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Patagonia sells out of shorts with tags that read ‘Vote the Assholes Out’

It was the fashion equivalent of an Easter egg.

Patagonia sells out of shorts with tags that read ‘Vote the Assholes Out’

These companies are helping working parents navigate an impossible situation

Some employers are getting creative to keep parents—and especially moms—from dropping out of the workforce. But is it enough?

These companies are helping working parents navigate an impossible situation

This Patagonia designer turns worn-out clothes into works of art

Kourtney Morgan’s ReCrafted clothing line transforms unwearable items into one-of-a-kind designs.

This Patagonia designer turns worn-out clothes into works of art

In the wake of the pandemic and the protests, purpose is suddenly a superpower

Companies that have purpose built into their bottom line are the most likely to remain standing.

In the wake of the pandemic and the protests, purpose is suddenly a superpower

Former Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario speaks out on the Facebook boycott and compassionate capitalism

Marcario spoke to Kara Swisher for a Lesbians Who Tech event about these issues and what her next move will be.

Former Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario speaks out on the Facebook boycott and compassionate capitalism

Why outdoor brands like Patagonia, The North Face, and REI will save us

Corporate social responsibility doesn’t have to be just a buzzword, and these major outdoor brands leading the charge in boycotting Facebook are just the latest example.

Why outdoor brands like Patagonia, The North Face, and REI will save us

EXCLUSIVE: Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario is stepping down

She joined the company in 2008 and leaves a legacy of a financially strong company that has become the exemplar for social and environmental activism.

EXCLUSIVE: Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario is stepping down

These flattering swimsuits also happen to be eco-friendly

Look good, feel good, do good in one-pieces and bikinis that don’t trash the environment.

These flattering swimsuits also happen to be eco-friendly

Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario is not afraid to get political

Marcario, who ranks No. 1 on Fast Company’s Queer 50 list, has overseen the expansion of Patagonia’s social and environmental commitments.

Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario is not afraid to get political

Patagonia’s new film celebrates activists fighting urban oil drilling in L.A.

A single community is home to more than half the oil wells in Los Angeles, and its residents are feeling the effects as the apparel brand’s new film, ‘District 15,’ details.

Patagonia’s new film celebrates activists fighting urban oil drilling in L.A.

Slopestyle: A complete guide to the best ski gear from head to toe

We tested and found the best snow gear that you can invest in to look good and perform perfectly every time you hit the slopes for seasons to come.

Slopestyle: A complete guide to the best ski gear from head to toe

It’s time to regulate fashion the way we regulate the oil industry

France now has an “unofficial fashion minister” tackling the massive pollution produced by the fashion sector. Other governments should follow suit.

It’s time to regulate fashion the way we regulate the oil industry

4 reasons to be hopeful about the notoriously wasteful fashion industry in 2020

And how you the consumer can drive change.

4 reasons to be hopeful about the notoriously wasteful fashion industry in 2020

Patagonia has the perfect gift for your uncle who doesn’t believe in climate change

The brand is matching up to $10 million in donations to grassroots environmental organizations.

Patagonia has the perfect gift for your uncle who doesn’t believe in climate change

Patagonia’s new line is made from old clothes damaged beyond repair

Patagonia’s designers are turning unusable clothing into jackets, vests, and other items as part of its new ReCrafted collection.

Patagonia’s new line is made from old clothes damaged beyond repair

Sweater weather is here, but read this before you buy anything cashmere

Everlane and other brands are nixing virgin cashmere for a recycled variety, citing environmental problems with the fabric.

Sweater weather is here, but read this before you buy anything cashmere

Patagonia enlists teen activists to speak out for Global Climate Strike campaign

The brand is closing all its stores on September 20th—and buying ads to raise awareness for Climate Week protests.

Patagonia enlists teen activists to speak out for Global Climate Strike campaign

Madewell, Patagonia, and Eileen Fisher want to buy your old clothes

The newest fashion trend: Brands want to prolong the life of your clothes by finding new uses for them long after they’ve left your closet.

Madewell, Patagonia, and Eileen Fisher want to buy your old clothes

Is your favorite fashion brand greenwashing? Use this checklist to find out

How to tell the difference between brands that market themselves as sustainable and ones that actually commit to sustainability in a holistic way.

This clothing brand’s new repair program shows that the future of fashion can be circular

With its new Restitch program, Taylor Stitch joins the list of clothing companies giving a second life to your hole-in-the-knee jeans.

Impact

JetBlue is staging a hostile takeover of Spirit. What would a merger mean for flight attendants?

Why Australia has had only one mass shooting since 1996

This fund wants to give you $100,000 to launch your climate tech startup quickly

News

90% of Asian Americans worry about being attacked as anti-Asian violence and hate crimes spike

Joby Aviation stock jumps after air taxi company nabs critical FAA certificate ahead of schedule

The polling is clear: Americans want background checks

Co.Design

This ingenious tool helps cities avoid rabid NIMBY arguments over housing

Ex-Nike designer builds a boot that could prevent 80,000 amputations a year

As temperatures skyrocket, Barcelona has devised a simple (and replicable) way to keep people cool

Work Life

Your constructive feedback helps no one if you trigger this emotional reaction

Your BIPOC employees are sick and tired of getting asked this question

How to future-proof your job by thinking like a futurist