emma Rothkopf, based out of Los Angeles, CA. The line was birthed after moving from New York to Utah, and experiencing the time and space allowed by the vast Utah scenery. Emma was inspired to make garments that transition through landscapes with ease.
A Venezuelan fashion designer based in Los Angeles who creates sculptural, modern, and elegant pieces that are sophisticated and functional in the modern woman's wardrobe. We love the subtle details in each Fabiana Pigna piece.
Girls of Dust is a womenswear brand based in Antwerp. Inspired by translating vintage workwear to contemporary cuts, Girls of Dust is easy to wear and as strong as the people who wear them. Crafted in Portugal with fabrics selected from Europe & Japan, G.o.D. is dedicated to bringing quality and durability that will stand the test of time.
Seamless and functional designs crafted along the Mediterranean and transported to our boutique along the Pacific in Santa Barbara, California. A timeless collection that embodies tradition, craftsmanship, and folk tradition.
Ichi Antiquites is known for excellent textiles and elevated style. The Japanese design lends a level of sophistication with an easy comfort level. Ichi Antiquites uses traditional production methods lending a level of quality that means your pieces will last a lifetime and wear to become your own.
Founded in 2018 by knitwear designer Jess Reese, James Street Co. is a Utah-based brand known for its edgy yet cozy and sophisticated knitwear. The brand embodies a blend of old-meets-new aesthetic, offering timeless silhouettes and quality materials.
KasMaria is known for small batch playful wearables designed and made in New York City. Founded by Kassandra Maria Laos out of her love for textiles, clothing, crafts and art.
Kowtow is a New Zealand based clothing brand that operates with a larger purpose in mind, for a healthier planet and a fairer world. Their designs are clean, with crisp lines and bold patterns, and they don't follow trend cycles. They value transparent manufacturing and partake in responsible business practices. Showing a commitment to being a diverse, inclusive and a responsible brand, Kowtow gives us many reasons to swoon over their pieces.
Since 2008, Lauren Manoogian's appreciation of natural materials and an intuitive approach to shape development categorize the practice. Personal, deep knowledge of fibers and textiles guide each collection, creating textual narratives that are both cohesive and yet ever-evolving. A perceptible hand is maintained, where irregularities and non-uniformity are not just allowed but honored. Led by Manoogian and partner Chris Fireoved, the brand operates between New York and Peru.
Contemporary jewelry designed by Leigh Miller Newman in Los Angeles. Inspired by natural forms and patterns, she thoughtfully translates her visions into sculptural metal wearables using unconventional techniques. She sculpts with a developed wax working method to create her jewelry.
Helmed by Christophe Lemaire and Sarah-Linh Tran, the LEMAIRE brand offers a timeless Parisian style that is cosmopolitan, sophisticated and rich in influences. Crafted from fabrics selected for their quality and designed for everyday wear, the wardrobe is eminently modular—the supple silhouettes and soft color palette allow LEMAIRE outfits to be restyled and accented over time.
In the midst of a world in a rush, LINDQUIST is committed to thinking broadly, ethically, and generationally. The Swedish word Lagom suggests items that are in balance, in moderation: perfect-simple. Each LINDQUIST piece will reflect the work of artists inspired by this ethos. The designers and artisans at LINDQUIST focus on naturally-dyed leather goods made for living, made to last, growing patina with each passing year. LINDQUIST objects are designed to be with you for the long haul, developing character alongside you through a lifetime of use.
Mara Hoffman founded her label in 2000 in New York City. The brand is committed to implementing more responsible practices while remaining committed to presenting colorful collections inspired by and in celebration of women. In an effort to foster mindful consumption habits, the brand maintains an open conversation about its approach and encourages consumers to reevaluate the relationship society has with clothing.
Eponymous line with a clear eye for simplicity, elegance, and wearability. Martiniano prioritizes traditional craftsmanship and believed in celebrating natural materials. These shoes are designed to last and to wear for years to come. They epitomize the kind of slow fashion investment we prioritize at Jake and Jones.
Meals clothing is an epicurean approach to workwear. Each color is named in homage to a culinary delight. The garments are equal parts functional in the kitchen and fashion-forward. Hand-dyed and made in Los Angeles, California.
Named after the idea of bringing creative goods together under one roof, Merge values uniqueness, design, inner exploration, sustainability, and mindfulness. Merge features a timeless collection of apparel, self-care, and home goods. Merge aims to bring joy to simple moments for customers who seek items aligned with their values.
Laid-back, neutral-toned womenswear by eponymous Korean designer. All clothing is inspired by her home in LA and strives to capture the modern silhouettes and comfort that defines Los Angeles fashion.
Founded in 2015 in Los Angeles, Modern Weaving is a playful, yet classic arrangement of wearables, including handbags, jewelry and clothing. Modern Weaving offers a variety of crisp design across all their pieces, using both experimental design and more traditional techniques dating back to our ancestral sisterhood.
Started as just a t-shirt line in 2012, Mondo Mondo quickly grew to include jewelry and fragrances that are inspired by founder Natasha Ghosn's family history in Mexico City. Mondo Mondo is forward yet timeless.
Comprised of skilled craftsmen and designers, Japanese brand Nicholson & Nicholson calls into question mainstream understandings of our relationship with fashion. Traditional pattern making, sewing techniques and natural materials are at the core of the collection.
A New York-based swimsuit line started in California on the ethos of sustainable, timeless pieces. All swimwear is made from recycled ocean waste and regenerated nylon and designed to last seasons over seasons.
Modern pleated styles for the everyday. These garments are light, wrinkle-proof, easy to travel with, and don't require dry cleaning. Conceptualized as a functional but elegant addition to your wardrobe that's just as beautiful and it is useful.
A New York based jewelry brand inspired by surf and club culture made from precious stones, glass beads, and metal. These pieces evoke the feeling of summer in the 80s and 90s with sand in your hair.
Shaina Mote is a Los Angeles based brand. Beyond making quality pieces designed to last a lifetime, they hold high standards to their production processes, using only organic and biodegradable fibers. They value long term relationships with their production community and prioritize a hands on approach to their design process. Their sustainable perspective on garment making is unique and reflective in every piece.
A Brussels-based brand with subtle sophistication, Sofie D'Hoore embraces the meeting point of clean lines and classic shapes with fantastical design elements. Pieces are modern without sacrificing wearability.
SONO is a London-based clothing project to prove it is possible to create and manufacture designer clothing within the seasonal structure without compromise at any level. SONO was founded to build a company around a philosophy of respect that directly addresses sustainability issues without compromise and of course - a deep love of clothing.
Suzanne Rae is a New York-based ready-to-wear and shoe line inspired by and made for the progressive and modern individual. Established in 2010 and rooted in feminist fundamentals and the idea of fashion as a performative art, the pieces are informed, sophisticated, but also playful and relevant in functionality.
Minimalist jewelry hand carved through traditional lost wax casting technique by Colorado native, Vanessa Barcus.
A classic sneaker with an ethical twist. These shoes are a slow fashion staple. Designed in Paris and made in Brazil out of sustainable materials by employees who are well paid and treated. We think of Vejas as a go-to closet staple.
Wild Animals are products, objects, animals by Rop van Mierlo. Inspired by drawing on uncontrolled wet paper at a Waldorf School, he began drawing tigers and all these the wild animals in this untameable way. That was the abstract idea. And they all turned out really funny and nice, so much so that led to Wild Animals.
Menswear
Alex Mill began as a men’s t-shirt line in NYC. Then, a few years later with the addition of Somsack (former J.Crew and Madewell designer) and Alex’s dad, Millard Drexler, Alex Mill the full brand was born. Alex Mill pieces are “timeless, not trendy,” and they hold a classic, simple, yet stylish quality while maintaining an affordable price point. Alex Mill recently opened its first flagship store in Soho, NYC. We love Alex Mill’s jumpsuits, classic tees and easy everyday basics.
Applied Art Forms is a fashion brand drawing inspiration from vintage utilitarian, workwear clothing. Selecting fabrics and utilizing elevated construction detail, A/A/F highlights authentic manufacturing techniques stemming from Japan and Europe. All garments are sustainably crafted and designed to last a lifetime.
Auralee means “The Lands That Lights Up”. Founder Ryota Iwai envisions his collections to be worn in the morning light. Each collection starts with extensive research of the best high-quality raw materials and yarns, sourced in Japan and all over the world. Timeless yet rooted in the moment, Auralee’s collections provide real clothes for an elegant, effortless yet functional way of dressing.
A timeless and lasting British Clothing line that celebrates quality, by Hannah Cawley, who was inspired to create clothing that could be both sustainable and practical. Every garment is designed to be functional and have a place in everyday life. Each piece is hand cut and individually handeled London. Cloth is sourced from mills in Portugal, Ireland, England, India and Japan.
Corridor is a Brooklyn based, independent brand inspired by color, nature, music, spirituality, and New York life. As a community of artists, their goal is to create beautiful, expressive and responsibly-made clothing. Corridor's designer, Dan Snyder, founded the company in 2013 and weaves his love in every piece.
Created by climbers and adopted into streetwear, Gramicci is an innovative menswear label that started out in California in the early '80s. Born out of a garage in Ventura, the menswear label has travelled to the bustling streets of Tokyo and beyond - quickly becoming the global phenomenon we know and love today. Whether traveling to the highest peaks, or simply breathe new life into your casual wardrobe, Gramicci at Jake & Jones is the destination to do so.
Jungmaven’s slogan has always been “everything hemp by 2020.” This slogan is representative of Jungmaven designer Robert Jungmann’s mission to combat deforestation and climate change. The vision is simple, sustainable, long-lasting clothing that you can feel good in and feel good buying. We love carrying this sustainable line in our Santa Barbara store (the birthplace of Earth Day, one of Jungmaven's inspirations).
Knickerbocker, a New York brand founded by Andrew Livingston in 2013, began as a manufacturing company on the border of Brooklyn. Their philosophy centers around a deep appreciation for people and processes, which the brand has carried with it as it has expanded to work with like-minded mills and factories. Knickerbocker's collection reflects a fusion of classic American style with layered elements of art, music, and sports, emphasizing tradition, utility and purpose.
Founded in 2015, Lady White Co. initially focused soley on jersey t-shirts. Particularly: white. Now developing various sportswear forms, their expanding collection reflects contemporary moods through the personalities of custom jersey and fleeces, produced by family-owned factories within 10 miles from the design headquarters in Los Angeles. Influenced by an insular view of American aesthetics, Lady White Co. is an uncommon approach to familiar classics.
Since 2004, Norse Projects has drawn upon its Scandinavian roots to inform a design language that supports an infrastructure for a highly adaptable wardrobe. Drawing from naturalistic reference points, innovative materials cater to heightened functionality, while minimal yet distinctive basics extend a seasonal range of endless outfitting options. A dedication to quality garments lies at the heart of the Norse Projects philosophy, underscoring the maxim: created for life - good for all seasons.
orSlow, founded by Ichiro Nakatsu, has become globally renowned for pairing rugged construction with refied details. Inspired by Americana, denim is the brands hallmark. Known for recontextualizing classic styles to meet the demands of modern day living, their pieces transcend time, with their handmade nature and workwear inspired character. They pose as the antithesis to fast fashion.
Artist and designer Chris Gentile founded the Brooklyn-based label in 2012, inspired by a passion for surfing and a desire to create laid-back garments with clean silhouettes. Relaxed trousers come in a variety of muted tones that recall the sands of East Coast beaches, while short-sleeved shirts and crew neck sweaters feature refined details such as classic nautical stripes. The epitome of cool and casual, Pilgrim Surf + Supply provides a range of loose and comfortable staples that refuse to sacrifice style.
French sportswear label Salomon began in a one-room metalworking shop in the central Alps in 1947. Founder François Salomon crafted saw blades with his wife and son before shifting production to ski fabrication, when the family of trained engineers quickly revolutionized the development and manufacturing of mountain sports equipment. Today, Salomon continues to combine advanced material research with results-based testing to provide technically sound, meticulously crafted footwear.
Satta, in Sanskrit, means Existence/Being, and designs to foster a connection with nature, self, & others. With a holistic design philosophy and attention to slowing down, Satta is rooted in the tension between city-living and biophillic desire. A study across garments, spaces, botanicals, and ceramics.
Samuel Zelig is a contemporary brand that overtly mixes art and fashion. With their gestural designs, usually displaying motifs reflecting human imagery, the Zelig team is able to create dream-like pieces that feel like you're wearing art.
London based designer, Studio Nicholson is known for clean, uncomplicated designs inspired by European mens uniforms, Japanese architecture, and grunge music. Utilizing superior textiles and a subtle nod to the feminine, these pieces are confidently considered classic additions to the closet. Purposefully playful with deliberately awkward proportions, their garments celebrate the luxurious yet casual modular wardrobe.
Sunray Sportswear and Spirit are pieces made in Japan from heavyweight cotton with a low yarn count, with fabric woven on antique circular looms from a slow and careful process. Featuring traditional fits from the 1950's, these tees are made in a family run facility with owners dating back three generations to 1926.
London based design studio, Toogood was founded by Faye Toogood. Her work is cross-disciplinary and stems across interiors, furniture, homeware and fashion. She cross-pollinates on every project working with sculptures, architects and artists to create collections that are truly avant-garde. The fashion portion of the business was co-founded by Faye and her sister Erica. At the core of their work is a celebration of craftsmanship and traditional trade.
Founded on years of experience and passion for craftsmanship, Yuketens quality and aesthetic is a testimony tho the passion of their makers. Careful consideration is invested into every final touch creating a Yuketen product such as selection of raw materials, and passing down traditions of high-skilled leather-making. These pieces are beautiful from the outside, in.
Kids
One of our favorite boutique kids lines. Bobo Choses is a sustainable children’s clothing brand that celebrates kids for their creativity, their spunk, and hopes to inspire kids and adults alike to be funny and lighthearted. The team at Bobo Choses works in an old toy factory on the banks of the Mediterranean Sea and are inspired by local manufacturers. The collections are colorful, impeccably made, and ready to be handed down year after year.
Childrens vintage-inspired line created by Photographer Monroe Alvarez, based out of Los Angeles, CA. Since becoming a mother, Monroe became increasingly passionate about sourcing unique children's clothes, using dead-stock and vintage materials. At KOKO MOMO, one can find fun and funky pieces to stand out amongst the crowd.
Munster Kids, founded in Sydney, Australia, is our go-to for children's lifestyle clothing.Created from a love of youth culture, Munster Kids designs clothing for all kids, known for their swimwear, and denim, the brand's clothing shows a love of surf, skate, and street culture
Thoughtfully designed non-toxic baby products from Mushie. Founded in 2018 with a passion for safety and function, Mushie was made with the intention of minimizing our environmental impact. Designed to be used, and then passed down to someone else, pushing back against the consumerism of single use and disposable goods.
Designed by a family in Brooklyn with Parisian roots, Oeuf is a family-run business that believes in great design and sustainability. The quality of their modern, and yet classic, children's and baby clothes are unparalleled. Take a page out of designer Sophie's book and pass these heirlooms down from kid to kid and from family to family.
An organic and sustainable baby brand brought to you by the designers of Rylee + Cru. Quincy Mae specializes in minimal prints and soft fabrics aiming to make dressing your baby simple.
A modern, easy-to-wear, collection for a child who loves to play and a family that loves timeless, well-made basics. Rylee + Cru is an adventure in muted tones and beautiful patterns.
A Brooklyn-based children's clothing line with an eye for fine materials and patterns. All clothing is inspired by a passion for quality over quantity, slow fashion, and sustainable choices.
Super Smalls is a destination for all things joyful by Maria Dueñas Jacobs. Her designs are inspired by the grown-up world of outrageous and extravagant jewels, translated to appeal to a kid’s whimsical eye and withstand their active lifestyle. Super Smalls is made for play: from tree-climbing to cookie-eating contests and all the adventure in between.
Using Ice-Dye techniques, Sierra, the creator behind The Wildest Company, hopes that her textiles can inspire and excite others through admiration of the little things. All of her products are hand-dyed in Davis, California.
Tiny Cottons is a Barcelona based, family run company with lasting, quality products in mind. They treat their brand as an adults brand, stylish but bold. With a strong story and image behind every collection. We love their graphic driven designs and soft quality fabrics.
Lifestyle + Self Care
An oil brand based off the creator, Alessandra's personal mantra " You're A. OK". Born of a ritual and daily practice, these oil blends are inspired by the idea of reconnecting with your body and mind, and to give a moment to yourself to feel, A.Ok.
Based out of Los Angeles, Art of tea is known for their hand blended and custom organic teas and botanicals. Founded by master tea blender Steve Schwartz. He has lectured for tea conventions worldwide, and travels to offer educational programming on tea blending.
Long-lasting, usable goods designed to reduce waste and function in your daily life. Baggu is based in San Francisco where they design all original prints for bags, masks, and more.
Founded by a skincare expert who struggled to find natural products that actually performed, Corpus is made for people who don’t want to sacrifice quality for the sake of going natural.
Curators of scents that are designed to conjure up the unseen world. The perfumes and candles are narratives of days and are truly works of art. Everything is made in New York.
A brand known for original prints and bright colors based in Brooklyn, NY. Designer Ellen Van Dusen was raised in Washington, DC and resides in Brooklyn, NY. We look to Dusen Dusen for bold home goods and textiles.
Botanical skincare brand, EarthTonics is based out of Ojai, California. They intentionally craft to inspire self care while stimulating our skins innate healing intelligence. Founded by Holistic facialist and botanical skincare chef, Daron. She believed in helping people foster a nourishing relationship with their skin.
Using the absolute best organic and wild-harvested botanical oils, Everyday Oil is uniquely balancing, hydrating, cleansing and nourishing. And it smells great too. One little bottle of goodness for all of your needs. The only one you want, the only one you need.
Skincare line based out of California, born out of a desire to create natural products from powerhouse ingredients at an attainable price. They offer a range of products suitable for all skin types, especially those with highly sensitive skin.
The Flamingo Estate originates way back to the 1940s, located high atop the hills of Los Angeles, CA. They early on became known for their history of sharing wild alchemy of sun worshiping, folk mythology and psychedelic remedies with the community. They now continue to work with small farms all over the US, sourcing the best, most sustainable, ingredients possible for their products.
German design label, Ina Seifart brings creative accessories with a twist to our local Santa Barbara boutique. Each collection is based on 'objets trouvés’, which are vintage pieces that hold aesthetic value. These vintage materials are then transformed into modern, sustainable accessories with a unique twist.
Lauren makes beautiful, organic, and all-natural body care that was designed to naturally nourish your skin and body back to life. Lauren originally created her earthy salve to heal her scars, without the use of harsh chemicals, keeping the ingredients simple and true. Soon after, the Original Salve was launched. She now has a small collection of products, each one contains only, pure, natural, and organic ingredients.
A family owned business based out of Los Angeles, Le Feu De L'Eau honors their unique candle making process. Owners, Wendy Polish and Jo Strettell create their handcrafted candles using a one-of-a-kind process invented by Wendy’s artist father back in the 60’s. The brand name translates to the Fire of the Water, inspired by this candle making technique.
Living Libations makes beautiful natural and organic skincare that is designed to celebrate your beauty and bring forward a sense of excitement and revelry in your life. The colors and smells of their skincare products are inspired. All Living Libations products at Jake and Jones are as raw as possible, gluten-free, and vegan.
Maria Schoettler is an artist and illustrator. Best known for her “Eat Local” produce calendar, a month-by-month guide to seasonal eating, which she has been imagining and reimagining each year since 2008. That project opened the way for a whole array of illustrated goods—note cards, prints, tea towels, and more—all of them little tributes to the beauty of natural world and a life more interconnected with nature and the seasons.
Carissa Potter, creator of People I've Loved, has created space in the illustration and stationery community to help bridge the gaps between people and forge authentic, sometimes difficult conversations. Hand-printed and assembled in an Oakland farmhouse studio, their products embrace the whole range of emotion with nostalgic thoughts on the past, buried longings and hopes for the future.
Hand-crafted in Mohawk Valley, New York, Saipua, from the Finnish word saippua for soap, began its alluring journey in 1997. Each batch has since been delicately hand measured, poured, and placed in thoughtful packaging influenced by Sarah’s love for flowers. Saipua soaps contain 40-50 % of cold-pressed natural olive oil, producing an extraordinary moisturizer. The careful complexion of essential oils speaks for the all-natural fragrances that derive from the land.
In Japan, the blade is more than a tool; it’s a tradition. From legendary samurai swords to the handcrafted culinary cutlery of today, the exquisite craftsmanship of Japanese blades is admired worldwide. Shun is a time—the exact moment when a fruit is perfectly ripe, a vegetable is at its best, or meat is at its most flavorful. The Shun name honors this tradition of seasonal, mindful eating and is a mark of their dedication to making kitchen cutlery that is always at the peak of its perfection, too.
In 1958, Snow Peak was founded by Yukio Yamai in the Niigata Prefecture of Japan. Snow Peak products and experiences create opportunities to reconnect with each other and the natural world, ultimately restoring part of the human spirit.
Surya Spa, based out of Santa Monica, CA is an Ayurvedic treatment center led by internationally acclaimed chef, doctor and nutritionist, Martha Soffer. She's known for her age-old wellness techniques based on the ancient Indian practice of Ayurveda. Her products are designed to bring profound relief to an over stressed nervous system, and restore balance and nourishment to your spirit.
Unique home goods and accessories designed in Los Angeles. Known for their cute and whimsical accessories designed by Winona.
Wonder Valley makes health a priority with their certified extra virgin grade olive oil skincare that is designed to elevate and support internal health while healing the skin. This family owned and operated team prioritizes the health of their customers, the health of their employees and their environmental impacts over profits.
Zizia is an Los Angeles based herbal company founded by Abbe Findley. They create fun, easy formulas for the skin. Potent, pure and to the point, made for modern day humans. They source their ingredients from small farms, and use organic botanicals and base ingredients. We love Zizia's ethos of living a healthy lifestyle, in moderation.